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Go in the SchoolsNothing is more important to The American Go Foundation than supporting go instructors in schools and after-school programs. We support these programs in the following ways: Free Classroom Starter Set
NOTE: To receive the Starter Set or other AGF equipment, programs must submit the Funding Application Form. Please state what specific equipment you are requesting as well as any questions you may have. The applicant for an AGF Starter Set should be a teacher or advisor over the age of 18. The AGF will contact students who apply to help them develop their school go program. Click here to download and print out the application form in PDF format. Click here to download and print out the application form in Word format. Free Book for OrganizersGo As Communication by Yasuda Yasutoshi Pro 9-Dan (Slate & Shell Press 2001) presents a whole new way of looking at the game of go. When Yasuda Sensei became concerned about social problems among young people, he began visiting Japanese schools, teaching children a simplified version of go, which he called "First Capture Go." Seeing immediate positive effects, he expanded his efforts to homes for the elderly and then to institutions for the mentally and physically handicapped. This book is the record of a surprising discovery, namely, that "First Capture Go" can have enormous educational and therapeutic value. The American Go Foundation will send a free copy of this inspiring book to the go teachers who request one. To submit your request, please send the following information by e-mail to agf@usgo.org.
We look forward to hearing from you! Matching Grants for Teaching ProgramsTo encourage local schools and after-school programs to set up funded go educational and extracurricular programs, the American Go Foundation will provide matching grants as follows to support establishment of new programs:
Programs must submit a year end report to the AGF with (at least) number of students, level of play, basic teaching method, and a short narrative of the highlights of the year/semester The Board reserves the right to waive any and all of these limitations for programs which serve more students and/or are demonstrably effective in developing players who participate outside class or participate over time. There is no reimbursement for transportation costs or travel time. Other teaching programs (college, adult, institutional and mixed ages) may apply for matching grants for teaching, books, or equipment. They will be considered and awarded based on the program, community support, and the availability of funds. Click here to learn more about our teacher support program. Teachers who receive support will receive 1099 forms if required by Federal law. Directed Funding from Local SourcesLocal sponsors can support your educational or cultural activity and deduct the contribution from their taxes by giving an earmarked grant to the AGF. |
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