Join us this Sunday, August 3 for Chess for Champions - a free community celebration in partnership with Variety the Children’s Charity. Happening from 1–3 PM at the Millvale Community Center.

From all-girls leadership programs to citywide community events and a night at PNC Park, Queens Gambit is making bold moves across Pittsburgh. Don’t miss Her Next Move, Chess for Champions, and our Nonprofit of the Game night with the Pirates.

Meet Tom Baker, nonprofit leader, former elected official, and longtime advocate for youth. “The sky is the limit for QG, and I can’t wait to see how the organization continues to grow and expand.”

Queens Gambit is offering free chess lessons and play sessions for youth this summer at partner libraries in Millvale and Wilkinsburg. Whether you're learning the basics or honing your skills, drop in and join the fun!

Queens Gambit and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania have teamed up to launch Her Next Move - an all-girls chess and leadership program designed to empower girls ages 8–13 to lead with confidence, think strategically, and take bold action both on and off the board.

Meet Vidya Surti, our Vice Chair and Partnerships Chair, who blends science, strategy, and a passion for advocacy in everything she does. “What drew me in was Queens Gambit’s ability to embed leadership, self-determination, and decision-making into an accessible curriculum.”

Queens Gambit founder Ashley Lynn Priore returned to her alma mater, The Ellis School, as one of the youngest commencement speakers in school history. Chosen by the Class of 2025, Ashley delivered a bold and timely message on strategy, leadership, and using your voice in a world that doesn’t always want to hear it.

In her Bold Journey magazine feature, Queens Gambit Founder & CEO Ashley Lynn Priore shares how chess became the foundation for her leadership - and how it continues to empower thousands of young people to think critically, lead boldly, and create change.

Meet Brett Fulesday, Queens Gambit’s Treasurer and valuation expert with over 20 years of experience in finance—and a passion for community. “Viewing life as a chessboard is a more health-conscious alternative to viewing life as a box of chocolates.”

From outdoor chess matches to heartfelt community moments, Queens Gambit’s Popup! Chess and Strategic Moves Reception brought strategy, storytelling, and purpose together. Read the full recap of a day that reminded us what leadership in action really looks like.

Queens Gambit is hosting an exclusive Strategic Moves Reception following our PopUp! Chess Event during Remake Learning Days on May 17, 2025. Space is limited—RSVP today to connect.

Meet Samara Taber, a Queens Gambit board member and passionate advocate for equity, education, and empowerment through chess.

Luke Martin, a dedicated youth instructor at Queens Gambit, has been honored as a 2025 Outstanding Young Citizen Awardee by Trib Live.

Ashley Lynn Priore graduates from the Obama Foundation’s Leaders USA Program, joining a powerful network of changemakers dedicated to driving impact across the country.

Queens Gambit is looking for partners to bring the power of chess to students in grades 2-12, prioritizing historically marginalized and underfunded communities. Apply by May 1.

We’re excited to welcome Dr. Melissa Pearlman to the Queens Gambit Board of Directors! A passionate educator and community leader, Dr. Pearlman brings decades of experience in advancing student success. Read more about her impact and what she brings to our mission.

Join Queens Gambit as we celebrate 10 years of Remake Learning Days with Popup! Chess, a free, interactive event for all ages. Whether you're new to chess or a seasoned player, come learn, play, and connect in a fun, welcoming environment!

At the 7th Annual Empower Her event (hosted by the Boys & Girls Club of Western PA), Queens Gambit introduced girls to the power of chess — not just as a game, but as a tool for leadership and confidence.

Queens Gambit is proud to announce its selection as the Nonprofit of the Game for the Pittsburgh Pirates on September 2, marking the organization's third consecutive year in this esteemed role.

In our latest Instructor Perspectives feature, Zach Werstil shares how early lessons in patience, creativity, and empathy on the chessboard now guide his approach as a dedicated instructor.