Sponsors & Partners
Your support funds coaching, equipment, travel, and opportunities for I.S. 318 students.
I.S. 318 - Where Chess is More Than a Game
I.S. 318 is a vibrant & diverse middle school in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Recognized as one of the best chess programs in the country, I.S. 318 is dedicated to making chess accessible to all students. This year, we aim to raise $100K to ensure elite coaching at every level and financial support for students competing in national championships. We need the support of our local community to make this happen! Let's continue to build CHAMPIONS!
All donations will be matched by our Angel Donor!
All donations are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law.
Sponsorship Levels
| Benefits | CLUB LEVEL $250-$999 | EXPERT LEVEL $1K-$4,999 | MASTER LEVEL $5K-$9,999 | GRANDMASTER $10K+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prominent Website Logo Placement | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ Premium at top of website |
| Social Media Promotion (FB + IG) | 3× per year | 6× per year | 9× per year | 12× per year |
| Newsletter Mention & Placement | 1× per year | 3× per year | 6× per year | 12× per year |
| Appreciation Plaque | Small plaque + Door decal | Medium plaque + Door decal | Large plaque + Door decal | Premium plaque + Door decal |
| School-Wide Local Business Campaign | — | 2× per school year | 4× per school year | 6× per school year |
| Event Sponsorship | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rating Estimator Page Sponsorship | — | — | — | ✓ |
Your Support Matters
Academic Excellence
Chess develops critical thinking skills that transfer to all academic subjects
Character Development
Students learn persistence, patience, and strategic planning
Competitive Success
58× National Championships speak to our program's excellence
College Readiness
Chess champions become leaders prepared for higher education
2025-2026 School Year Goals
- •Compete in 7 National Championship Tournaments throughout the school year
- •Ensure all chess team members have the opportunity to compete
- •Provide top-tier chess instruction and high-level coaching for 80+ students
- •Purchase new chess apparel for students to wear at chess competitions
Alternative Support Options
Coaching
- • Coaches for higher level instruction
- • Travel for coaches to major tournaments
- • Access to chess instruction resources
Venue Partnership
- • Pop-up tournament hosting space
- • Location for community activations
- • Meeting rooms for team events
Travel & Hospitality Donation
- • Food donations for events
- • Tournament meals sponsorship
- • Tournament transportation sponsorship
Professional Service Donation
- • Photography/videography services
- • Website design and maintenance
- • Tournament volunteer support
Contact: is318chessfriends@gmail.com