Apply for PDC Funding

Support for National Chess Federations Worldwide

The FIDE Planning & Development Commission offers funding to support chess development projects around the world. Maximum allocation per federation is $5,000.

How It Works

Funding Process

1.

Submit Application

Federation completes the application package and sends it to fedfunding@fide.com

2.

Assessment

PDC assesses the submission based on criteria: alignment with FIDE priorities, clear documentation, and value for money.

3.

Approval

FIDE Managing Director and FIDE Treasurer provide final approval.

4.

Disbursement

Federation is advised and funds are remitted.

3 Simple Steps

How to Present Your Funding Application in 3 Simple Steps

1.

Go to the funding applications page and download the application package.

2.

Fill all required documentation.

3.

Email the complete package to fedfunding@fide.com

4 Important Tips

4 Tips Before Submitting Your Application

The total allocation for any federation will be no more than $5,000.

The proposal should focus on institutional strengthening of the national federation.

The proposal must be aligned with current objectives of delivering services and activities online.

The federation must have submitted reports for previous activities and not be in arrears.

Apply for PDC Funding

Download the complete Funding Application Package

FIDE PDC Funding Guidelines 2026

Download instructions about funding from the FIDE development fund.

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