What would you do if you won $1,000? Would you go on a
shopping spree, plan a vacation? How about give it away? That’s what
16-year-old Kevin Chung did.
The junior from Reed High School in Sparks recently took
first place in the D/under section at the local Larry Evans Memorial chess
tournament in March.
He then donated his prize money to the Renown Institute for
Cancer and was on-site on Tuesday to present the funds in person.
“I think that everyone should donate something to help
people in need, whether it is the homeless or those with cancer,” Chung said.
“It is important to give to people if you can afford it.”
Chung started out playing chess with friends but quickly
moved on to more professional play as he gained experience. He enjoys the
challenging and competitive aspects of chess and has plans to play in upcoming
tournaments.
The teen said he enjoyed the rewarding feeling that came
from making a difference in someone’s life and felt good about his
contribution.
“I was just trying to do the right thing,” he said. “I
didn’t expect to get any recognition for what I did.”
Chung said he will not stop with this display of generosity.
He hopes to continue to contribute any winnings he might receive in the future
to those who are in need of help.
“I don’t need the money, so why not give it to a good
cause?” he said.
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