About the Foundation

The National Infantry Foundation is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charitable corporation, formed in 1998 to plan, build and operate a new National Infantry Museum.

World War II era 48-star flag.

Work on this project began when community leaders sought ways to recognize Fort Benning’s role as The Home of the Infantry. A passionate few went to work right away, conducting business from their cars. The project soon became a full-time effort, requiring the help of others. Organizers hired world renowned museum consultant Lord Cultural Resources to put the vision on paper. Lord met with all the players before drafting a Master Plan.

The plan calls for building the new museum on a 200-acre site just inside the main gate to Fort Benning. It will be easily accessible to the post and public alike. Admission to the galleries and most of the park’s features will be free.

The National Infantry Museum and Heritage Park will reflect the values that are the hallmark of the U.S. Army Infantry: loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage.

The Foundation's goals are to educate, honor and preserve. The museum will teach our children and generations to come of the Infantry's legacy of valor and sacrifice. It will honor the soldiers themselves for their selfless service to our country. And it will preserve for all time the artifacts that so poignantly tell their stories.

The National Infantry Foundation is grateful for the support from our partners in this project: the National Infantry Museum, the National Infantry Association, the Center of Military History, the Command Group at Fort Benning, and representatives from the City of Columbus, the Chamber of Commerce and the private sector. Special thanks go to our Boards of Directors and Advisors for their dedication and support in making this project come to life.