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Success stories

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See how mission-driven teams use Chek to move money faster and stretch every dollar further.

Case studies

A closer look at the impact

Every Kid Sports logo

A 95% reduction in fund distribution time

Every Kid Sports helps kids from low-income families get in the game by covering youth sports registration fees. But getting that help to families quickly—and making sure it went only toward registration—used to mean slow, manual disbursement with little assurance the money landed where it should.

With Chek, Every Kid Sports issues controlled virtual cards that families can use instantly, restricted so dollars go straight to registration fees and nowhere else. Distribution time dropped by 95%, and any unused balance is automatically recovered rather than written off—money that goes right back into serving more kids.

The impact compounds beyond operations. The speed, control, and transparency have deepened the trust of donors and families alike, helping Every Kid Sports triple its donations over 18 months.

Impact
$14M+
completed in transactions for families
$2.2M+
saved by recovering unused funds
95%
faster to get funds to families
3x
increase in donations in 18 months
FEEA logo

Retiring checks for controlled, essentials-only assistance

FEEA distributes essential-needs assistance to thousands of people who count on it—and for a long time, that meant cutting and mailing paper checks. The process was slow and labor-intensive, and it offered no visibility into if funds were actually utilized by the right people or had gotten lost.

With Chek, FEEA moved to quick virtual card issuing for essential purchases, without restriction, so dollars go exactly where they're intended. The platform automatically recoups unused balances—turning money that used to disappear back into support for more people.

Just as importantly, retiring checks gave the team hundreds of hours back. That's time reinvested in the mission instead of spent stuffing envelopes and reconciling statements.

Impact
7,500+
grantees supported through the program
$1.1M
allocated for purchasing essentials
~$65k
saved by blocking fraud and recouping unused funds
630 hrs
saved by replacing checks with Chek cards
Denver Public Schools Foundation logo

Putting afterschool activities within reach—securely

The Denver Public Schools Foundation uses Chek to put afterschool opportunities within reach for thousands of families across the district. Rather than hand out unrestricted funds, the Foundation issues controlled cards that can only be used toward approved afterschool activities.

That control is vital for their mission: it keeps every dollar on-purpose and blocks unauthorized transactions in real time, while automatic fund recovery pulls back anything left unspent. Together, those safeguards have protected millions of dollars - money that flows right back into serving more families.

Families get a simple, dignified way to access support, and the Foundation gets the transparency and reporting to prove its impact to funders.

Impact
2,100+
families supported through the program
$1.8M
allocated to afterschool activities
~$730k
saved by blocking unauthorized transactions and recouping unused funds
Client testimonials

In their own words

We cannot say enough how much Chek has taken away the stress of getting financial assistance to our clients. We no longer need to drive to buy gift cards, mail them, and deal with the stress of hoping the cards were received in time to be used. We can instantly load cards, ensure funds are only used on fuel so that clients can get to their treatments, and recoup any unused money so we can use them to help more clients. Chek is so easy to use and has given us so much time back to focus on expanding our reach to others in need.

Ryanne Prugger
Member Services Director, GYN Cancers Alliance

This platform flat out works.

Michael Smith
SVP, Operation Hope

Having Chek as a partner has helped us quickly and securely distribute scholarship funds directly to families in need, making it easy for them to access our support and easy for us to monitor and report on our impact. Thank you, Chek!

James Coleman
Co-Founder, Chance Sports

Chek has been a game changer in our ability to quickly distribute funds to our families, along with giving us controls to ensure money is used specifically to pay for sports registration fees. They have evolved their platform and continue to support us in our mission. Appreciate everything you all do!

Michael Price
Operations Director, Every Kid Sports

Just got out of a meeting with a funding prospect who could be significant and was talking about the “value” of having Chek as our partner, and he was thrilled. They were excited about the nimble nature of the funding process.

Vickie Puchi
Executive Director, Chance Sports

Chek has been so easy to work with! From the one-on-one support, to sharing ideas, to helping put our plans to action, we couldn't do the work that we are doing without them. They are a true partner and are committed to our growth and success!

Jennifer Mays-Krimmer
Impact Engagement Director, DPS Foundation

The Liberatore Fund for Children has partnered with Chek for the funding of our scholarships in sports and the arts. They have been wonderful to work with, always helping with any problems in a quick and timely manner. Using Chek makes giving scholarships easy and helps with accountability and transparency.

Lana Swartzwelder
CEO, The Liberatore Fund For Children

Chek has been a true partner in building CAP's payment infrastructure. Their team was responsive and collaborative as we designed an API integration that completely eliminated manual payment processing. For a small team running a pilot, that kind of operational efficiency is everything.

James Lukens
Director of Ventures, Gary Community Ventures

Collaborating with Chek has been an absolute pleasure. It's rare to find a partner who brings both an exceptional product and an incredibly positive and friendly attitude to the table. Thank you for always being willing to do something innovative with us and for making it such an enjoyable experience along the way.

Sydney Devine
Product Manager, Gary Community Ventures

Working with Chek has been a very positive experience for us at Every Kid Sports. They have made the distribution of our grant funds incredibly easy and seamless, giving our team the security that the funding is going where it’s supposed to. Partnering with Chek has had a ripple effect across our organization, helping us improve workflows and enabling us to do more with our existing resources.

I’ve especially appreciated the Chek team's thoughtful approach in treating our grant recipients with the same level of care and attention that we do at Every Kid Sports. Their user-friendly process helps maintain the dignity of the families we serve, ensuring they feel supported and valued throughout their experience. This alignment with our values strengthens our mission and builds trust in the communities we serve.

Using Chek also resonates strongly with our donors. Knowing that the distribution process is secure, efficient, and handled with integrity gives them confidence that their contributions are being maximized and reaching the families who need them most. It’s been a partnership that enhances our impact at every level!

Ana Reynolds
Program Manager, Every Kid Sports

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