Can you claim a 'Trump account' for your children? What to know as program gets $6.25 billion boost

WASHINGTON — Trump's investment account program for American children received a hefty boost from billionaires Michael and Susan Dell on Tuesday.

The Dells donated a historic $6.25 billion on GivingTuesday, helping fund the new children's savings program passed under the " One Big Beautiful Bill" this summer . The "Trump Account" program allows for the U.S. Treasury Department to deposit $1,000 into investment accounts set up by the agency for American children born between Jan. 1, 2025, and Dec. 31, 2028.

“We believe that if every child can see a future worth saving for, this program will build something far greater than an account. It will build hope and opportunity and prosperity for generations to come,” said Michael Dell , the founder and CEO of Dell Technologies, whose estimated ne