Billionaire investor Ray Dalio and his wife, Barbara, have joined Michael Dell in backing “Trump accounts,” a new government-backed investment program designed to build long-term wealth for American children. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the Dalios’ support as part of a nationwide philanthropic push.
The Dalio grant will provide $250 per child to roughly 300,000 children in Connecticut who live in ZIP codes with median household incomes below $150,000.
My wife, Barbara, and I believe strongly in the importance of equal opportunity. I have been fortunate to live the American Dream. At an early age I was exposed to the stock market, and it changed my life. Over the last two decades, Barbara has devoted herself to helping at-risk… pic.twitter.com/DRoiwnWpUW
— Ray Dalio (@RayDalio) December 17, 2025
Dalio said the initiative supports equal opportunity and financial security for future generations.
Trump accounts were created under legislation signed by President Donald Trump and apply to children born between 2025 and 2028.
BREAKING: Billionaire investor Ray Dalio joins Michael Dell in backing Trump administration investment accounts for kids pic.twitter.com/Bnh7SEMBkl
— Fox News (@FoxNews) December 17, 2025
Each eligible child receives a $1,000 federal seed deposit, regardless of family income, provided the child is a US citizen.
The program has gained traction among corporate leaders. Michael and Susan Dell pledged $6.25 billion earlier this month, while companies including BlackRock and BNY have committed to matching federal contributions for employees’ children.
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