This is the 5th year of the student led Charity Chess Tournament at Rachel Carson Middle School. 

All the funds raised will be donated to Anna Sudha Community Kitchens, a 501c3 non profit organization, in Northern VA.

Atlantic Chess Association is proud support this community initiative for the 5th year in a row.

WHEN

Saturday, May 16, 2026

WHERE

Rachel Carson Middle School

13618 McLearen Rd,

Herndon, VA 20171

REGISTRATION

To register, please donate a minimum of $40 to Anna Sudha using the instructions on https://chesscharityusa.com

Everyone is welcome. No prior chess experience is necessary. USCF Rated and non rated sections available to play.

You will receive an email from Anna Sudha thanking you for your donation. Forward the donation receipt to chesscharityusa@gmail.com and enter the following information:

1. Player Name

2. Section

3. Player USCF ID (for rated sections only)

The registration list will be updated daily. Thank you for playing to support a good cause!

If you have any questions, please email chesscharityusa@gmail.com

On-site registration closes at 8 AM on 05/16. Players may register with a ½ point bye after that.

SECTIONS

Open, U1600, U1000, and Non-Rated.

4 Rounds Swiss.

SCHEDULE

The first round starts at 8:30 AM and subsequent rounds occur as soon as possible.

TIME CONTROL 

All games are G/25;d5  

PRIZES

Trophies will be awarded to the top five finishers in each section. 

CONTACT

Email: chesscharityusa@gmail.com