Holly Heisman Memorial Tournament

The Holly Heisman is a charity event. All money raised goes to the Heisman Fund to support women in need.

Open & U1500–5 rounds

K-8 U900 – 4 rounds

Time Control: G25/d5

Round Times: 10–11:15–1–2:15–3:30

You can donate directly at: https://www.philafound.org/give-now/?give_cause=Holly%20Heisman%20Memorial%20Fund

Each year we receive roughly $3000 in donated prizes. Prizes for the 2026 event will be listed as more donations come in.

In the last couple of years prizes have come from US Chess, Chess.com, chessclub.com, Russell Enterprises, Tri-Bridges Chess Club, Shining Knights, Michael Cook, Brandy Anderson, Masterminds, Leteef Street, and many others.