Puddletown Chess – Elevate your Chess

Elevate your Chess

Puddletown Chess is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Portland, Oregon, that furthers the game of chess for young players

$18717

Grants & Scholarships

1125

Free & Discounted Tournament Entries

$12100

Donations to Chess Organizations

$50489

Invested in Girls, Non-binary, Low-income & Rural Players

Upcoming Events

Casual Chess Nights – 04/23

04/23/26 @ 06:30 PM - 04/23/26 @ 08:00 PM

Casual Chess Nights

April Webinar with Eesha: “Phrophylaxis: The Art of Prevention”

04/26/26 @ 06:30 PM - 04/26/26 @ 07:30 PM

Casual Chess Nights – 04/30

04/30/26 @ 06:30 PM - 04/30/26 @ 08:00 PM

Casual Chess Nights

May Quads @ Sunday Chess Club

05/03/26 @ 01:30 PM - 05/03/26 @ 04:30 PM

Bethany Library Annex: 4888 NW Bethany Blvd Suite K-2, Portland, Oregon

In-person Casual Chess

Casual Chess Nights – 05/07

05/07/26 @ 06:30 PM - 05/07/26 @ 08:00 PM

Casual Chess Nights

Casual Chess Nights – 05/14

05/14/26 @ 06:30 PM - 05/14/26 @ 08:00 PM

Casual Chess Nights

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Puddletown News

April 2026 Tournament Report

We loved our April 2026 tournament. Over 70 players. Many familiar families and a lot…

Taking Chess to Rural Communities - Why It Matters

When people hear the word “chess,” they often picture big tournaments in city libraries or…

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