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Something to look forward to, once the pandemic is over...
maybe it should be called the anti-social distancing chess festival... =)
maybe it should be called the anti-social distancing chess festival... =)
The club has a little over $2,000 in FIXED expenses each month. We can survive for about 2 months without revenue. The lease is up in mid-May and rent will go up about $100 if renewed, resulting in a fixed cost of $2100+ per month. Hoping the COVID-19 situation won't last a long time, but hard to tell. At this point I'm a little wary of signing a renewal unless there's a clear sign this will be over soon. No tournaments = no revenue = no rent money.
If you are able, donations to the club can be sent via Chase Quickpay or via Zelle to the email "thechessrefinery@gmail.com".
Don't use the club phone number as that won't work. If you need a first and last name, use "Chess Refinery". Unfortunately, paypal transactions will cost the club fees so that's not an ideal method, as well as platforms like gofundme. Most of those options will keep 3%. I'll work on getting our nonprofit status to eliminate that.
Donations can also be done via a physical check made out to "The Chess Refinery" and mailed to
The Chess Refinery, 3535 Wilcrest #1A, Houston, TX 77042.
Another option is via paypal to my personal account at "kwunnie@hotmail.com". Just select "send money to a friend" instead of paying for a service or good in order for it be free of fees. You will need a paypal account that is tied to a bank account in order to do so. If you use a credit card there will be transaction fees.
Thank you for your support - Kwunnie
If you are able, donations to the club can be sent via Chase Quickpay or via Zelle to the email "thechessrefinery@gmail.com".
Don't use the club phone number as that won't work. If you need a first and last name, use "Chess Refinery". Unfortunately, paypal transactions will cost the club fees so that's not an ideal method, as well as platforms like gofundme. Most of those options will keep 3%. I'll work on getting our nonprofit status to eliminate that.
Donations can also be done via a physical check made out to "The Chess Refinery" and mailed to
The Chess Refinery, 3535 Wilcrest #1A, Houston, TX 77042.
Another option is via paypal to my personal account at "kwunnie@hotmail.com". Just select "send money to a friend" instead of paying for a service or good in order for it be free of fees. You will need a paypal account that is tied to a bank account in order to do so. If you use a credit card there will be transaction fees.
Thank you for your support - Kwunnie
COVID-19 Policy
Bring your own hand sanitizer and use frequently.
Use provided Clorox wipes to clean off chess pieces/board/clock between rounds as needed.
Bring your own writing instrument for notation.
You are NOT expected to shake hands with anyone.
Sneeze or cough into your sleeve/elbow/tissue, not into the air or onto your hand.
Players who show multiple signs of COVID-19, i.e. fever, severe cough or difficulty breathing will be removed from the tournament. Sneezing is not a definitive indicator of COVID-19.
Avoid touching your face. Wash hands for minimum 20 seconds.
Avoid paranoia. Chess players we are smart and think logically.
COVID-19 affects most those with serious preexisting health conditions and weak immune systems, i.e. the elderly.
If you have yourself traveled recently and/or live or interact with those who have traveled, please stay home.
If you have flu symptoms, please stay home.
Use provided Clorox wipes to clean off chess pieces/board/clock between rounds as needed.
Bring your own writing instrument for notation.
You are NOT expected to shake hands with anyone.
Sneeze or cough into your sleeve/elbow/tissue, not into the air or onto your hand.
Players who show multiple signs of COVID-19, i.e. fever, severe cough or difficulty breathing will be removed from the tournament. Sneezing is not a definitive indicator of COVID-19.
Avoid touching your face. Wash hands for minimum 20 seconds.
Avoid paranoia. Chess players we are smart and think logically.
COVID-19 affects most those with serious preexisting health conditions and weak immune systems, i.e. the elderly.
If you have yourself traveled recently and/or live or interact with those who have traveled, please stay home.
If you have flu symptoms, please stay home.
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