Why Join ICA

The Illinois Chess Association is the official Illinois affiliate of the United States Chess Federation. By joining ICA, you support our efforts to promote chess in Illinois and you receive member benefits.

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ICA Background

The Illinois Chess Association is the official USCF affiliate for Illinois. Each year the ICA organizes major tournaments like the Illinois Open and the Illinois Class Championships and helps bring National tournaments to Illinois.

ICA Membership

Membership is open to any person or organization upon payment of annual dues. The Illinois Chess Association is a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization. Donations to the Illinois Chess Association are tax-deductible.

Donate to the ICA

If you wish to help the ICA improve chess in Illinois or to enhance the features offered through our website please consider contributing to these causes monetarily.

Visit the donation page in the ICA Shop or make checks payable to: Illinois Chess Association and mail them to:

Illinois Chess Association

PO Box 9054

Peoria, IL 61612-9054

The Illinois Chess Association, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so your contribution will generally be tax deductible. Please consult your tax advisor.