Ray Dalio and Wife Contribute $75 Million to Trump Investment Accounts for Their Children

Billionaire investor Ray Dalio has publicly endorsed President Donald Trump’s initiative to establish investment accounts for children nationwide. On Wednesday, Dalio announced a generous donation of approximately $75 million, which will provide $250 to investment accounts for 300,000 children in Connecticut. This initiative encourages affluent Americans to contribute to similar funds across the country.

In a social media post, Dalio emphasized the importance of these accounts, stating, “By providing children with savings accounts that compound over time, we are offering them early insights into financial literacy and a pathway to financial independence. I applaud President Trump, Secretary Bessent, the Dell Family, and many others who have spearheaded this initiative.”

He further elaborated, “These Trump Accounts are beneficial not only because they invest money in stocks for these young individuals but also because they draw their attention to how finance, stocks, companies, and capitalism function to enhance society and can work in their favor.”

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Ray Dalio, Founder and CIO Mentor, Bridgewater Associates speaks onstage during The Wall Street Journal’s 2024 The Future Of Everything Festival at Spring Studios on May 22, 2024 in New York City.  (Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images / Getty Images)

Dalio joined Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent at a White House event where they announced a “50 State Challenge” to promote donations. The White House also launched a new website to facilitate fundraising efforts.

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Bessent remarked, “The President is calling on our nation’s business leaders and private organizations to help us make America great again by securing the financial future of America’s children.” The pledged funds will specifically benefit children residing in areas of Connecticut where the median income is below $150,000.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent visits “FOX & Friends” at Fox News Channel Studios on November 12, 2025 in New York City. (John Lamparski/Getty Images / Getty Images)

Dalio’s substantial donation follows a remarkable contribution from Michael and Susan Dell, who donated $6.25 billion to establish 25 million Trump investment accounts. This program allows parents of children born between 2025 and 2028 to receive $1,000 from the U.S. Treasury, which will be invested in index funds. While these accounts are not available for children born before 2025, those children can still benefit from a tax-advantaged account.

Susan Dell and Michael Dell attend the 12th Annual Mack, Jack & McConaughey Gala at ACL Live on April 25, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Rick Kern/Getty Images / Getty Images)

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Parents and relatives can contribute up to $5,000 annually to these accounts, with the cap potentially adjusted for inflation after 2027. The financial head start provided for newborns could potentially grow to an impressive $1.9 million by the age of 28 if fully funded and left untouched, according to the Treasury Office of Tax Analysis.

Fox Business’ Amanda Macias contributed to this report.

Billionaire investor Ray Dalio has publicly endorsed President Donald Trump’s initiative to establish investment accounts for children nationwide. On Wednesday, Dalio announced a generous donation of approximately $75 million, which will provide $250 to investment accounts for 300,000 children in Connecticut. This initiative encourages affluent Americans to contribute to similar funds across the country.

In a social media post, Dalio emphasized the importance of these accounts, stating, “By providing children with savings accounts that compound over time, we are offering them early insights into financial literacy and a pathway to financial independence. I applaud President Trump, Secretary Bessent, the Dell Family, and many others who have spearheaded this initiative.”

He further elaborated, “These Trump Accounts are beneficial not only because they invest money in stocks for these young individuals but also because they draw their attention to how finance, stocks, companies, and capitalism function to enhance society and can work in their favor.”

‘TRUMP ACCOUNTS’ FOR NEWBORNS COULD GROW TO $1.9M, TREASURY SAYS

Ray Dalio, Founder and CIO Mentor, Bridgewater Associates speaks onstage during The Wall Street Journal’s 2024 The Future Of Everything Festival at Spring Studios on May 22, 2024 in New York City.  (Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images / Getty Images)

Dalio joined Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent at a White House event where they announced a “50 State Challenge” to promote donations. The White House also launched a new website to facilitate fundraising efforts.

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Bessent remarked, “The President is calling on our nation’s business leaders and private organizations to help us make America great again by securing the financial future of America’s children.” The pledged funds will specifically benefit children residing in areas of Connecticut where the median income is below $150,000.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent visits “FOX & Friends” at Fox News Channel Studios on November 12, 2025 in New York City. (John Lamparski/Getty Images / Getty Images)

Dalio’s substantial donation follows a remarkable contribution from Michael and Susan Dell, who donated $6.25 billion to establish 25 million Trump investment accounts. This program allows parents of children born between 2025 and 2028 to receive $1,000 from the U.S. Treasury, which will be invested in index funds. While these accounts are not available for children born before 2025, those children can still benefit from a tax-advantaged account.

Susan Dell and Michael Dell attend the 12th Annual Mack, Jack & McConaughey Gala at ACL Live on April 25, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Rick Kern/Getty Images / Getty Images)

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Parents and relatives can contribute up to $5,000 annually to these accounts, with the cap potentially adjusted for inflation after 2027. The financial head start provided for newborns could potentially grow to an impressive $1.9 million by the age of 28 if fully funded and left untouched, according to the Treasury Office of Tax Analysis.

Fox Business’ Amanda Macias contributed to this report.