Who are we
The Alabama Chess Federation (ACF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation and the United States Chess Federation affiliate for the state of Alabama. Our goal is to promote chess all over Alabama for the benefit of all Alabama players. Toward that end, we provide advertising and other assistance for rated tournaments, as well as support for scholastic and adult chess programs around the state.
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Our Membership
Any individual may become an Individual Member upon paying annual dues of $15. Regular Members may receive special publications or notices from ACF as they are issued. All regular members have the privilege to vote in any membership meeting. Any individual member below the age of 18 can have their parent vote for them in their stead. Families with three or more members could elect to become a Regular Family member for all immediate family members for $35. Regular Family memberships grant one vote to any one of the family over 18. Lifetime memberships can be bought for $150 and are good for any individual for life. Any organized group of chess players may become an Affiliate upon paying annual dues of $35 and the filing of an Affiliate Information Form with the Secretary of ACF. Click below to join the ACF or renew your ACF membership.
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Chess in Schools LLC
Chess in Schools is a single member LLC non-profit organization reporting to the ACF Executive Board. It provides chess training and services to schools in the United States as well as being active in international chess in education initiatives.
