501(c)(3) Nonprofit · Springfield, MA · Est. 2018
Inspiring community development through action, education, and self expression.
C.H.E.S.S. A.N.G.E.L.S. Promotions, Inc. brings art, education, physical activity, leadership development, and financial literacy together for the people of Springfield, Massachusetts.
Our primary fundraiser
Help Us Bring Gym Days Back to Springfield Youth
Last year's gym sessions with Higher Expectations students were a huge hit. Now we're bringing them back — $140 covers one full gym day, and our goal is $1,680 to support two gym sessions per month, November through April.
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raised of $1,680 goal
Progress updates as verified donations come in.
Physical activity
Students get moving — releasing energy, building strength, and forming healthy habits that last.
Mentorship
Caring adults show up consistently, offering guidance, encouragement, and positive role models.
Community
A welcoming space where young people connect, belong, and discover what they're capable of.
Sponsor a Gym Day
Choose an amount — every dollar goes straight to gym time for Springfield youth.
Sponsors one full 2-hour gym day.
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Sponsoring a full $140 gym day? Let us recognize you as a community sponsor — with your permission, we'll feature local businesses and individuals who make gym days possible.
What we focus on
Our work weaves together six threads — every program draws on more than one.
Arts
Creative expression as a path to confidence and voice — murals, visual art, and community-rooted cultural work.
Education
Learning that meets young people where they are, connecting classrooms to community life.
Culture
Celebrating Springfield's heritage and identity through programs shaped by the community itself.
Physical Activity
Weekly youth fitness sessions that build health, discipline, and teamwork.
Leadership Development
Growing the next generation of community leaders through mentorship and hands-on experience.
Financial Literacy
Practical money skills that help young people and families build toward independence.
Featured program
Youth Fitness Program
Weekly gym and fitness sessions for Springfield students, run with our school partner Higher Expectations through the Positive Regard Network. Young people build strength, discipline, and healthy habits — together.
Learn more“To inspire and promote the development of the community through action, education, and self expression.”
— Our mission
Completed community projects
Real work, real neighbors — a few things we've finished together.
Community mural
A finished public mural created with community members.
Be the Change gathering
Neighbors coming together at a Chess Angels community event.
Youth art workshop
Young artists showing their work at a community art workshop.
Youth track team
Student athletes representing at a track meet.
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Upcoming events
No events on the calendar right now — check back soon, or follow us on Facebook for announcements.
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Be part of the work
Whether you want to volunteer, partner with us, or simply learn more — we'd love to hear from you.