Last Updated on July 8, 2026 by stlplace
This is the link to Michael and Susan Dell foundation’s $250.
Personally I think if your kid is eligible, it’s probably a good idea to get the “free” money. About 16 years ago, I did something a bit similar for my older daughter’s 529 plan (https://www.stlplace.com/…/enroll-in-ohio-college…/). And the money I put in then plus the referral money her account received (total probably 4k then), grew via #snowballeffect (about 5 times from the original contributions; investment option is S&P 500 index fund) in last 16 years. #trumpaccount #250dollars #DellFoundation
Some background information
I did a google search on “trump account $250 contribution” after seeing a post on a private FB group. I pasted the google AI overview results below
The $250 contribution refers to a charitable seed deposit funded by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for eligible children’s Trump Accounts. [1, 2]
To secure the Dell gift, your child must meet these specific criteria:
- Age: 10 years old or younger (born before January 1, 2025).
- Income: The family lives in a ZIP code with a median household income below $150,000.
- Federal Exclusions: The child does not already qualify for the $1,000 federal seed money designated for children born between 2025 and 2028. [1]
Why this matters:
Not all children are eligible for the $1,000 federal start, so the Dell gift is designed to bridge the gap and ensure millions of low- and middle-income children still get a financial head start. [1, 2].