12/08/2025
Did Trump just give your kid $1,000 for the future?
You’ve probably heard about Trump Accounts by now, but here’s what we know about how they work. They’re new tax-advantaged savings accounts for children. Each eligible child begins with a $1,000 government seed deposit, and families can contribute up to $5,000 per year (employers up to $2,500). Earnings grow tax-free, giving kids a strong financial foundation.
Who can open one?
An authorized adult (parent, legal guardian, adult sibling, or grandparent) for a child 18 or younger. Children eligible for the $1,000 pilot deposit must be U.S. citizens born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, with a Social Security Number.
How do you open it?
It starts with IRS Form 4547. You can file now with your 2025 tax return, or online starting mid-2026. Filing establishes the account and requests the $1,000 deposit for eligible kids. After that, the Treasury Department will send instructions (beginning May 2026) for an authentication process to fully activate the account. Initially, the account is held by the Treasury’s agent, but you can transfer the balance to your preferred brokerage later.
When can your kid use it?
Funds remain invested until adulthood. Withdrawals are taxed at the child’s income rate, which is typically lower, giving them a strong start for education, retirement, or other major life goals. Contributions can continue up to $5,000 per year, growing tax-deferred like a Roth IRA.
Who’s paying for this?
The $1,000 seed deposit comes from the federal government under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. In addition, major private donations like the $6.25 billion pledge from Michael and Susan Dell are helping to expand funding for millions of children. Families, employers, and charities can also contribute to grow balances over time.
The online portal at trumpaccounts.gov will provide updates and filing options starting mid-2026.
Each Trump Account provides eligible children with a $1,000 gift courtesy of Donald J. Trump. Learn more on December 17th.