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<div>Hi, I am Evie Laskaris and I am raising funds to help support chess programs for girls through Checkmateforkids!
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<div>Imagine a brilliant 8-year-old in a crowded classroom, her mind racing ahead of the lesson, solving patterns no one else sees. She goes unnoticed. She's never held a chess piece. Not because she lacks ability, but because no one ever told her she could.
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<div>In too many communities, girls with brilliant minds are overlooked.
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<div>They're told chess is for boys, for prodigies, for someone else. The board is there, but no one gave them a chance to make the move.
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<div>Vision: We're changing that. This campaign funds starter kits, mentorship and tournament access for girls who've never been given the chance to win. It's not just about pawns and queens; it's about empowering girls to turn into resilient, compassionate, knowledgeable women that change the world!
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<div>Consider investing in the future of girls through chess.
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<div>100% of your donations goes to:
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<li>Providing chess sets and training to girls in communities of need and homeless shelters.
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<li>Host chess workshops and camps.
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<li>Cover travel and entry fees for girls to compete and shine.
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