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Trump Accounts (530A Accounts) & Early Asset Building: Funder-Only Briefing
Friday, January 30, 2026, 2:00-3:00 pm ET
As asset funders, we know that starting early – in childhood – is the best way to create wealth and savings. That’s why we continue to pay close attention to proposals—and confusion— about child-focused savings and asset creation tools. While often discussed interchangeably, today’s child-focused accounts differ significantly in their goals, funding, eligibility criteria, tax-exempt status, usage and more.
530A accounts, formerly known as Trump Accounts or MAGA accounts, have added to both the momentum behind children’s savings vehicles and growing confusion. Whether your funding priorities focus on education, health, economic security, economic justice or asset-building, understanding the similarities, differences and nuances is essential in this changing landscape.