Chess is not currently funded by NZ govt that's why we are raising funds to help Vyanla cover the costs for attending the Olympiad.
Taranaki
WCM Vyanla Punsalan, my 14 year old niece, is part of the womens team which will represent New Zealand at the 43rd World Chess Olympiad to be held at Batumi, Georgia from 22 Sept to 6 Oct 2018. This is a major event that involves teams from over 150 countries. It will be much appreciated if you can help her cover expenses for the trip.
We are also selling Cookie Time Cookies ($1 per cookie) and Whittaker Chocolates ($2 per bar) for fundraising. If you are interested, please contact me at 021 083 34720 or email me at kentjulve@gmail.com.
For more information:
https://www.newzealandchess.co.nz/Olympiad2018/olympiad2018.html
Vyanla is my niece and part of the womens team which will represent New Zealand at the 43rd Chess Olympiad in Batumi, Georgia. This is a great opportunity for her to compete with international players and overall a great experience for someone young.
Total cost needed to raise is $7,831.20.
Breakdown is as follows:
$3,731.20 return ticket for Vyanla and 1 parent
$50 cab to and from airport in Georgia
$2,250 hotel (15 days)
$1,800 food
Thank you!!!
WFM VYnala Punsalan! 8 October 2018
After the last few days of Chess Olympiad, Vyanla had won over Nicaragua and draw with Jordan and Montenegro. She earned the Woman FIDE Master (WFM) title. Well done!!! I am so proud of what you have accomplished.
Thank you to everyone who donated in this give-a-little page. We really appreciate your help :)
Photo credit: Peter Long
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