Foster Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Foster Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $780,212 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $6,634 and the largest $265,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$780,212
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$6,634
- Largest grant$265,000
- Assets$21.7 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $565,303 the year before.
39% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $257,784 | 11 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $565,303 | 14 | $16.7 million |
| 2025 | $780,212 | 18 | $21.7 million |
How to apply
Foster Charitable Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Foster Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $761,610 |
| Michigan | 3 | $15,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $3,102 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Loyola High School | Gen exempt | $265,000 |
| Holy Trinity Church | Gen exempt | $172,000 |
| Mary Star of the Sea High School | Gen exempt | $150,000 |
| Holy Trinity School | Gen exempt | $100,000 |
| Notre Dame | Gen exempt | $18,000 |
| University of Riverside | Gen exempt | $15,989 |
| Groundcover News | Gen exempt | $10,000 |
| Uc Regents | Gen exempt | $8,000 |
| Alma Backyard Farms | Gen exempt | $7,500 |
| Curts Kitchen | Gen exempt | $5,767 |
| Calvin University | Gen exempt | $5,000 |
| Uc Davis | Gen exempt | $5,000 |
| Stanford University | Gen exempt | $4,981 |
| St Edward School | Gen exempt | $4,000 |
| Washington State University | Gen exempt | $3,102 |
| Csulb | Gen exempt | $2,873 |
| Maria's Closet | Gen exempt | $2,500 |
| Huron Rover Methodist Church | Gen exempt | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Foster
- Gina Foster
Questions people ask
Does Foster Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Foster Charitable Trust give?
$780,212 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $6,634.
Who runs Foster Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Foster (Trustee) and Gina Foster (Trustee).
What does Foster Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.