Private membership nonprofit organization
Foster Charitable Trust
Mission statement (as stated by the Trust): “Foster Charitable Trust exists to provide education, coordination, and access to lawful resources and institutional pathways that support the stability, advancement, and long-term well-being of United States Armed Forces veterans and their families.”
Foster Charitable Trust is a nonprofit organization organized under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Foster Charitable Trust is wholly owned, controlled, and operated by the Benevolent Order of United States Veterans 2026.
Primary Disclosures
- Information only; no advice is provided.
- No representation or guarantee of results.
- Assistance is discretionary and capacity-limited.
- Membership is by application and is not guaranteed.
- Third-party services are independent and regulated separately.
Who we serve
Veterans and their families
The Trust states that it serves United States Armed Forces veterans and qualifying family members through a private membership model focused on education, coordination, and access to lawful resources.
Veterans
The Trust’s membership standards are intended for U.S. Armed Forces veterans who meet eligibility requirements and provide required documentation.
Family members
Certain family members may be eligible under the Trust’s standards when documentation supports inclusion.
Private membership
The Trust states that it is a private membership organization. Public access to this site is informational only.
Scope
What the Trust does — and does not do
The Trust states that it provides structured education, coordination, and resource navigation. It does not provide advice or regulated services.
What the Trust states it does
- Provides education on benefits, pathways, and consumer protection.
- Coordinates access to lawful resources and institutional pathways.
- Facilitates access to independent third-party services when available.
- Maintains member programs funded by membership dues.
What the Trust states it does not do
- Does not provide legal, financial, medical, or investment advice.
- Does not guarantee outcomes or eligibility for any program.
- Does not act as a bank, insurer, lender, or credit bureau.
- Does not provide legal representation or fiduciary services.
Private membership clarification
Informational access for the public
This public site summarizes the Trust’s stated mission, policies, and resources. Membership access and internal programs are available only by application and subject to review.
Application-based access
Program availability