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Whitney Museum of American Art and Vanderbilt University Launch Partnership to Expand Opportunities for Students and Broader Community
NEW YORK, Sept. 15 -- The Whitney Museum of American Art issued the following news release:
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THE WHITNEY MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART AND VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY LAUNCH PARTNERSHIP TO EXPAND OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS AND BROADER COMMUNITY
This new collaboration opens doors to internships, scholarly programming, faculty collaboration, alumni engagement, public events, and more.
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New York, NY, September 14, 2026 -- The Whitney Museum of American Art and Vanderbilt University announce an innovative multi-year partnership providing expanded opportunities for Vanderbilt students, faculty, and staff ... Show Full Article NEW YORK, Sept. 15 -- The Whitney Museum of American Art issued the following news release: * * * THE WHITNEY MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART AND VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY LAUNCH PARTNERSHIP TO EXPAND OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS AND BROADER COMMUNITY This new collaboration opens doors to internships, scholarly programming, faculty collaboration, alumni engagement, public events, and more. - New York, NY, September 14, 2026 -- The Whitney Museum of American Art and Vanderbilt University announce an innovative multi-year partnership providing expanded opportunities for Vanderbilt students, faculty, and staffto engage with the Museum through internships, classes, academic collaboration, research, professional exchange, and public programming. Made possible through philanthropic support, the partnership brings together two institutions with longstanding commitments to education, and cultural engagement, uniquely enabled by the proximity and shared community of Vanderbilt University-New York City's campus, located in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood less than a mile from the Whitney Museum.
For the Whitney, the partnership advances a longstanding commitment to access, education, and engagement, particularly for young audiences, while strengthening its role as a cultural anchor on Manhattan's West Side and within New York's downtown arts community. The Museum already works to expand access for New York's university communities, including through free admission for students and staff at CUNY, NYU, Pratt Institute, and the School of Visual Arts, alongside free admission for all visitors ages 25 and under.
By welcoming Vanderbilt students, faculty, alumni, and scholars into the life of the Museum, this new multi-pronged collaboration will create exciting opportunities for learning and exchange, particularly among the next generation of artists, scholars, and cultural leaders. The partnership will also help to enrich the Whitney community through access to Vanderbilt's research and scholarship in the arts, history, social sciences, and other key sectors.
"The Whitney is thrilled to welcome Vanderbilt as a new neighbor to one of the greatest arts districts anywhere in the world," said Scott Rothkopf, the Alice Pratt Brown Director of the Whitney Museum of American Art. "This collaboration provides a new reciprocal model for how a museum can partner with a university community, including students, faculty, artists, alumni, and our community. We look forward to building a robust and lasting relationship between our institutions that expands Vanderbilt's access to the arts and artists in New York City and brings new ideas and perspectives into the Whitney from Vanderbilt's areas of academic excellence."
The collaboration comes just weeks after Vanderbilt welcomed the first class of students to its New York City campus and marks an important milestone in the University's continued investment in the arts. This partnership builds on a series of recent initiatives, including Vanderbilt's participation in the Venice Biennale and the continued growth of its New York City campus. Together with the forthcoming Jen-Hsun and Lori Huang College of Art, Architecture and Design at Vanderbilt's San Francisco campus, these efforts expand opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, creative engagement, and public programming across the University.
"This powerful collaboration with the Whitney represents the bold, mission-driven approach that defines Vanderbilt's commitment to the arts," Provost C. Cybele Raver said. "By bringing the Vanderbilt community together with one of the nation's premier cultural institutions, we're creating opportunities for experiential learning, research and creative engagement that neither institution could offer on its own. This is a meaningful step in our continued investment in the arts that will open new doors for years to come."
The partnership honors a distinctive historical connection between the two institutions. Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, artist, patron, and founder of the Whitney Museum, was the great-granddaughter of Cornelius Vanderbilt, who founded Vanderbilt University in 1873. An early and ardent supporter of modern American artists at a time when their work received little institutional recognition, Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney founded the Museum in 1930 to provide artists with opportunities to exhibit their work and to ensure that the art of the United States would be collected, studied, and celebrated. Nearly a century later, the new collaboration carries that connection forward by creating opportunities for a new generation of students, scholars, artists, and audiences.
A central component of the partnership will be ongoing intellectual exchange between students, staff, faculty, and leadership across the two institutions. Vanderbilt students will have opportunities to pursue internships at the Whitney; participate in classes led by Museum educators both at the Whitney and on Vanderbilt's New York City campus; attend public programs; and engage directly with the Museum's exhibitions, collection, artists, curators, and staff. Faculty and scholars will also have new opportunities to collaborate with colleagues at the Whitney. The partnership will provide alumni engagement, public events, and programs bringing together the broader Vanderbilt and Whitney communities.
"Through this innovative partnership, Vanderbilt students, faculty, and staff will gain wide access to the Whitney--from internships to academic collaboration, classes, research, and public programming," said Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal. "I'm grateful to Whitney Board Chair Fern Kaye Tessler, Board President Anne-Cecilie Engell Speyer, and Alice Pratt Brown Director Scott Rothkopf, as well as Vanderbilt-NYC's Executive Director of Operations and Engagement James Kellerhouse, for collaborating to deliver an enriching educational experience for the new Vanderbilt community members now calling Chelsea home."
"The Whitney Museum is one of the great cultural institutions of New York City, and we are thrilled to welcome Vanderbilt University to its new home in Chelsea," said New York State Senator Erik Bottcher. "This partnership brings together two extraordinary institutions and creates exciting new opportunities for students, faculty, artists, and our broader community to learn from one another. It's exactly the kind of collaboration we hoped to see as Vanderbilt establishes roots in Chelsea, further strengthening the neighborhood as a center for education, arts, culture, and creativity."
"The Whitney Museum has long been one of the defining cultural institutions of Chelsea and a vital part of New York's arts community," said New York State Assemblymember Tony Simone. "This partnership with Vanderbilt is a wonderful opportunity for the Whitney to deepen its commitment to education and access while opening its doors to a new generation of students, artists, and scholars. I'm excited to see the Whitney continue to build connections across our neighborhood and strengthen its role as a cultural anchor on the West Side."
"I am excited to welcome Vanderbilt to Chelsea and see their partnership with the Whitney take shape," said New York City Council Member Carl Wilson. "The Whitney is such an important part of our neighborhood, and giving the Vanderbilt students and staff the chance to experience everything the museum has to offer is a great way to connect them with their new home in New York. Partnerships like this help create closer bonds between our neighborhood institutions and those that live here, and I look forward to seeing all that this collaboration will offer our community."
Inaugural Event
The partnership's inaugural event will take place on November 10 and feature a panel discussion with emerging artists. This event offers the Vanderbilt and Whitney communities their first opportunity to come together through this collaboration. More information on how to register is available here. Additional programs and initiatives will be announced in the coming months.
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ABOUT THE WHITNEY
The Whitney Museum of American Art, founded in 1930 by the artist and philanthropist Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney (1875-1942), houses the foremost collection of American art from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Mrs. Whitney, an early and ardent supporter of modern American art, nurtured groundbreaking artists when audiences were still largely preoccupied with the Old Masters. From her vision arose the Whitney Museum of American Art, which has been championing the most innovative art of the United States for ninety years. The core of the Whitney's mission is to collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit American art of our time and serve a wide variety of audiences in celebration of the complexity and diversity of art and culture in the United States. Through this mission and a steadfast commitment to artists, the Whitney has long been a powerful force in support of modern and contemporary art and continues to help define what is innovative and influential in American art today.
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Whitney Museum Land Acknowledgment
The Whitney is located in Lenapehoking, the ancestral homeland of the Lenape. The name Manhattan comes from their word Mannahatta, meaning "island of many hills." The Museum's current site is close to land that was a Lenape fishing and planting site called Sapponckanikan ("tobacco field"). The Whitney acknowledges the displacement of this region's original inhabitants and the Lenape diaspora that exists today.
As a museum of American art in a city with vital and diverse communities of Indigenous people, the Whitney recognizes the historical exclusion of Indigenous artists from its collection and program. The Museum is committed to addressing these erasures and honoring the perspectives of Indigenous artists and communities as we work for a more equitable future. To read more about the Museum's Land Acknowledgment, visit the Museum's website.
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VISITOR INFORMATION
The Whitney Museum of American Art is located at 99 Gansevoort Street between Washington and West Streets, New York City. Public hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 10:30 am-6 pm; Friday, 10:30 am-10 pm; and Saturday and Sunday, 10:30 am-6 pm. Closed Tuesday. Visitors twenty-five years and under and Whitney members: FREE. The Museum offers FREE admission and special programming for visitors of all ages every Friday evening from 5-10 pm and on the second Sunday of every month.
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Original text here: https://whitneymedia.org/assets/generic_file/5420/WMAA_x_VU_Press_Release_WMAA_Version_FINAL_9.14.26.pdf
[Category: Arts/Cultural]
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THE WHITNEY MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART AND VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY LAUNCH PARTNERSHIP TO EXPAND OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS AND BROADER COMMUNITY
This new collaboration opens doors to internships, scholarly programming, faculty collaboration, alumni engagement, public events, and more.
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New York, NY, September 14, 2026 -- The Whitney Museum of American Art and Vanderbilt University announce an innovative multi-year partnership providing expanded opportunities for Vanderbilt students, faculty, and staff ... Show Full Article NEW YORK, Sept. 15 -- The Whitney Museum of American Art issued the following news release: * * * THE WHITNEY MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART AND VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY LAUNCH PARTNERSHIP TO EXPAND OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS AND BROADER COMMUNITY This new collaboration opens doors to internships, scholarly programming, faculty collaboration, alumni engagement, public events, and more. - New York, NY, September 14, 2026 -- The Whitney Museum of American Art and Vanderbilt University announce an innovative multi-year partnership providing expanded opportunities for Vanderbilt students, faculty, and staffto engage with the Museum through internships, classes, academic collaboration, research, professional exchange, and public programming. Made possible through philanthropic support, the partnership brings together two institutions with longstanding commitments to education, and cultural engagement, uniquely enabled by the proximity and shared community of Vanderbilt University-New York City's campus, located in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood less than a mile from the Whitney Museum.
For the Whitney, the partnership advances a longstanding commitment to access, education, and engagement, particularly for young audiences, while strengthening its role as a cultural anchor on Manhattan's West Side and within New York's downtown arts community. The Museum already works to expand access for New York's university communities, including through free admission for students and staff at CUNY, NYU, Pratt Institute, and the School of Visual Arts, alongside free admission for all visitors ages 25 and under.
By welcoming Vanderbilt students, faculty, alumni, and scholars into the life of the Museum, this new multi-pronged collaboration will create exciting opportunities for learning and exchange, particularly among the next generation of artists, scholars, and cultural leaders. The partnership will also help to enrich the Whitney community through access to Vanderbilt's research and scholarship in the arts, history, social sciences, and other key sectors.
"The Whitney is thrilled to welcome Vanderbilt as a new neighbor to one of the greatest arts districts anywhere in the world," said Scott Rothkopf, the Alice Pratt Brown Director of the Whitney Museum of American Art. "This collaboration provides a new reciprocal model for how a museum can partner with a university community, including students, faculty, artists, alumni, and our community. We look forward to building a robust and lasting relationship between our institutions that expands Vanderbilt's access to the arts and artists in New York City and brings new ideas and perspectives into the Whitney from Vanderbilt's areas of academic excellence."
The collaboration comes just weeks after Vanderbilt welcomed the first class of students to its New York City campus and marks an important milestone in the University's continued investment in the arts. This partnership builds on a series of recent initiatives, including Vanderbilt's participation in the Venice Biennale and the continued growth of its New York City campus. Together with the forthcoming Jen-Hsun and Lori Huang College of Art, Architecture and Design at Vanderbilt's San Francisco campus, these efforts expand opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, creative engagement, and public programming across the University.
"This powerful collaboration with the Whitney represents the bold, mission-driven approach that defines Vanderbilt's commitment to the arts," Provost C. Cybele Raver said. "By bringing the Vanderbilt community together with one of the nation's premier cultural institutions, we're creating opportunities for experiential learning, research and creative engagement that neither institution could offer on its own. This is a meaningful step in our continued investment in the arts that will open new doors for years to come."
The partnership honors a distinctive historical connection between the two institutions. Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, artist, patron, and founder of the Whitney Museum, was the great-granddaughter of Cornelius Vanderbilt, who founded Vanderbilt University in 1873. An early and ardent supporter of modern American artists at a time when their work received little institutional recognition, Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney founded the Museum in 1930 to provide artists with opportunities to exhibit their work and to ensure that the art of the United States would be collected, studied, and celebrated. Nearly a century later, the new collaboration carries that connection forward by creating opportunities for a new generation of students, scholars, artists, and audiences.
A central component of the partnership will be ongoing intellectual exchange between students, staff, faculty, and leadership across the two institutions. Vanderbilt students will have opportunities to pursue internships at the Whitney; participate in classes led by Museum educators both at the Whitney and on Vanderbilt's New York City campus; attend public programs; and engage directly with the Museum's exhibitions, collection, artists, curators, and staff. Faculty and scholars will also have new opportunities to collaborate with colleagues at the Whitney. The partnership will provide alumni engagement, public events, and programs bringing together the broader Vanderbilt and Whitney communities.
"Through this innovative partnership, Vanderbilt students, faculty, and staff will gain wide access to the Whitney--from internships to academic collaboration, classes, research, and public programming," said Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal. "I'm grateful to Whitney Board Chair Fern Kaye Tessler, Board President Anne-Cecilie Engell Speyer, and Alice Pratt Brown Director Scott Rothkopf, as well as Vanderbilt-NYC's Executive Director of Operations and Engagement James Kellerhouse, for collaborating to deliver an enriching educational experience for the new Vanderbilt community members now calling Chelsea home."
"The Whitney Museum is one of the great cultural institutions of New York City, and we are thrilled to welcome Vanderbilt University to its new home in Chelsea," said New York State Senator Erik Bottcher. "This partnership brings together two extraordinary institutions and creates exciting new opportunities for students, faculty, artists, and our broader community to learn from one another. It's exactly the kind of collaboration we hoped to see as Vanderbilt establishes roots in Chelsea, further strengthening the neighborhood as a center for education, arts, culture, and creativity."
"The Whitney Museum has long been one of the defining cultural institutions of Chelsea and a vital part of New York's arts community," said New York State Assemblymember Tony Simone. "This partnership with Vanderbilt is a wonderful opportunity for the Whitney to deepen its commitment to education and access while opening its doors to a new generation of students, artists, and scholars. I'm excited to see the Whitney continue to build connections across our neighborhood and strengthen its role as a cultural anchor on the West Side."
"I am excited to welcome Vanderbilt to Chelsea and see their partnership with the Whitney take shape," said New York City Council Member Carl Wilson. "The Whitney is such an important part of our neighborhood, and giving the Vanderbilt students and staff the chance to experience everything the museum has to offer is a great way to connect them with their new home in New York. Partnerships like this help create closer bonds between our neighborhood institutions and those that live here, and I look forward to seeing all that this collaboration will offer our community."
Inaugural Event
The partnership's inaugural event will take place on November 10 and feature a panel discussion with emerging artists. This event offers the Vanderbilt and Whitney communities their first opportunity to come together through this collaboration. More information on how to register is available here. Additional programs and initiatives will be announced in the coming months.
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ABOUT THE WHITNEY
The Whitney Museum of American Art, founded in 1930 by the artist and philanthropist Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney (1875-1942), houses the foremost collection of American art from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Mrs. Whitney, an early and ardent supporter of modern American art, nurtured groundbreaking artists when audiences were still largely preoccupied with the Old Masters. From her vision arose the Whitney Museum of American Art, which has been championing the most innovative art of the United States for ninety years. The core of the Whitney's mission is to collect, preserve, interpret, and exhibit American art of our time and serve a wide variety of audiences in celebration of the complexity and diversity of art and culture in the United States. Through this mission and a steadfast commitment to artists, the Whitney has long been a powerful force in support of modern and contemporary art and continues to help define what is innovative and influential in American art today.
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Whitney Museum Land Acknowledgment
The Whitney is located in Lenapehoking, the ancestral homeland of the Lenape. The name Manhattan comes from their word Mannahatta, meaning "island of many hills." The Museum's current site is close to land that was a Lenape fishing and planting site called Sapponckanikan ("tobacco field"). The Whitney acknowledges the displacement of this region's original inhabitants and the Lenape diaspora that exists today.
As a museum of American art in a city with vital and diverse communities of Indigenous people, the Whitney recognizes the historical exclusion of Indigenous artists from its collection and program. The Museum is committed to addressing these erasures and honoring the perspectives of Indigenous artists and communities as we work for a more equitable future. To read more about the Museum's Land Acknowledgment, visit the Museum's website.
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VISITOR INFORMATION
The Whitney Museum of American Art is located at 99 Gansevoort Street between Washington and West Streets, New York City. Public hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 10:30 am-6 pm; Friday, 10:30 am-10 pm; and Saturday and Sunday, 10:30 am-6 pm. Closed Tuesday. Visitors twenty-five years and under and Whitney members: FREE. The Museum offers FREE admission and special programming for visitors of all ages every Friday evening from 5-10 pm and on the second Sunday of every month.
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Original text here: https://whitneymedia.org/assets/generic_file/5420/WMAA_x_VU_Press_Release_WMAA_Version_FINAL_9.14.26.pdf
[Category: Arts/Cultural]
National Parks Conservation Association: State of Montana Moves to Drop Yellowstone Bison Suit Ahead of Park Service Analysis
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- The National Parks Conservation Association issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026:
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State of Montana Moves to Drop Yellowstone Bison Suit Ahead of Park Service Analysis
Billings, MT -- The state of Montana today moved to dismiss its lawsuit over Yellowstone National Park's science-based bison management plan. The Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes and conservation groups, who intervened in defense of Yellowstone's plan last year, urged the National Park Service to stand by its bison conservation progress against Montana's attacks. The plan, which ... Show Full Article WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- The National Parks Conservation Association issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * State of Montana Moves to Drop Yellowstone Bison Suit Ahead of Park Service Analysis Billings, MT -- The state of Montana today moved to dismiss its lawsuit over Yellowstone National Park's science-based bison management plan. The Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes and conservation groups, who intervened in defense of Yellowstone's plan last year, urged the National Park Service to stand by its bison conservation progress against Montana's attacks. The plan, whichwas adopted in 2024, allows for roughly 5,000 bison in the park and creates more opportunities for Native Nations to restore brucellosis-free bison to Tribal lands.
"The Fort Peck Tribes are encouraged to see the State of Montana dismiss its lawsuit so that the parties can move past litigation and focus on the real work ahead on the Bison Management Plan," said Floyd G. Azure, Chairman, Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes of the Fort Peck Reservation. "We look forward to continuing to work with the National Park Service on the plan, particularly to maximize the use of the Fort Peck Tribes' successful bison quarantine program as we continue to restore wild bison to Indian Country and fulfill Treaty and trust obligations."
In the months ahead, NPS will release a draft supplemental environmental impact statement that could shift or maintain the direction of Yellowstone's bison management plan. The public will have the opportunity to comment on the draft SEIS to urge the park to maintain a science-based approach to bison conservation and management.
"Those of us who live in Montana understand that bison belong on the land. Bison are woven into America's conservation legacy and Montana's history and cultures," said Michelle Uberuaga, Greater Yellowstone senior program manager for National Parks Conservation Association. "People visit Montana and Yellowstone to witness the magic of this place, including bison. National Parks Conservation Association remains committed to working with the park to support bison restoration on the landscape, implementation of the Yellowstone bison management plan, and the bison conservation transfer program."
The intervenors note that the plan adopted by the park was a moderate, science-based alternative that recognized the significant role of bison in maintaining healthy ecosystems. The plan also provided for increased Tribal hunting opportunities outside of the park to honor treaty rights, enhanced tools to provide meat and hides to Tribes, and enhancements to the Bison Conservation Transfer Program.
"Montana was right to move to dismiss this lawsuit. It was a frivolous challenge to a widely supported, science-based plan that builds on more than 20 years of successful Yellowstone bison management," said Scott Christensen, executive director of the Greater Yellowstone Coalition. "We should be working together to build on that progress, not fighting it in court. That means treating bison as valued wildlife, expanding tribal buffalo restoration opportunities, reducing conflict, and protecting Montana's livestock industry. As the National Park Service revisits the plan, we'll keep standing up for solutions that move Yellowstone bison conservation forward."
The state of Montana filed suit in December 2024 seeking to reinstate outdated policies that do not reflect the best available science, more than two decades of progress in Yellowstone bison conservation, broad Tribal support for restoration, or the values of the vast majority of Montanans and Americans. The state sought to decrease the park's bison population by nearly half despite the plan setting a population range well within the 10-year average that has allowed Yellowstone managers to maintain separation between bison and cattle. To date, there have been zero documented cases of the transmission of brucellosis from bison to cattle.
"The state took the appropriate action and walked away from a lawsuit that aimed to disrupt the collaborative work that the National Park Service has had with our local community and the state," said Karrie Kahle, conservation director with Park County Environmental Council. "We need to keep working together to support healthy bison populations on the landscape, a healthy ecosystem and the continued success of the bison transfer program."
"Now that the state of Montana has moved to dismiss its baseless lawsuit, we urge Yellowstone to stand by its progress on bison conservation," said Jenny Harbine, managing attorney for Earthjustice's Northern Rockies Office. "When the Park Service releases its draft SEIS in the coming months, the public will have yet another opportunity to demand continued protections for our national mammal. We hope that the millions who visit Yellowstone for a chance to see its iconic bison herd speak up on their behalf."
"Dismissing Montana's misguided lawsuit would be a win for Yellowstone's bison, but the fight is far from over. The Yellowstone bison management plan is accomplishing what it set out to do: allowing park visitors to experience our national mammal roaming across vast landscapes, while advancing a successful transfer program to return buffalo to tribal lands and Indigenous communities," said Chamois Andersen, senior field representative at Defenders of Wildlife. "This plan is grounded in science and guided by the deep cultural significance of buffalo to Native Nations. As we await the updated plan, we will be ready to defend a science-based approach that protects Yellowstone's bison and advances their long-term recovery."
Yellowstone bison are a link to the millions of Plains bison that once supported the cultural, spiritual, and nutritional practices of countless Indigenous communities for millennia. The Tribes' access to Yellowstone bison is not only paramount for cultural reasons, but a protected treaty right that the state's lawsuit risked impeding. The Fort Peck Tribes, which operate the only approved assurance testing facility capable of receiving bison cleared from quarantine in Yellowstone, have been integral partners with the National Park Service working to restore bison through the Bison Conservation Transfer Program, which has transferred more than 400 brucellosis-free bison to 26 Tribes.
Earthjustice represents the Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes, National Parks Conservation Association, Defenders of Wildlife, the Greater Yellowstone Coalition, and Park County Environmental Council in the intervention.
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Original text here: https://www.npca.org/articles/11504-state-of-montana-moves-to-drop-yellowstone-bison-suit-ahead-of-park-service
[Category: Environment]
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State of Montana Moves to Drop Yellowstone Bison Suit Ahead of Park Service Analysis
Billings, MT -- The state of Montana today moved to dismiss its lawsuit over Yellowstone National Park's science-based bison management plan. The Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes and conservation groups, who intervened in defense of Yellowstone's plan last year, urged the National Park Service to stand by its bison conservation progress against Montana's attacks. The plan, which ... Show Full Article WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- The National Parks Conservation Association issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * State of Montana Moves to Drop Yellowstone Bison Suit Ahead of Park Service Analysis Billings, MT -- The state of Montana today moved to dismiss its lawsuit over Yellowstone National Park's science-based bison management plan. The Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes and conservation groups, who intervened in defense of Yellowstone's plan last year, urged the National Park Service to stand by its bison conservation progress against Montana's attacks. The plan, whichwas adopted in 2024, allows for roughly 5,000 bison in the park and creates more opportunities for Native Nations to restore brucellosis-free bison to Tribal lands.
"The Fort Peck Tribes are encouraged to see the State of Montana dismiss its lawsuit so that the parties can move past litigation and focus on the real work ahead on the Bison Management Plan," said Floyd G. Azure, Chairman, Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes of the Fort Peck Reservation. "We look forward to continuing to work with the National Park Service on the plan, particularly to maximize the use of the Fort Peck Tribes' successful bison quarantine program as we continue to restore wild bison to Indian Country and fulfill Treaty and trust obligations."
In the months ahead, NPS will release a draft supplemental environmental impact statement that could shift or maintain the direction of Yellowstone's bison management plan. The public will have the opportunity to comment on the draft SEIS to urge the park to maintain a science-based approach to bison conservation and management.
"Those of us who live in Montana understand that bison belong on the land. Bison are woven into America's conservation legacy and Montana's history and cultures," said Michelle Uberuaga, Greater Yellowstone senior program manager for National Parks Conservation Association. "People visit Montana and Yellowstone to witness the magic of this place, including bison. National Parks Conservation Association remains committed to working with the park to support bison restoration on the landscape, implementation of the Yellowstone bison management plan, and the bison conservation transfer program."
The intervenors note that the plan adopted by the park was a moderate, science-based alternative that recognized the significant role of bison in maintaining healthy ecosystems. The plan also provided for increased Tribal hunting opportunities outside of the park to honor treaty rights, enhanced tools to provide meat and hides to Tribes, and enhancements to the Bison Conservation Transfer Program.
"Montana was right to move to dismiss this lawsuit. It was a frivolous challenge to a widely supported, science-based plan that builds on more than 20 years of successful Yellowstone bison management," said Scott Christensen, executive director of the Greater Yellowstone Coalition. "We should be working together to build on that progress, not fighting it in court. That means treating bison as valued wildlife, expanding tribal buffalo restoration opportunities, reducing conflict, and protecting Montana's livestock industry. As the National Park Service revisits the plan, we'll keep standing up for solutions that move Yellowstone bison conservation forward."
The state of Montana filed suit in December 2024 seeking to reinstate outdated policies that do not reflect the best available science, more than two decades of progress in Yellowstone bison conservation, broad Tribal support for restoration, or the values of the vast majority of Montanans and Americans. The state sought to decrease the park's bison population by nearly half despite the plan setting a population range well within the 10-year average that has allowed Yellowstone managers to maintain separation between bison and cattle. To date, there have been zero documented cases of the transmission of brucellosis from bison to cattle.
"The state took the appropriate action and walked away from a lawsuit that aimed to disrupt the collaborative work that the National Park Service has had with our local community and the state," said Karrie Kahle, conservation director with Park County Environmental Council. "We need to keep working together to support healthy bison populations on the landscape, a healthy ecosystem and the continued success of the bison transfer program."
"Now that the state of Montana has moved to dismiss its baseless lawsuit, we urge Yellowstone to stand by its progress on bison conservation," said Jenny Harbine, managing attorney for Earthjustice's Northern Rockies Office. "When the Park Service releases its draft SEIS in the coming months, the public will have yet another opportunity to demand continued protections for our national mammal. We hope that the millions who visit Yellowstone for a chance to see its iconic bison herd speak up on their behalf."
"Dismissing Montana's misguided lawsuit would be a win for Yellowstone's bison, but the fight is far from over. The Yellowstone bison management plan is accomplishing what it set out to do: allowing park visitors to experience our national mammal roaming across vast landscapes, while advancing a successful transfer program to return buffalo to tribal lands and Indigenous communities," said Chamois Andersen, senior field representative at Defenders of Wildlife. "This plan is grounded in science and guided by the deep cultural significance of buffalo to Native Nations. As we await the updated plan, we will be ready to defend a science-based approach that protects Yellowstone's bison and advances their long-term recovery."
Yellowstone bison are a link to the millions of Plains bison that once supported the cultural, spiritual, and nutritional practices of countless Indigenous communities for millennia. The Tribes' access to Yellowstone bison is not only paramount for cultural reasons, but a protected treaty right that the state's lawsuit risked impeding. The Fort Peck Tribes, which operate the only approved assurance testing facility capable of receiving bison cleared from quarantine in Yellowstone, have been integral partners with the National Park Service working to restore bison through the Bison Conservation Transfer Program, which has transferred more than 400 brucellosis-free bison to 26 Tribes.
Earthjustice represents the Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes, National Parks Conservation Association, Defenders of Wildlife, the Greater Yellowstone Coalition, and Park County Environmental Council in the intervention.
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Original text here: https://www.npca.org/articles/11504-state-of-montana-moves-to-drop-yellowstone-bison-suit-ahead-of-park-service
[Category: Environment]
Milestone Reached in Non-Animal Testing: Human-Relevant, Non-Animal Inhalation Testing Advanced Today Courtesy of EPA, PETA Science Group, and VITO
NORFOLK, Virginia, Sept. 15 (TNSjou) -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release:
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Milestone Reached in Non-Animal Testing: Human-Relevant, Non-Animal Inhalation Testing Advanced Today Courtesy of EPA, PETA Science Group, and VITO
September 14, 2026
Washington - A new study co-authored by PETA Science Consortium International e.V., the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO) shows that laboratory-grown human airway models instead of animals can be used to assess the inhalation toxicity ... Show Full Article NORFOLK, Virginia, Sept. 15 (TNSjou) -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Milestone Reached in Non-Animal Testing: Human-Relevant, Non-Animal Inhalation Testing Advanced Today Courtesy of EPA, PETA Science Group, and VITO September 14, 2026 Washington - A new study co-authored by PETA Science Consortium International e.V., the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO) shows that laboratory-grown human airway models instead of animals can be used to assess the inhalation toxicityof surfactants, a class of chemicals commonly found in products ranging from soaps and cleaners to agricultural formulations.
The use of human cells and computational models to assess the potential respiratory effects of surfactants and translate the resulting data into information that can be useful for protecting humans is described in the paper (https://academic.oup.com/toxsci/advance-article/doi/10.1093/toxsci/kfag118/8790347), "Human in vitro airway models to assess point-of-contact respiratory toxicity of surfactants and derive human equivalent concentrations after single dose exposure," published in Toxicological Sciences.
Anatomical and physiological differences between human and rat respiratory tracts limit the ability of rats to reliably predict how inhaled chemicals will affect humans. The Science Consortium and its collaborators are advancing state-of-the-art methods grounded in human biology that can provide information more directly relevant to humans.
"This collaborative work shows the power of combining human biology with cutting-edge cellular and computational tools," says Science Consortium President Dr. Amy Clippinger. "Human cell-based approaches for assessing respiratory tissue irritation can provide information about chemicals that is more relevant to humans and doesn't use animals."
The method and data presented in this publication were recently used to inform guidance from the EPA that prioritizes data from human cell-based methods and the use of these data to make regulatory decisions about surfactants. The Science Consortium continues to partner with the EPA to evaluate additional surfactants with this method to further build a robust data set.
The testing approach used in this study also fed into an international, multi-laboratory effort funded and coordinated by the Science Consortium. Scientists in laboratories across the United States, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and India independently tested about 20 chemicals using the human cell-based method and demonstrated its transferability and reliability.
This work helped lay the foundation towards broader international uptake. In August 2026, the project proposal was added to the work plan of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development Test Guidelines Programme. While additional testing, analysis, and documentation are still needed, this represents a milestone in the path to global adoption of this non-animal method.
For more information, please visit ThePSCI.eu.
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Original text here: https://www.peta.org/media/news-releases/milestone-reached-in-non-animal-testing-human-relevant-non-animal-inhalation-testing-advanced-today-courtesy-of-epa-peta-science-group-and-vito/
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Milestone Reached in Non-Animal Testing: Human-Relevant, Non-Animal Inhalation Testing Advanced Today Courtesy of EPA, PETA Science Group, and VITO
September 14, 2026
Washington - A new study co-authored by PETA Science Consortium International e.V., the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO) shows that laboratory-grown human airway models instead of animals can be used to assess the inhalation toxicity ... Show Full Article NORFOLK, Virginia, Sept. 15 (TNSjou) -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Milestone Reached in Non-Animal Testing: Human-Relevant, Non-Animal Inhalation Testing Advanced Today Courtesy of EPA, PETA Science Group, and VITO September 14, 2026 Washington - A new study co-authored by PETA Science Consortium International e.V., the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Flemish Institute for Technological Research (VITO) shows that laboratory-grown human airway models instead of animals can be used to assess the inhalation toxicityof surfactants, a class of chemicals commonly found in products ranging from soaps and cleaners to agricultural formulations.
The use of human cells and computational models to assess the potential respiratory effects of surfactants and translate the resulting data into information that can be useful for protecting humans is described in the paper (https://academic.oup.com/toxsci/advance-article/doi/10.1093/toxsci/kfag118/8790347), "Human in vitro airway models to assess point-of-contact respiratory toxicity of surfactants and derive human equivalent concentrations after single dose exposure," published in Toxicological Sciences.
Anatomical and physiological differences between human and rat respiratory tracts limit the ability of rats to reliably predict how inhaled chemicals will affect humans. The Science Consortium and its collaborators are advancing state-of-the-art methods grounded in human biology that can provide information more directly relevant to humans.
"This collaborative work shows the power of combining human biology with cutting-edge cellular and computational tools," says Science Consortium President Dr. Amy Clippinger. "Human cell-based approaches for assessing respiratory tissue irritation can provide information about chemicals that is more relevant to humans and doesn't use animals."
The method and data presented in this publication were recently used to inform guidance from the EPA that prioritizes data from human cell-based methods and the use of these data to make regulatory decisions about surfactants. The Science Consortium continues to partner with the EPA to evaluate additional surfactants with this method to further build a robust data set.
The testing approach used in this study also fed into an international, multi-laboratory effort funded and coordinated by the Science Consortium. Scientists in laboratories across the United States, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, and India independently tested about 20 chemicals using the human cell-based method and demonstrated its transferability and reliability.
This work helped lay the foundation towards broader international uptake. In August 2026, the project proposal was added to the work plan of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development Test Guidelines Programme. While additional testing, analysis, and documentation are still needed, this represents a milestone in the path to global adoption of this non-animal method.
For more information, please visit ThePSCI.eu.
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Original text here: https://www.peta.org/media/news-releases/milestone-reached-in-non-animal-testing-human-relevant-non-animal-inhalation-testing-advanced-today-courtesy-of-epa-peta-science-group-and-vito/
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Food and Water Watch: AI Data Center "Ratepayer Protection Act" is Cynical Handout to Big Tech
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release:
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AI Data Center "Ratepayer Protection Act" is Cynical Handout to Big Tech
Bill fails to protect from skyrocketing electricity rates, alarming water consumption and increased fossil fuel pollution
Sep 14, 2026
Washington, D.C. - Reports indicate that the House is likely to vote tomorrow on the so-called Ratepayer Protection Act, a bill that would ostensibly encourage state regulators to consider making data centers pay for the incremental cost of generation, transmission and distribution to serve their ... Show Full Article WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release: * * * AI Data Center "Ratepayer Protection Act" is Cynical Handout to Big Tech Bill fails to protect from skyrocketing electricity rates, alarming water consumption and increased fossil fuel pollution Sep 14, 2026 Washington, D.C. - Reports indicate that the House is likely to vote tomorrow on the so-called Ratepayer Protection Act, a bill that would ostensibly encourage state regulators to consider making data centers pay for the incremental cost of generation, transmission and distribution to serve theirenormous energy needs. In reality, the bill would fast-track the financing, permitting and construction of new hyperscale AI data centers across the country. The legislation would speed construction of data centers, prioritize connection to the existing electric grid, and provide questionable means for companies to claim they are paying for their own power. It also comes amid increasing reports about the threat of AI to the future of humanity and the need to slow down AI development.
In response, Food & Water Watch's Managing Director of Policy and Litigation Mitch Jones issued the following statement:
"The name 'Ratepayer Protection Act' is a gross misnomer. This legislation is little more than a cynical fig leaf for Big Tech. It does nothing to guarantee protection from skyrocketing electricity rates, alarming water consumption and increased fossil fuel pollution that hyperscale data centers are inflicting upon communities across the country. If Congress truly intends to take the AI data center crisis seriously, it must reject this pointless legislation that merely suggests states should act. Instead Congress must tackle this out-of-control industry head-on. We need a complete pause on new AI data centers now."
In a letter sent to Congress in June, more than 200 advocacy organizations from across the country called for rejection of a package of bills including the Ratepayer Protection Act that would fast-track the financing, permitting and construction of new hyperscale AI data centers across the country. Earlier that month, more than 520 organizations from 48 states called for the enactment of a full nationwide moratorium on the approval and construction of new hyperscale data centers.
Recent research from Food & Water Watch demonstrates how data centers' claims of willingness to supply their own power through "behind-the-meter" generation is largely a shell game that will leave communities exposed to significant costs and harmful impacts from these huge profit-driven facilities. Supplying electricity from off the grid may allow data centers to avoid initial costs and delays associated with tapping already stressed power grids, yet the public will still face increasing air and water pollution, strains on local water resources, and inflated bills from higher natural gas and electricity prices caused by unfettered data center development.
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Original text here: https://www.foodandwaterwatch.org/2026/09/14/ai-data-center-ratepayer-protection-act-is-cynical-handout-to-big-tech/
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AI Data Center "Ratepayer Protection Act" is Cynical Handout to Big Tech
Bill fails to protect from skyrocketing electricity rates, alarming water consumption and increased fossil fuel pollution
Sep 14, 2026
Washington, D.C. - Reports indicate that the House is likely to vote tomorrow on the so-called Ratepayer Protection Act, a bill that would ostensibly encourage state regulators to consider making data centers pay for the incremental cost of generation, transmission and distribution to serve their ... Show Full Article WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release: * * * AI Data Center "Ratepayer Protection Act" is Cynical Handout to Big Tech Bill fails to protect from skyrocketing electricity rates, alarming water consumption and increased fossil fuel pollution Sep 14, 2026 Washington, D.C. - Reports indicate that the House is likely to vote tomorrow on the so-called Ratepayer Protection Act, a bill that would ostensibly encourage state regulators to consider making data centers pay for the incremental cost of generation, transmission and distribution to serve theirenormous energy needs. In reality, the bill would fast-track the financing, permitting and construction of new hyperscale AI data centers across the country. The legislation would speed construction of data centers, prioritize connection to the existing electric grid, and provide questionable means for companies to claim they are paying for their own power. It also comes amid increasing reports about the threat of AI to the future of humanity and the need to slow down AI development.
In response, Food & Water Watch's Managing Director of Policy and Litigation Mitch Jones issued the following statement:
"The name 'Ratepayer Protection Act' is a gross misnomer. This legislation is little more than a cynical fig leaf for Big Tech. It does nothing to guarantee protection from skyrocketing electricity rates, alarming water consumption and increased fossil fuel pollution that hyperscale data centers are inflicting upon communities across the country. If Congress truly intends to take the AI data center crisis seriously, it must reject this pointless legislation that merely suggests states should act. Instead Congress must tackle this out-of-control industry head-on. We need a complete pause on new AI data centers now."
In a letter sent to Congress in June, more than 200 advocacy organizations from across the country called for rejection of a package of bills including the Ratepayer Protection Act that would fast-track the financing, permitting and construction of new hyperscale AI data centers across the country. Earlier that month, more than 520 organizations from 48 states called for the enactment of a full nationwide moratorium on the approval and construction of new hyperscale data centers.
Recent research from Food & Water Watch demonstrates how data centers' claims of willingness to supply their own power through "behind-the-meter" generation is largely a shell game that will leave communities exposed to significant costs and harmful impacts from these huge profit-driven facilities. Supplying electricity from off the grid may allow data centers to avoid initial costs and delays associated with tapping already stressed power grids, yet the public will still face increasing air and water pollution, strains on local water resources, and inflated bills from higher natural gas and electricity prices caused by unfettered data center development.
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Original text here: https://www.foodandwaterwatch.org/2026/09/14/ai-data-center-ratepayer-protection-act-is-cynical-handout-to-big-tech/
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Earthjustice: Trump EPA Shirks Legal Obligation to Act on Climate Pollution From Power Plants
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 15 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release:
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Trump EPA Shirks Legal Obligation to Act on Climate Pollution from Power Plants
Fossil-fueled power plants are the largest industrial source of carbon pollution in the U.S.
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Washington, D.C. -- Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized its repeal of greenhouse gas pollution standards for coal and gas-fired power plants. At the same time, the EPA issued a proposal that attempts to repeal the scientific and legal finding that greenhouse gas pollution from power plants harms public ... Show Full Article SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 15 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release: * * * Trump EPA Shirks Legal Obligation to Act on Climate Pollution from Power Plants Fossil-fueled power plants are the largest industrial source of carbon pollution in the U.S. - Washington, D.C. -- Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized its repeal of greenhouse gas pollution standards for coal and gas-fired power plants. At the same time, the EPA issued a proposal that attempts to repeal the scientific and legal finding that greenhouse gas pollution from power plants harms publichealth and welfare.
Jill Tauber, Vice President for Climate & Energy at Earthjustice, issued the following statement in response:
"The EPA has a legal obligation to protect us from climate pollution from power plants. As millions of Americans suffer through more extreme heat, wildfires, and torrential storms, the Trump administration is denying what we know to be true: climate pollution is harming our health, welfare, and economy. Earthjustice and our partners will continue to defend climate protections and hold the Trump administration accountable."
Background on Greenhouse Gas Pollution Standards for Power Plants
This proposal follows the Trump EPA's repeal of the Endangerment Finding for vehicles in February. Earthjustice and its partners are currently defending the Endangerment Finding in court.
The Biden administration finalized the first-ever standards to limit carbon pollution from new gas and existing coal-burning power plants, requiring them to control 90% of their carbon pollution, in 2024. The rule was projected to create up to $370 billion in climate and public health net benefits over the next two decades and cut annual carbon emissions by the same amount as taking 328 million gas cars off the road.
Fossil-fueled power plants are the largest industrial source of climate pollution, responsible for more than 30% of U.S. carbon pollution, as well as other dangerous air pollution that harms our health.
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About Earthjustice
Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people's health, to preserve magnificent places and wildlife, to advance clean energy, and to combat climate change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.
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Original text here: https://earthjustice.org/press/2026/trump-epa-shirks-legal-obligation-to-act-on-climate-pollution-from-power-plants
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Trump EPA Shirks Legal Obligation to Act on Climate Pollution from Power Plants
Fossil-fueled power plants are the largest industrial source of carbon pollution in the U.S.
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Washington, D.C. -- Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized its repeal of greenhouse gas pollution standards for coal and gas-fired power plants. At the same time, the EPA issued a proposal that attempts to repeal the scientific and legal finding that greenhouse gas pollution from power plants harms public ... Show Full Article SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 15 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release: * * * Trump EPA Shirks Legal Obligation to Act on Climate Pollution from Power Plants Fossil-fueled power plants are the largest industrial source of carbon pollution in the U.S. - Washington, D.C. -- Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized its repeal of greenhouse gas pollution standards for coal and gas-fired power plants. At the same time, the EPA issued a proposal that attempts to repeal the scientific and legal finding that greenhouse gas pollution from power plants harms publichealth and welfare.
Jill Tauber, Vice President for Climate & Energy at Earthjustice, issued the following statement in response:
"The EPA has a legal obligation to protect us from climate pollution from power plants. As millions of Americans suffer through more extreme heat, wildfires, and torrential storms, the Trump administration is denying what we know to be true: climate pollution is harming our health, welfare, and economy. Earthjustice and our partners will continue to defend climate protections and hold the Trump administration accountable."
Background on Greenhouse Gas Pollution Standards for Power Plants
This proposal follows the Trump EPA's repeal of the Endangerment Finding for vehicles in February. Earthjustice and its partners are currently defending the Endangerment Finding in court.
The Biden administration finalized the first-ever standards to limit carbon pollution from new gas and existing coal-burning power plants, requiring them to control 90% of their carbon pollution, in 2024. The rule was projected to create up to $370 billion in climate and public health net benefits over the next two decades and cut annual carbon emissions by the same amount as taking 328 million gas cars off the road.
Fossil-fueled power plants are the largest industrial source of climate pollution, responsible for more than 30% of U.S. carbon pollution, as well as other dangerous air pollution that harms our health.
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About Earthjustice
Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people's health, to preserve magnificent places and wildlife, to advance clean energy, and to combat climate change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.
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Original text here: https://earthjustice.org/press/2026/trump-epa-shirks-legal-obligation-to-act-on-climate-pollution-from-power-plants
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Earthjustice: State of Montana Moves to Drop Yellowstone Bison Suit Ahead of NPS Analysis
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 15 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026:
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State of Montana Moves to Drop Yellowstone Bison Suit Ahead of NPS Analysis
Fort Peck Tribes, conservation groups urge NPS to defend bison conservation progress
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Billings, MT -- The state of Montana today moved to dismiss its lawsuit over Yellowstone National Park's science-based bison management plan. The Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes and conservation groups, who intervened in defense of Yellowstone's plan last year, urged the National Park Service to stand by its bison ... Show Full Article SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 15 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * State of Montana Moves to Drop Yellowstone Bison Suit Ahead of NPS Analysis Fort Peck Tribes, conservation groups urge NPS to defend bison conservation progress - Billings, MT -- The state of Montana today moved to dismiss its lawsuit over Yellowstone National Park's science-based bison management plan. The Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes and conservation groups, who intervened in defense of Yellowstone's plan last year, urged the National Park Service to stand by its bisonconservation progress against Montana's attacks. The plan, which was adopted in 2024, allows for roughly 5,000 bison in the park and creates more opportunities for Native Nations to restore brucellosis-free bison to Tribal lands.
"The Fort Peck Tribes are encouraged to see the State of Montana dismiss its lawsuit so that the parties can move past litigation and focus on the real work ahead on the Bison Management Plan," said Floyd G. Azure, Chairman, Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes of the Fort Peck Reservation. "We look forward to continuing to work with the National Park Service on the plan, particularly to maximize the use of the Fort Peck Tribes' successful bison quarantine program as we continue to restore wild bison to Indian Country and fulfill Treaty and trust obligations."
In the months ahead, NPS will release a draft supplemental environmental impact statement that could shift or maintain the direction of Yellowstone's bison management plan. The public will have the opportunity to comment on the draft SEIS to urge the park to maintain a science-based approach to bison conservation and management.
The intervenors note that the plan adopted by the park was a moderate, science-based alternative that recognized the significant role of bison in maintaining healthy ecosystems. The plan also provided for increased Tribal hunting opportunities outside of the park to honor treaty rights, enhanced tools to provide meat and hides to Tribes, and enhancements to the Bison Conservation Transfer Program.
"Montana was right to move to dismiss this lawsuit. It was a frivolous challenge to a widely supported, science-based plan that builds on more than 20 years of successful Yellowstone bison management," said Scott Christensen, executive director of the Greater Yellowstone Coalition. "We should be working together to build on that progress, not fighting it in court. That means treating bison as valued wildlife, expanding tribal buffalo restoration opportunities, reducing conflict, and protecting Montana's livestock industry. As the National Park Service revisits the plan, we'll keep standing up for solutions that move Yellowstone bison conservation forward."
The state of Montana filed suit in December 2024 seeking to reinstate outdated policies that do not reflect the best available science, more than two decades of progress in Yellowstone bison conservation, broad Tribal support for restoration, or the values of the vast majority of Montanans and Americans. The state sought to decrease the park's bison population by nearly half despite the plan setting a population range well within the 10-year average that has allowed Yellowstone managers to maintain separation between bison and cattle. To date, there have been zero documented cases of the transmission of brucellosis from bison to cattle.
"The state took the appropriate action and walked away from a lawsuit that aimed to disrupt the collaborative work that the National Park Service has had with our local community and the state," said Karrie Kahle, conservation director with Park County Environmental Council. "We need to keep working together to support healthy bison populations on the landscape, a healthy ecosystem and the continued success of the bison transfer program."
"Now that the state of Montana has moved to dismiss its baseless lawsuit, we urge Yellowstone to stand by its progress on bison conservation," said Jenny Harbine, managing attorney for Earthjustice's Northern Rockies Office. "When the Park Service releases its draft SEIS in the coming months, the public will have yet another opportunity to demand continued protections for our national mammal. We hope that the millions who visit Yellowstone for a chance to see its iconic bison herd speak up on their behalf."
"Dismissing Montana's misguided lawsuit would be a win for Yellowstone's bison, but the fight is far from over. The Yellowstone bison management plan is accomplishing what it set out to do: allowing park visitors to experience our national mammal roaming across vast landscapes, while advancing a successful transfer program to return buffalo to tribal lands and Indigenous communities," said Chamois Andersen, senior field representative at Defenders of Wildlife. "This plan is grounded in science and guided by the deep cultural significance of buffalo to Native Nations. As we await the updated plan, we will be ready to defend a science-based approach that protects Yellowstone's bison and advances their long-term recovery."
"Those of us who live in Montana understand that bison belong on the land. Bison are woven into America's conservation legacy and Montana's history and cultures," said Michelle Uberuaga, Greater Yellowstone senior program manager for National Parks Conservation Association. "People visit Montana and Yellowstone to witness the magic of this place, including bison. National Parks Conservation Association remains committed to working with the park to support bison restoration on the landscape, implementation of the Yellowstone bison management plan, and the bison conservation transfer program."
Yellowstone bison are a link to the millions of Plains bison that once supported the cultural, spiritual, and nutritional practices of countless Indigenous communities for millennia. The Tribes' access to Yellowstone bison is not only paramount for cultural reasons, but a protected treaty right that the state's lawsuit risked impeding. The Fort Peck Tribes, which operate the only approved assurance testing facility capable of receiving bison cleared from quarantine in Yellowstone, have been integral partners with the National Park Service working to restore bison through the Bison Conservation Transfer Program, which has transferred more than 400 brucellosis-free bison to 26 Tribes.
Earthjustice represents the Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes, National Parks Conservation Association, Defenders of Wildlife, the Greater Yellowstone Coalition, and Park County Environmental Council in the intervention.
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About Earthjustice
Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people's health, to preserve magnificent places and wildlife, to advance clean energy, and to combat climate change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.
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Original text here: https://earthjustice.org/press/2026/state-of-montana-moves-to-drop-yellowstone-bison-suit-ahead-of-nps-analysis
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State of Montana Moves to Drop Yellowstone Bison Suit Ahead of NPS Analysis
Fort Peck Tribes, conservation groups urge NPS to defend bison conservation progress
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Billings, MT -- The state of Montana today moved to dismiss its lawsuit over Yellowstone National Park's science-based bison management plan. The Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes and conservation groups, who intervened in defense of Yellowstone's plan last year, urged the National Park Service to stand by its bison ... Show Full Article SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 15 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release on Sept. 14, 2026: * * * State of Montana Moves to Drop Yellowstone Bison Suit Ahead of NPS Analysis Fort Peck Tribes, conservation groups urge NPS to defend bison conservation progress - Billings, MT -- The state of Montana today moved to dismiss its lawsuit over Yellowstone National Park's science-based bison management plan. The Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes and conservation groups, who intervened in defense of Yellowstone's plan last year, urged the National Park Service to stand by its bisonconservation progress against Montana's attacks. The plan, which was adopted in 2024, allows for roughly 5,000 bison in the park and creates more opportunities for Native Nations to restore brucellosis-free bison to Tribal lands.
"The Fort Peck Tribes are encouraged to see the State of Montana dismiss its lawsuit so that the parties can move past litigation and focus on the real work ahead on the Bison Management Plan," said Floyd G. Azure, Chairman, Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes of the Fort Peck Reservation. "We look forward to continuing to work with the National Park Service on the plan, particularly to maximize the use of the Fort Peck Tribes' successful bison quarantine program as we continue to restore wild bison to Indian Country and fulfill Treaty and trust obligations."
In the months ahead, NPS will release a draft supplemental environmental impact statement that could shift or maintain the direction of Yellowstone's bison management plan. The public will have the opportunity to comment on the draft SEIS to urge the park to maintain a science-based approach to bison conservation and management.
The intervenors note that the plan adopted by the park was a moderate, science-based alternative that recognized the significant role of bison in maintaining healthy ecosystems. The plan also provided for increased Tribal hunting opportunities outside of the park to honor treaty rights, enhanced tools to provide meat and hides to Tribes, and enhancements to the Bison Conservation Transfer Program.
"Montana was right to move to dismiss this lawsuit. It was a frivolous challenge to a widely supported, science-based plan that builds on more than 20 years of successful Yellowstone bison management," said Scott Christensen, executive director of the Greater Yellowstone Coalition. "We should be working together to build on that progress, not fighting it in court. That means treating bison as valued wildlife, expanding tribal buffalo restoration opportunities, reducing conflict, and protecting Montana's livestock industry. As the National Park Service revisits the plan, we'll keep standing up for solutions that move Yellowstone bison conservation forward."
The state of Montana filed suit in December 2024 seeking to reinstate outdated policies that do not reflect the best available science, more than two decades of progress in Yellowstone bison conservation, broad Tribal support for restoration, or the values of the vast majority of Montanans and Americans. The state sought to decrease the park's bison population by nearly half despite the plan setting a population range well within the 10-year average that has allowed Yellowstone managers to maintain separation between bison and cattle. To date, there have been zero documented cases of the transmission of brucellosis from bison to cattle.
"The state took the appropriate action and walked away from a lawsuit that aimed to disrupt the collaborative work that the National Park Service has had with our local community and the state," said Karrie Kahle, conservation director with Park County Environmental Council. "We need to keep working together to support healthy bison populations on the landscape, a healthy ecosystem and the continued success of the bison transfer program."
"Now that the state of Montana has moved to dismiss its baseless lawsuit, we urge Yellowstone to stand by its progress on bison conservation," said Jenny Harbine, managing attorney for Earthjustice's Northern Rockies Office. "When the Park Service releases its draft SEIS in the coming months, the public will have yet another opportunity to demand continued protections for our national mammal. We hope that the millions who visit Yellowstone for a chance to see its iconic bison herd speak up on their behalf."
"Dismissing Montana's misguided lawsuit would be a win for Yellowstone's bison, but the fight is far from over. The Yellowstone bison management plan is accomplishing what it set out to do: allowing park visitors to experience our national mammal roaming across vast landscapes, while advancing a successful transfer program to return buffalo to tribal lands and Indigenous communities," said Chamois Andersen, senior field representative at Defenders of Wildlife. "This plan is grounded in science and guided by the deep cultural significance of buffalo to Native Nations. As we await the updated plan, we will be ready to defend a science-based approach that protects Yellowstone's bison and advances their long-term recovery."
"Those of us who live in Montana understand that bison belong on the land. Bison are woven into America's conservation legacy and Montana's history and cultures," said Michelle Uberuaga, Greater Yellowstone senior program manager for National Parks Conservation Association. "People visit Montana and Yellowstone to witness the magic of this place, including bison. National Parks Conservation Association remains committed to working with the park to support bison restoration on the landscape, implementation of the Yellowstone bison management plan, and the bison conservation transfer program."
Yellowstone bison are a link to the millions of Plains bison that once supported the cultural, spiritual, and nutritional practices of countless Indigenous communities for millennia. The Tribes' access to Yellowstone bison is not only paramount for cultural reasons, but a protected treaty right that the state's lawsuit risked impeding. The Fort Peck Tribes, which operate the only approved assurance testing facility capable of receiving bison cleared from quarantine in Yellowstone, have been integral partners with the National Park Service working to restore bison through the Bison Conservation Transfer Program, which has transferred more than 400 brucellosis-free bison to 26 Tribes.
Earthjustice represents the Fort Peck Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes, National Parks Conservation Association, Defenders of Wildlife, the Greater Yellowstone Coalition, and Park County Environmental Council in the intervention.
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About Earthjustice
Earthjustice is the premier nonprofit environmental law organization. We wield the power of law and the strength of partnership to protect people's health, to preserve magnificent places and wildlife, to advance clean energy, and to combat climate change. We are here because the earth needs a good lawyer.
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Original text here: https://earthjustice.org/press/2026/state-of-montana-moves-to-drop-yellowstone-bison-suit-ahead-of-nps-analysis
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Americans for Tax Reform Issues Commentary: List of 100 Entities Providing Contributions to Trump Accounts for Kids (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following commentary:
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List of 100 Entities Providing Contributions to Trump Accounts for Kids
John Kartch and Rachel Loren 09/14/2026
Americans for Tax Reform's tracker of Trump Accounts announcements has reached 100.
As documented below at least 100 companies, foundations, individuals and states have announced contributions to the accounts or in the case of foster children, establishment of the accounts.
Trump Accounts for kids were enacted as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, also known as the Working Families Tax Cut. ... Show Full Article WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following commentary: * * * List of 100 Entities Providing Contributions to Trump Accounts for Kids John Kartch and Rachel Loren 09/14/2026 Americans for Tax Reform's tracker of Trump Accounts announcements has reached 100. As documented below at least 100 companies, foundations, individuals and states have announced contributions to the accounts or in the case of foster children, establishment of the accounts. Trump Accounts for kids were enacted as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, also known as the Working Families Tax Cut.Senator Ted Cruz (R - Texas) led the Trump Accounts effort in congress.
The accounts went live on July 5, 2026. The official website for the program is TrumpAccounts.gov.
Americans for Tax Reform will update the list below on a rolling basis. If you know of an announcement not listed below, please send to ideas@atr.org
The list of the 100 entities is below, followed by the documentation for each:
Acorns
Alight
Altimeter Capital
American Airlines
American Securities Association
Anand Legacy Foundation
Bank of America
Bank of New York Mellon
BlackRock
Block, Inc.
Broadcom
Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck
Center for a Free Economy
Charles Schwab Corporation
Charter Communications
Chime Financial Inc.
Chipotle
Circle Internet Group, Inc.
Citi
Coinbase
Comcast
Continental Resources
CrowdStrike
CTIA
Dalio Philanthropies - Ray and Barbara Dalio
Dell Technologies
Delta Airlines
Ed Freedman's Stable Road Foundation
Edward Jones
Empower
Fox Corporation
Franklin Templeton
Galaxy Digital Inc.
Goldman Sachs
Harold Hamm
Heritage Foundation
IBM
iHeartMedia
Intel
IntraFi
Invesco
Invest America -- Brad Gerstner (Trump Accounts inventor)
Investment Company Institute
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Kraken
Mastercard
Michael and Susan Dell Foundation
Micron Technology
Morgan Stanley
Nasdaq
News Corporation
Nicki Minaj
Novelis
Nvidia
Pivot Bio
Replit
Robinhood Markets, Inc.
Russell Investment Group, LLC
SAP SE
S & P Global
Silver Lake Technology Management, LLC
SoFi Technologies, Inc.
SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell
Steak 'n Shake
State Street
Strategy, Inc.
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Pivot Bio (Minnetonka, Minnesota) -- $1,000 - $5,000 contributions in the form of family grants to eligible active customers + $1,000 contributions for children of employees:
Pivot Bio, one of the world's leading agtech companies, today announced the launch of Pivot Pathways: A Generation Grant, a new initiative designed to invest in the next generation of farm families, strengthen rural communities, and help preserve the multi-generational legacy of American agriculture.
The program will provide contributions to eligible customers and team members with dependent children, helping families create stronger financial pathways for the future through newly established Trump Accounts.
For Chris Abbott, chief executive officer of Pivot Bio, the initiative reflects something deeper than a financial contribution, it is a recognition that agriculture has always been built on legacy, stewardship, and the hope that every generation leaves the land, the business, and the community stronger than they found it.
"We committed early on to participate in this program for our team members," Abbott said. "Additionally, after spending time with farmers across this country, one thing becomes incredibly clear, farming is never just about this season's crop. It is about the next generation. Farmers think in decades, not quarters. They think about whether their children and grandchildren will have the opportunity to stay on the farm, grow the business, and continue a way of life that strengthens rural America. That mindset deserves more support. With average stock market growth and yearly maximum contributions, these children stand to have millions by retirement."
As part of this program, the company anticipates these contributions will help rural America and ultimately provide more options for new generations of farm families.
Abbott said the company created Pivot Pathways to reflect the values it sees every day in the farm communities it serves.
"At Pivot Bio, we are all about supporting our team members, farmers and rural communities. Strong farms create strong communities. When farm families thrive, local schools stay stronger, main streets stay alive, and rural communities remain places where families want to build their future," Abbott said. "We believe one of the most important investments we can make is helping ensure the next generation has the opportunity to lead, grow, and carry that legacy forward."
The initiative includes two distinct audiences:
For customers, Pivot Bio expects to provide $1,000-$5,000 in family grants to eligible active customers beginning with the 2027 growing season. The company is not able to donate directly to Trump Accounts based on current rules but will be working with customers in hopes the contribution will be used for a child affiliated with the farm operation. The focus is on helping support the next generation of farm families and future agricultural leaders.
For employees, Pivot Bio plans an annual contribution of up to $1,000 per child for eligible U.S.-based full-time team members with dependent children, with the aggregate annual contribution amount not to exceed the $2,500 IRS limit per employee. This program is in addition to its other benefits and programs, reinforcing its continued leadership in the ag industry as an admired place to work.
The program also reflects Pivot Bio's broader belief that American agriculture is one of the country's most important strategic assets, feeding, fueling, and clothing the world while serving as the foundation of thousands of local economies.
"If we want stronger agriculture tomorrow, we have to invest in the families building it today," Abbott added. "This is about more than accounts. It is about a belief in rural communities, and a belief that the future of American agriculture is worth investing in. With this program, we are proudly investing in thousands of kids every year."
"Trump Accounts are a transformative policy initiative that will help unlock the American Dream for millions of children. It is encouraging to see our nation's leading companies, including Pivot Bio, supporting this effort by offering contributions for their employees," said U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. "Thanks to President Trump's leadership, momentum continues to build as more companies and institutions participate, helping the next generation of Americans become shareholders in the world's most vibrant capital markets." -- June 30, 2026 Pivot Bio news release
Delta Airlines (Atlanta, Georgia) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Delta will match the $1,000 federal contribution to Trump Accounts for eligible children of employees.
"Delta people have made it clear they want to take advantage of every opportunity to build a solid financial foundation for themselves and their families," said E.V.P. and Chief People Officer Allison Ausband. "This match is the latest in our ongoing commitment to invest in our people and their financial wellbeing through profit sharing, base pay raises, our Emergency Savings Program and more." -- Sept. 2, 2026 Delta Airlines news release
American Airlines (Ft. Worth, Texas) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
American Airlines has joined the growing list of employers pledging to match contributions to Trump Accounts for their employees, the company said Monday in an announcement exclusively provided to CNBC.
The airline said it will match the federal $1,000 contribution with an additional one-time $1,000 contribution for their own employees' children.
About 1.4 million children who have been signed up for Trump Accounts qualify to receive the $1,000 seed money from Treasury, according to the latest published data. Thousands of children of American Airlines workers could also be eligible for the employer match, according to the carrier.
"At American Airlines, our purpose is to care for people on life's journey, and that includes helping our team members build a strong financial future for themselves and their families," CEO Robert Isom said in a written statement provided to CNBC. -- Aug. 31, 2026 CNBC exclusive
Edward Jones (St. Louis, Missouri) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Established under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the 530A account program, also known as "Trump Accounts," is designed to provide families with an early foundation for long-term saving and investing. To amplify this federal initiative, Edward Jones will provide a dollar-for-dollar match of the U.S. Treasury's $1,000 seed contribution for the newborn children of its eligible U.S. associates.
"Edward Jones is committed to supporting policies, programs and initiatives that enhance engagement for our colleagues, create experiences for our clients that meet their unique needs and build stronger communities," said Ken Cella, Principal, Head of External Affairs at Edward Jones. "This new benefit reflects our commitment to help more people make their first meaningful investment decisions as they plan for their future." -- May 11, 2026 Edward Jones news release
Altimeter Capital (Menlo Park, California) -- Contributions for every child of employees:
"Here's the key. This is not just about the largest companies in America. Take Altimeter, we have 36 employees at Altimeter. We have about 85 kids of those employees. And we are going to donate to every one of those kids' accounts. This is for every small business, every local restaurant, every landscaper, every contractor, every medium sized business and every large business. We make it really easy to add money to these accounts." -- July 6, 2026 CNBC Squawk Box interview with Brad Gerstner, Founder and CEO of Altimeter Capital
Alight (Deerfield, Illinois) -- Contributions for children of employees:
Alight works mostly with larger clients, like Siemens Industry Inc. and DirecTV, and at least a dozen of them have already indicated they will participate in Trump Accounts, mainly through a $1,000 match of government seed funding for eligible employees, Long said. Alight anticipates being able to facilitate the match by the start of 2027, he said, with capabilities for pre-tax employee contributions ready later next year. -- Aug. 27, 2026 Bloomberg Tax article
Strategy, Inc. (Tysons Corner, Virginia) -- $250 annual contribution for children of U.S. employees plus $1,000 to match the U.S. Treasury contribution in the child's birth year:
Strategy, Inc. today announced that it will contribute $250 each year to a Trump Account for every eligible child under 18 of its U.S. employees, regardless of the child's birth year. For children born on or after January 1, 2025, Strategy will also make a one-time $1,000 contribution matching the U.S. government's seed contribution in the child's birth year.
Phong Le, President and Chief Executive Officer of Strategy, said:
"Trump Accounts and the Invest America initiative can help build a stronger financial future for America's children. Strategy will match the government's initial $1,000 contribution and provide additional annual contributions for eligible employees' children. We are also impressed by the thoughtful technology making these accounts simple and accessible for families. These accounts can encourage financial education, long term thinking, and a culture of saving and investing from an early age. Those goals are closely aligned with Strategy's values and our optimism about the future."
Trump Accounts, also known as 530A accounts, are tax-deferred investment accounts for children under 18 invested in low-fee U.S. index funds. Children born between 2025 and 2028 receive a one-time $1,000 contribution from the U.S. Treasury upon enrollment. Employers are permitted to contribute on behalf of employees' children (subject to certain limits and requirements under the Internal Revenue Code), and Strategy's program layers on top of the federal seed and extends beyond it to all eligible children. -- August 5, 2026 Strategy, Inc. news release
SAP SE -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
"SAP SE today announced its intent to make a one-time $1,000 contribution to the Trump Account of each eligible child of a U.S.-based SAP employee. SAP's planned contribution is designed to complement the federal government's seed contribution, doubling the initial investment for eligible children of U.S.-based SAP employees and supporting families as they build toward long-term financial security.
Trump Accounts, also known as 530A Accounts, were established under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act as tax-advantaged investment accounts designed to encourage long-term savings and wealth creation for American children. Under the program, eligible U.S. citizen children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, will receive a one-time $1,000 federal seed contribution to establish an account.
"As the United States marks 250 years of independence, SAP recognizes the country's long tradition of innovation and opportunity and the role these values continue to play in shaping the future," said Christian Klein, chief executive officer of SAP SE. "With this investment in Trump Accounts, we are helping SAP America families build a foundation for financial confidence, long-term opportunity and a stronger future." -- July 3, 2026 SAP SE news release
The State of Colorado (Gov. Jared Polis) -- a Trump Account for each foster child in the state:
Today, Governor Jared Polis announced that Colorado will opt in to a new federal initiative allowing state child welfare agencies to open tax-advantaged savings and investment accounts for eligible children and youth in foster care. Colorado will work with the federal government, counties, and other partners to develop the best path to implement the accounts and help foster youth build assets for education, a first home, and a more financially secure future.
"Colorado should take advantage of every available dollar to help foster youth save for college, a first home, and a successful future. Every child deserves the freedom and opportunity to pursue their dreams, and these Fostering the Future accounts will give some of our highest needs young Coloradans an important head start toward financial independence," said Governor Polis.
In Colorado, approximately 3,700 Colorado children and youth are currently in out-of-home foster care. Colorado's participation will help ensure eligible foster youth have access to the same asset-building opportunities as children whose parents or guardians can already open accounts on their behalf.
The "Fostering the Future" initiative has received bipartisan commitments from governors across numerous states. The federal initiative allows state child welfare agencies to open and manage accounts for eligible children and youth in foster care, providing the same opportunity to build long-term savings that other children can receive through a parent or guardian. -- July 23, 2026 Gov. Jared Polis news release
Ed Freedman's Stable Road Foundation -- $250 contribution to Trump Accounts for Hawaii foster children ages 11 through 17:
"Our responsibility is to give every child the opportunity to succeed, especially those who depend on the state for care," said Governor Green. "By ensuring every eligible foster child has a funded investment account, we are giving these young people a stronger foundation as they enter adulthood. I'm deeply grateful to the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and Ed Freedman's Stable Road Foundation for helping make Hawaii the first state in the nation to achieve this."
"Every child in Hawaii deserves a chance to reach their fullest potential and no keiki should be left behind, regardless of their circumstances," said Ed Freedman, founder of the Stable Road Foundation. "The federal government and the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation are caring for our foster children through age 10 -- so we're stepping in to provide $250 in seed funding for the Trump Account of every foster child in Hawaii ages 11 to 17, the one group no one else was covering. We're proud to partner with Governor Green and Invest America to make Hawaii the first state in the country where every foster child, at every age, starts with a funded account -- and we're calling on leaders across the state and the nation to do the same." -- July 3, 2026 news release from Hawaii Office of the Governor
The State of Hawaii (Gov. Josh Green) -- a Trump Account for each foster child in the state + coordination with Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and Ed Freedman's Stable Road Foundation to make sure every account receives a deposit:
In Hawaii, all eligible foster children will now receive both an account and seed funding through a combination of federal and philanthropic support:
-The federal government provides a $1,000 seed contribution for children born between 2025 and 2028. The Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides $250 for foster children age 10 and under, born before 2025.
-Ed Freedman's Stable Road Foundation funds every eligible foster child ages 11 through 17 -- the one age group no one else is covering -- with a $250 contribution per child.
By bringing these efforts together, Hawaii becomes the first state in the nation to provide funded accounts for every eligible child in foster care, regardless of age.
"Our responsibility is to give every child the opportunity to succeed, especially those who depend on the state for care," said Governor Green. "By ensuring every eligible foster child has a funded investment account, we are giving these young people a stronger foundation as they enter adulthood. I'm deeply grateful to the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and Ed Freedman's Stable Road Foundation for helping make Hawaii the first state in the nation to achieve this."
"Every child in Hawaii deserves a chance to reach their fullest potential and no keiki should be left behind, regardless of their circumstances," said Ed Freedman, founder of the Stable Road Foundation. "The federal government and the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation are caring for our foster children through age 10 -- so we're stepping in to provide $250 in seed funding for the Trump Account of every foster child in Hawaii ages 11 to 17, the one group no one else was covering. We're proud to partner with Governor Green and Invest America to make Hawaii the first state in the country where every foster child, at every age, starts with a funded account -- and we're calling on leaders across the state and the nation to do the same."
Hawaii's commitment demonstrates how states and private philanthropy can work together to expand economic opportunity for children in foster care. By ensuring every eligible foster child has a funded account, the state is creating a financial foundation that can help support education, homeownership, entrepreneurship and other investments in adulthood.
Invest America Executive Director Matt Lira said, "Today's announcement by Governor Green and Ed Freedman's Stable Road Foundation is a watershed moment for foster children across Hawaii. One of the most important legacies we can leave the next generation is expanded hope and opportunity -- and a real stake in the upside of the American economy delivers both." -- July 3, 2026 news release from Hawaii Office of the Governor
State of Wyoming (Gov. Mark Gordon) -- a Trump Account for each foster child in the state:
Governor Mark Gordon (R-Wyo.) announced today a commitment to support First Lady Melania Trump's efforts to strengthen the futures of our foster children through her "Fostering the Future" campaign.
The campaign creates an important tool, Trump Accounts, that enables structured savings and asset protection for Wyoming's foster children. Yesterday, President Trump officially launched the website trumpaccounts.gov from the Oval Office.
"I have spent years advocating for financial literacy in our children and the need to understand how money works for them. Wyoming's foster children deserve nothing less," Governor Gordon said. "The First Lady's vision for the financial security of our foster youth reflects Wyoming's commitment to helping the young people in our foster care system build a strong future."
Governor Gordon is working closely with the Wyoming Department of Family Services (DFS), to ensure appropriate benefits received by Wyoming youth in foster care are placed in Trump Accounts. DFS is developing policies and systems that safeguard these accounts during changes in legal custody.
"Children and youth who have experienced foster care deserve every opportunity to thrive as they transition into adulthood. We support efforts that help strengthen their long-term stability and create opportunities for future success." said DFS Director Korin Schmidt. -- July 7, 2026 Governor Mark Gordon news release
SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell -- Donations of SpaceX stock to two million children:
My husband and I are honored and thrilled to participate in the Invest America program and gift a share of our SpaceX stock to a Trump Account for each of more than two million children across our great nation. Every American child under 18 can benefit from having a Trump Account, but our gift specifically goes to the Accounts of children (ages 11-17) that live in areas with lower average household incomes with a bit more emphasis for those that live near our central Texas home. We have been fortunate in our careers and hope this gift encourages the next generation to continue the journey of enabling humanity to live and fly amongst the stars. A huge thanks to all that worked to bring this incredible program to life. -- July 6, 2026, Gwynne Shotwell (President of SpaceX) on X.
Circle Internet Group, Inc. -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
As Circle builds the economic operating system for the future, we are also investing in the future of our employees' families by offering a $1,000 one-time seed contribution to Trump Accounts for newborn children of US-based Circle employees.
The commitment covers children born on or after January 1, 2025, and places Circle alongside JPMorgan Chase, BlackRock, Coinbase, Kraken, and a growing roster of financial institutions backing the program.
Trump Accounts give children a stake in the future of the economy. Established through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, every American child born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, is eligible to receive a $1,000 government contribution invested in a low-cost index fund -- money that grows until adulthood. Circle's contribution doubles that starting point for employees' newborns.
As one of the world's leading internet financial platform companies and the issuer of USDC through its regulated entities, Circle's participation reflects its broader mission to make the global financial system more open, fair, and accessible. -- July 2, 2026 Circle Internet Group, Inc. news release
Morgan Stanley (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs announced on Thursday they are matching $1,000 contributions to Trump accounts opened for their eligible employees' children.
The program is set to launch on July 4 and will contemplate children born in the U.S. from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2028.
In the memo, Morgan Stanley said its contribution "reflects our belief in the power of long-term saving and financial education". -- July 2, 2026 Reuters article excerpt
Goldman Sachs (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Goldman Sachs announced today that it will contribute to "Trump Accounts" for eligible children of its employees, joining a public-private initiative to instill the fundamental economic principles of savings and investing in America's next generation.
"Starting early and staying invested for the long term is one of the most reliable ways American families build lasting financial security," said David Solomon, Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs. "We have long been committed to the importance of savings and investment as a pathway to a more resilient financial future, and we're proud to continue our support of this partnership and invest in the future of America."
Trump Accounts are tax-deferred federal investment vehicles for children that will launch on July 4, following years of dialogues between elected officials and business leaders across industries. Those born between 2025 and 2028 will receive a one-time, $1,000 federal seed contribution upon enrollment, and Goldman Sachs will provide a matching $1,000 contribution to its U.S. employees with eligible children. -- July 2, 2026 Goldman Sachs news release
Franklin Templeton (San Mateo, California) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
At Franklin Templeton, we believe long-term financial security begins with access, education and the opportunity to start saving early. By matching the government's contribution to Trump Accounts for eligible children of our U.S. employees, we are helping families take an important first step toward building a financial foundation for the next generation" said Jenny Johnson, CEO of Franklin Templeton. -- July 1, 2026 press release on Business Wire
Micron Technology (Boise, Idaho) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees PLUS a "$250 seed deposit for children with Trump Accounts where Micron operates in Idaho, New York, Virginia, California, Colorado, Minnesota and Texas."
In honor of America's 250th anniversary, Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU) today announced a $250 million investment to increase long-term savings opportunities for children and families through Trump Accounts (also known as 530A Accounts).
As part of this initiative, the company is launching an employee matching benefit for contributions up to $1,000 per child under 18. Additionally, Micron will provide a community benefit of a one-time $250 seed deposit for children with Trump Accounts where Micron operates in Idaho, New York, Virginia, California, Colorado, Minnesota and Texas.
Micron's investment is the largest corporate commitment of its kind and is expected to support up to one million children. Most of the funding will benefit children and families in communities where Micron operates, expanding long-term financial opportunities for the next generation.
The program complements Micron's previously announced investment of over $200 billion in U.S. memory manufacturing and R&D, creating over 90,000 U.S. jobs. Together, these investments reflect Micron's sustained commitment to strengthening the nation's semiconductor ecosystem and the workforce that supports it.
"At Micron, we believe investing in people is as important as investing in technology," said Sanjay Mehrotra, Micron Chairman, President and CEO. "As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, this investment is about helping children build a strong foundation for future opportunity while supporting the workforce and communities that will shape U.S. semiconductor leadership. We appreciate President Trump and Secretary Bessent for establishing these accounts, which give Micron another meaningful way to support children and families as they plan for the future." -- June 30, 2026 Micron Technology news release
CrowdStrike (Austin, Texas) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
CrowdStrike today announced its participation in the Trump Accounts program, also known as Section 530A Accounts, for eligible children of its U.S. employees. These new dedicated child savings accounts are tax-deferred vehicles for children under 18, seeded with a $1,000 federal contribution for children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028.
Under its commitment, CrowdStrike will contribute $1,000 per family for employees with an eligible child under 18 years of age who opens a Trump Account by January 1, 2027. Eligible employees can make pretax contributions to their children's accounts through payroll deductions, up to the annual limit. The first $2,500 contributed by an employer each year is tax-free to the employee.
"At CrowdStrike, our mission has always been about protecting the future, and there's no better investment in the future than our children," said George Kurtz, CEO and founder, CrowdStrike. "We want to give the next generation an early stake in the American economy and a head start as they prepare to take on the innovation challenges ahead."
Created through the Working Families Tax Cuts, the Trump Accounts program is designed to help more Americans put money aside for future goals and milestones. This benefit builds on CrowdStrike's broader commitment to the financial security and well-being of its workforce, and reflects the company's continued investment in employees and their families as they plan for the future. -- June 24, 2026 CrowdStrike news release
American Securities Association (Washington, D.C.) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
The American Securities Association (ASA) today announced it will match the U.S. government's one-time $1,000 contribution to Trump Accounts for children of eligible employees, mirroring the pilot program created under President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Trump Accounts give the next generation of young Americans a vested interest in the American economy and the ability to benefit from free-market capitalism" said ASA President and CEO Chris Iacovella. "We applaud President Trump for helping more individuals and families build wealth, and we are proud to join America's leading businesses in offering contributions to Trump Accounts for the financial health of our employees and their families." -- April 29, 2026 American Securities Association news release
Novelis Inc. (Atlanta, Georgia) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Novelis Inc., a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider and the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, today announced it will match up to $1,000 for eligible employee contributions to the U.S. government's new children's savings account program, also known as "Trump Accounts."
"Supporting our employees extends beyond the workplace. It includes helping them plan for their families' futures," said Steve Fisher, president and chief executive officer of Novelis Inc. "Providing a corporate match is a great way to further invest in our employees and the next generation of Americans."
Trump Accounts provides a $1,000 contribution from the U.S. Treasury into a tax-advantaged account for eligible children born in the U.S. between 2025 and 2028. The program is designed to help build future financial security by encouraging saving and investing.
The new benefit builds on Novelis' longstanding charitable focus on strengthening future generations through education and workforce development programs.
Novelis joins dozens of other companies supporting the Trump Funds and is the first aluminum manufacturer to do so.
"Trump Accounts are a transformative policy initiative that will help unlock the American Dream for millions of children. It is encouraging to see our nation's leading companies, including Novelis, supporting this effort by offering matching contributions for their employees," said U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. "Thanks to President Trump's leadership, momentum continues to build as more companies and institutions participate, helping the next generation of Americans become shareholders in the world's most vibrant capital markets." -- May 15, 2026 Novelis news release
Nasdaq (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Nasdaq announced a new matching program that will provide an additional $1,000 to eligible newborn children of U.S.-based employees who open an account.
Nasdaq will match the $1,000 government contribution for eligible employees' children. Employees may also make additional contributions through payroll deductions.
"Helping people understand the value of investing early is core to our purpose," said Nasdaq Chair and CEO Adena Friedman. "By extending this benefit to our employees and their families, we're reinforcing the idea that early investing can help open doors and create opportunity over time." -- April 2026 Nasdaq news release
IntraFi (Arlington, Virginia) -- $2,500 contribution for children of employees:
IntraFi, a leading fintech that provides funding and liquidity management services to banks nationwide, announced that it will provide up to $2,500 to help fund "Trump Accounts" for newborn children of eligible employees.
Under the program, the U.S. government will make a one-time $1,000 contribution for eligible newborns who meet the program criteria. IntraFi will match that $1,000 contribution and provide up to an additional $1,500 in matching funds for employees who contribute to their newborns' accounts.
"IntraFi is committed to supporting our employees and their families at life's most important moments," said IntraFi Co-founder and CEO Mark Jacobsen. -- April 10, 2026 IntraFi press release
S&P Global (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) today announced it will match the U.S. government's $1,000 contributions to newly established Section 530A child savings accounts, commonly known as "Trump Accounts," for employees' eligible children born January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2028.
The accounts, established under the Working Family Tax Cut initiative, are intended to help families build wealth over time through tax-advantaged savings and investment opportunities. S&P Global's matching program underscores the company's commitment to supporting employees' financial wellness and helping build long-term economic security for the next generation.
The company has consistently invested in programs that support employees' financial security and work-life balance. -- April 7, 2026 S&P news release
Vanguard (Malvern, Pennsylvania) -- $1,500 contribution to employee Trump Accounts, plus a philanthropic match for families in neighborhoods near Vanguard offices, plus financial coaching programs for families with Trump Accounts:
Vanguard today unveiled several initiatives to support investor use of Trump Accounts: an employer contribution program; several philanthropic initiatives - including a contribution match for children in communities surrounding Vanguard's U.S. office locations; and comprehensive educational resources to help investors maximize these accounts alongside other child savings accounts.
Employer contribution: Vanguard will expand its well-being and lifestyle program to offer crew the choice to direct their $1,500 as an employer contribution to an eligible Trump Account. This contribution is consistent with Vanguard's commitment as an employer to offer personalized benefits that support our crew members at every life stage.
Leading through philanthropy: Building upon Vanguard's philanthropic focus on financial well-being, we are committed to expanding access to early childhood wealth building opportunities that create pathways to long-term economic mobility and promote financial literacy. We're focused on raising awareness of and enrollment in Trump Accounts among eligible families by:
Providing financial support to nonprofit organizations working to increase participation in underserved communities.
Offering a philanthropic match for families with eligible children in select neighborhoods near Vanguard offices.
Supporting evidence-based financial coaching programs for families with children who have Trump Accounts.
Educating investors: Vanguard recently published detailed guidance on the unique benefits of Trump Accounts for individuals and families, as well as practical advice on how to make the most of them alongside other child savings options. -- April 6, 2026 Vanguard news release
Galaxy Digital, Inc. (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Galaxy today announced it will match the U.S. government's one-time $1,000 contribution to eligible newborn children of Galaxy's U.S. employees, providing an additional $1,000 per eligible child through the Trump Accounts program.
The children's savings account program, known as "Trump Accounts," was signed into law by President Trump and provides a $1,000 pilot contribution from the U.S. Treasury into a tax-advantaged account for eligible children born in the U.S. between 2025 and 2028. The program is designed to help build long-term financial security for millions of children by encouraging saving and investing from birth and will officially launch on July 4, 2026.
"At Galaxy, we believe every child born in America should have a seat at the table of U.S. capital markets," Mike Novogratz, CEO and Founder of Galaxy. "By matching the government's contribution to Trump Accounts, we're turning that belief into action, putting capital to work from day one and giving the next generation a genuine stake in America's financial future. That's not just good policy. That's progress."
Galaxy's commitment reflects its broader mission to democratize access to financial markets and digital assets. The firm believes that building wealth is not a privilege reserved for the few, but a right that begins at birth. Galaxy's decision to participate in the Trump Accounts matching program underscores its ongoing commitment to employee well-being and the long-term prosperity of the communities it serves. -- March 25, 2026 Galaxy news release
Invesco (Atlanta, Georgia) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Invesco Ltd., a leading global asset management firm, has announced its support of the U.S. government's new tax-advantaged child savings Section 530A Accounts, also known as Trump Accounts.
Invesco said it will match the government's $1,000 contribution to eligible newborns of its eligible U.S. employees. The firm also intends to contribute to the accounts of other eligible children of its eligible U.S. employees.
"Helping people invest for a better future is central to Invesco's purpose, and enabling the financial wellness of our employees and their families is vital to achieving that," said Andrew R. Schlossberg, president and chief executive officer of Invesco. "These accounts represent an important opportunity to encourage long term saving and investment habits from an early age, while expanding access to capital markets for the next generation." -- March 16, 2026 Invesco Ltd. press release
The Heritage Foundation (Washington, D.C.) -- $2,500 contribution for children of employees:
The Heritage Foundation today announced a new commitment to match employee contributions to Trump Accounts for newborns, ensuring Heritage employees' children begin life with a strong foundation for long-term financial security. Under the initiative, Heritage will match employee contributions up to $2,500 per child.
Heritage President Dr. Kevin Roberts announced the commitment to staff, stating:
"Heritage is putting its values into action by investing directly in the next generation. We are proud to announce that we will invest in Trump Accounts for our employees and their children, committing to match employee contributions up to $2,500 per child. This initiative reflects our belief that financial security should begin at birth--not years down the road."
Starting with a one-time contribution, Heritage will contribute to Trump Accounts for employees who have children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, offering a match of up to $2,500 per child. This initiative reflects Heritage's strong belief in thriving families and its ongoing commitment to supporting employees as they invest in their children's futures from day one. The program also aligns with Heritage's broader focus on promoting financial wellness and literacy, and will be well-positioned as part of Heritage's family-forward benefits strategy. -- January 30, 2026 Heritage Foundation statement
Replit (Foster City, California) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Replit will match the $1,000 contribution from the USTreasury into TrumpAccounts for the children of Replit employees.
We have many families at Replit, and we believe no one should have to choose between growing a family and doing meaningful work. Programs like this align long-term security with long-term ambition.
A core part of our mission is empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs. When people have savings and long-term compounding working for them, they're more willing to take risks and build. - February 12, 2026 statement from Replit CEO Amjad Masad
Steak 'n Shake (Indianapolis, Indiana) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Steak n Shake pledges to support our employees' children with a $1,000 match to Trump Accounts for every child born between 2025 and 2028.
By funding tax-advantaged investment accounts for our employees' children, we are ensuring that the next generation of Americans participate from birth in our free-market, wealth-building economy.
-Steak n Shake has benefited from our country's prosperity, and we are committed to giving back to our communities and our country. -- January 28, 2026 Steak 'n Shake social media post
Nvidia (Santa Clara, California) -- Contributions for children of U.S. employees:
"NVIDIA will proudly support this bold initiative by contributing to the accounts of our employees' children," said the company's CEO, Jensen Huang, said in a statement provided by the White House. -- June 9, 2025 Bloomberg News article
Chipotle (Newport Beach, California) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
A Chipotle spokesperson confirmed to Business Insider that the fast casual chain would be matching the government's contribution to employees' Trump Accounts.
"This initiative aligns closely with our purpose driven culture and our dedication to supporting the whole employee--at work, at home, and into the future," the spokesperson said. "We are proud to join companies across the country in backing this program and helping jumpstart the financial futures of our employees' children." -- February 14, 2026 Business Insider article
UBER (San Francisco, California) -- Contributions for children of U.S. employees:
A spokesman for Uber confirmed to Business Insider that the ride-share company will be contributing to its employees' Trump Accounts.
"Uber is looking forward to participating in this program and building on the government's contribution for our employees," the spokesman said. -- February 14, 2026 Business Insider article
Visa (San Francisco, California) -- Contributions for children of U.S. employees:
Visa is proud to offer the new 530A Trump Accounts to create a stronger, more secure financial future for children. We plan to include these accounts in our benefits package for U.S. employees when they become available. -- December 17, 2025 Visa social media post
ANONYMOUS DONOR (San Francisco, California) - As announced by the mayor, an anonymous donor has made a $3.5 million donation so that every baby born in San Francisco in 2026 will get $500 in their Trump account:
An anonymous donor has pledged $3.5 million to help San Francisco families take advantage of President Donald Trump's new investment accounts for U.S. children.
Mayor Daniel Lurie announced the donation Friday morning, offering few details about who was behind the money other than saying it was in honor of the Super Bowl happening Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara. Super Bowl-related events have also been held in San Francisco this week.
Under the "Trump accounts," which were authorized by the president's tax and spending bill Congress passed last year, the federal government will provide $1,000 into tax-advantaged savings accounts for any baby born between Jan. 1 last year and the end of 2028. Families can contribute up to $5,000 per year. Similar to retirement savings, the funds are invested in the stock market and become available when the account holder turns 18.
Lurie said the $3.5 million anonymous donation is expected to amount to about $500 per eligible child born in the city this year. It's not the first private gift to boost the Trump accounts: Michael Dell, the CEO of Dell Technologies, and his wife, Susan, committed $6.25 billion last year to augment the federal government's contribution for children from low- and middle-income families. - February 7, 2026 San Francisco Chronicle article
Citi (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
Citi sent an internal message, which was reviewed by FOX Business, that notified employees that the company will contribute $1,000 to the Trump Accounts of children born to Citi's U.S. workers from 2025 to 2028, the period in which the federal government will contribute the same amount to the tax-advantaged savings accounts.
"We are pleased to share that Citi will match the U.S. government's $1,000 seed contribution to the accounts for children of eligible U.S. colleagues born between Jan. 1, 2025, and Dec. 31, 2028. This new benefit adds to the comprehensive suite of benefits that Citi provides to colleagues and their families," the company explained.
"These accounts are intended to promote long-term savings from a young age and provide children with investment assets that will grow over time," Citi explained. "We're excited to play an active role in supporting the financial well-being of families across the U.S." -- February 5, 2026 Fox Business Network article
Fox Corporation (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
Fox Corporation today announced that it will match the U.S. government's one-time $1,000 contribution to the "Trump Accounts" children's retirement savings account program for eligible U.S. employees, underscoring the Company's continued support for the financial well-being of employees and their families.
Scheduled to launch in July of this year, "Trump Accounts" are tax-advantaged investment accounts for American children designed to jumpstart their financial future. Through this pilot program, a contribution of $1,000 from the U.S. Treasury will be made into a specified account for every child born in the U.S. between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028.
"This contribution match will help our employees provide a strong financial foundation for their children as they learn to save, invest and grow a healthy financial future," said Lachlan Murdoch, Executive Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Fox Corporation. -- February 19, 2026 Fox Corporation news release
News Corporation (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
News Corporation announced today that it will match the U.S. government's one-time $1,000 contribution to the Section 530A accounts ("Trump Accounts") designed to "jumpstart the American Dream" for children across the country.
Starting in July, eligible U.S. employees will have the opportunity to participate in the pilot program to receive a seed contribution of $1,000 from the U.S. Treasury into a specified account for every child born in the U.S. between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028. News Corp will make a one-time $1,000 supplemental contribution to these tax-advantaged investment accounts for employees who participate in the program.
"The company's matching contribution to our employees' children is intended to fortify their finances at a crucial moment in their development," said Robert Thomson, Chief Executive of News Corp. -- February 19, 2026 News Corporation news release
Kraken (Cheyenne, Wyoming) -- Contributions to Trump Accounts for every child born in Wyoming in 2026:
We're excited to announce we will sponsor Trump Accounts for every child born in Wyoming in 2026 by making a financial contribution to each account, helping families start building long-term savings and capital formation from birth.
This commitment reflects our belief that the United States should continue modernizing financial services by expanding access, strengthening participation, and giving more Americans a simple pathway to benefit from long-term compounding.
Kraken Co-CEO Arjun Sethi: "This is not a gift. It is an investment in Wyoming's future. We chose Wyoming as our global headquarters because it leads the country in thoughtful crypto innovation and regulation. When a state creates the right environment for builders, it deserves long term commitment in return."
"By seeding accounts for every newborn in 2026, we are backing families from day one and reinforcing Wyoming's role as America's home for responsible crypto leadership." -- February 16, 2026 Kraken news release
Acorns (Irvine, California) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Acorns, the financial wellness company that has long advocated for starting investing early, today announced a new employee benefit to match the U.S. government's $1,000 seed contribution for eligible children of Acorns employees.
This federal initiative, known as "Trump Accounts," establishes a $1,000 investment from the U.S. Treasury for eligible children born between 2025 and 2028. By matching this contribution, families of Acorns employees will receive a total of $2,000 to help their child benefit from the power of compounding as early as possible. The benefit reflects Acorns' core belief that financial wellness is built early, and that time--not timing--is the most powerful force in investing.
This benefit builds on a principle Acorns has not only championed--but put into practice at scale for years through Acorns Early, its smart money app, investing product, and debit card designed to help families raise money-smart kids. Through Acorns Early, families can invest for their children with built-in financial education and a 1% match on kids' investment contributions up to $7,000, reinforcing positive money habits from the start. Since inception, Acorns Early has helped more than 1.2 million families in the U.S. invest in their children's futures, underscoring the idea that financial confidence and wealth are built gradually, starting early.
"When it comes to financial wellness, time is the biggest advantage you can give a child. Starting at birth means even small investments have decades to grow. That's the kind of head start we believe every child deserves - and it's what we've been focused on from a product, financial education and customer experience standpoint for years," said Noah Kerner, CEO and Chairman of Acorns. -- February 4, 2026 Acorns company statement
State Street (Boston, Massachusetts) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
State Street Corporation today announced a new program to match U.S. Treasury contributions to the children's savings accounts established under the Working Family Tax Cuts initiative.
The initiative, designed to promote long-term savings and investment for children under 18 years old, will be administered by the U.S. Treasury and is set to launch on July 4, 2026, in conjunction with the 250th anniversary of the United States' Declaration of Independence. State Street will match the $1,000 contribution from the U.S. Treasury for the accounts of eligible children of active employees, doubling the initial investment and creating greater growth opportunities for every child.
"State Street believes in the power of investing and the importance of helping families build a secure financial future for their children," said Ron O'Hanley, chairman and chief executive officer at State Street. "By matching the U.S. Treasury's contribution, we are giving the next generation a head start on saving and a stake in the American economy to harness the wealth-generation power of investing and plan for long-term financial health." -- December 18, 2025 State Street company statement
Dell Technologies (Round Rock, Texas) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees (separate from, and in addition to, the Michael and Susan Dell philanthropic gift):
Dell Technologies proudly supports Invest America and the opportunities it creates for future generations.
In June, we signed the Invest America Business Pledge, committing to match the U.S. Treasury's $1,000 automatic seed deposit for every child born to U.S.-based team members between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028.
The $6.25B philanthropic gift from Michael and Susan Dell is separate from, and in addition to, our corporate commitment. Together, these contributions offer children a simple, meaningful way to start saving from day one--helping ensure more children grow up with the resources they need to dream big and build strong futures.
By joining this pledge, Dell stands alongside a growing number of employers making early savings a shared priority and a lasting advantage for generations to come.
Empower (Greenwood Village, Colorado) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
Empower, a leading workplace solutions and wealth management provider, today announced a new benefit to help associates' families take an early step toward long-term financial security. The company will provide a $1,000 benefit to match the Treasury Department's contribution for every Empower associate whose children qualify for a deposit under the recently established Trump Accounts program.
Trump Accounts were created to encourage early participation in investing by providing eligible children with an initial account deposit, giving families a starting point for long-term savings and growth. Designed to introduce investing at an early age, the accounts reflect a broader effort to expand access to the financial system and promote lifelong financial engagement.
Empower's new benefit builds on that foundation and aligns with the company's long-standing focus on financial wellness, inclusion, and the value of compounding over time.
"Starting early matters," said Edmund F. Murphy III, President and CEO of Empower. "When investing begins at an early age, time and compounding can be advantageous to
every investor. This benefit helps families take that first step and reinforces the idea that investing should be accessible to everyone."
Research consistently shows that even modest early investments can have a meaningful impact over decades. By supporting eligible families at the beginning of their children's investing journey, Empower aims to help foster financial confidence and long-term thinking across generations.
"This is a benefit designed with real life in mind," said Suzanne Sanchez, Chief Human Resources Officer at Empower. "By supporting associates' families and encouraging early investing, we're reinforcing our commitment to financial well-being -- not just for today, but for the future." -- February 2, 2026 Empower news release
CTIA -- the wireless industry association (Washington, D.C.) -- Contributions to children of employees:
CTIA, the wireless industry association, today announced it will support the U.S. government's Trump Accounts program by making its own contributions for eligible children of its employees.
"We are proud to be at the vanguard of participation in the Trump Account program," said Ajit Pai, CTIA President and CEO. "Programs like these are critical to helping young Americans develop financial literacy and build long-term economic opportunity - things all of us can and should work together to support. CTIA shares the Administration's commitment to families and workforce development, and we are deeply invested in ensuring that America remains the best place in the world to live, work, and innovate." -- January 30, 2026 CTIA press release
IBM (Armonk, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for U.S. employees plus additional $1,000 when parents make $4,000 or more in contributions within 24 months of a child's birth:
A spokesperson for IBM confirmed to Business Insider that the company will contribute to employees' Trump Accounts.
The company isn't just matching the $1,000 contribution.
It's also pledging to contribute an additional $1,000 when parents invest $4,000 within 24 months of their child's birth or by July 2026, whichever comes later. -- February 14, 2026 Business Insider article
JPMorgan Chase & Co. (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
JPMorganChase today announced it will match the U.S. government's one-time $1,000 contribution to children of eligible U.S. employees, providing an additional $1,000 per eligible child.
The children's retirement savings account program, known as "Trump Accounts," provides a $1,000 pilot contribution from the U.S. Treasury into a tax-advantaged account for eligible children born in the U.S. between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2028. The program is designed to help build long-term financial security for millions of children by encouraging saving and investing from day one.
"JPMorganChase has demonstrated a long-term commitment to the financial health and well-being of all of our employees and their families around the world, including more than 190,000 here in the United States," said Jamie Dimon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorganChase. "By matching this contribution, we're making it easier for them to start saving early, invest wisely, and plan for their family's financial future."
JPMorganChase believes that strong financial health is essential for building resilient families and communities. -- January 28, 2026 JPMorgan Chase news release
Robinhood Markets, Inc. (Menlo Park, California) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
Robinhood will match the $1,000 contribution from USTreasury into Trump Accounts for eligible children of Robinhood employees. Our mission is to democratize finance for all and we're honored to help extend that mission to the next generation through this initiative. -- December 19, 2025 Robinhood social media post
Continental Resources (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) -- Contributions to children of employees:
Continental Resources, an Oklahoma-based petroleum and natural gas company, plans to contribute to employees' Trump Accounts.
"At my company, Continental Resources, we want to lead by example," Founder and Chairman Harold Hamm said in a video message at the "Trump Accounts" summit in February.
"We encourage other companies to join us in working alongside the government to implement similar programs."
"We plan to do this in every state in which we operate, doing our part to give back and further build upon this program and leave a lasting legacy for the next generation," Hamm added. -- February 14, 2026 Business Insider article
Chime Financial Inc. (San Francisco, California) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
Chime Financial Inc. will match the US government's contributions to investment accounts for children of the financial-technology company's eligible employees.
The government has pledged to seed so-called "Trump Accounts" with $1,000 for children, starting next year. Under the initiative, any parent can open an account for their child and contribute up to $5,000 annually. Employers can pitch in $2,500 a year without affecting a worker's taxable income.
"The launch of Trump Accounts aligns with our mission to unlock financial progress for everyday Americans by teaching financial health and education from a young age," Chief Executive Officer and founder Chris Britt said in a Wednesday statement.
San Francisco-based Chime prioritizes catering to Main Street consumers, specifically targeting customers who earn less than $100,000 a year with bank-like services. -- December 17, 2025 Bloomberg News article
SoFi Technologies, Inc. (San Francisco, California) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
Under this new benefit, SoFi will match the federal government's new $1,000 seed contribution by providing an additional $1,000 investment for eligible children of SoFi employees who qualify for the newly established tax-advantaged children's investment accounts.
The federal program, known as "Trump Accounts," provides a $1,000 pilot contribution from the U.S. Treasury into a tax-advantaged account for eligible children born between 2025 and 2028.
"When it comes to helping people get their money right, few things matter more than investing early, and nothing is earlier than day one," said Anthony Noto, CEO of SoFi. "Opening the door for more Americans to invest early will unlock decades of compound growth and transform financial outcomes over a lifetime. It is one of the most powerful steps we can take as a country, and SoFi was built to deliver secure, low-cost accounts at scale. We have the infrastructure needed to reach every child in America and we're ready to offer this at no cost to the taxpayer. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to strengthen the financial lives of millions of Americans." -- January 14, 2026 SoFi news release
The Charles Schwab Corporation (Westlake, Texas) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
The Charles Schwab Corporation (Schwab) today announced it will match the U.S. government's one-time $1,000 contribution to eligible newborn children of Schwab's U.S. employees, providing an additional $1,000 per eligible child.
The children's saving account program, known as "Trump Accounts," was signed into law by President Trump and provides a $1,000 pilot contribution from the U.S. Treasury into a tax-advantaged account for eligible children born in the U.S. between 2025 and 2028. The program is designed to help build the long-term financial security for millions of children by encouraging saving and investing from day one.
"For more than half a century, Schwab has stood for increasing access, lowering costs, and empowering millions of families to achieve their financial dreams and goals," said Rick Wurster, Chief Executive Officer of Charles Schwab. "By matching the government's contribution for our employees' children, we're honoring that commitment - helping more families take an early, confident step toward building long-term financial security. We will continue to work with this administration, future administrations, and Congress to do all we can to support getting more Americans invested."
Schwab's contribution reflects its longstanding mission to champion clients' financial goals with integrity and to promote financial literacy and participation in the markets. A key element of getting invested at a young age is increasing financial literacy and providing greater access to educational resources on the fundamentals of saving and investing. Through programs like Moneywise America and partnerships with schools and nonprofits, Schwab is committed to providing trusted financial education to empower the next generation to achieve their financial goals. -- December 23, 2025 Charles Schwab news release
Investment Company Institute (Washington, D.C.) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
Investment Company Institute (ICI) President and CEO Eric J. Pan announced today that ICI will offer its employees a $1,000 matching contribution to the newly-established Trump Accounts to mirror the federal investment program set up in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
"ICI is proud to support, not only in words but in action, too, the implementation of Trump Accounts to ensure our newest generation of Americans experience and enjoy the benefits of fund investing, setting them up for success later in life. We are grateful that Congress and the Administration are leading the way to support American families and encouraging long-term investing by all Americans." -- January 14, 2026 ICI news release
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List of 100 Entities Providing Contributions to Trump Accounts for Kids
John Kartch and Rachel Loren 09/14/2026
Americans for Tax Reform's tracker of Trump Accounts announcements has reached 100.
As documented below at least 100 companies, foundations, individuals and states have announced contributions to the accounts or in the case of foster children, establishment of the accounts.
Trump Accounts for kids were enacted as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, also known as the Working Families Tax Cut. ... Show Full Article WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Americans for Tax Reform issued the following commentary: * * * List of 100 Entities Providing Contributions to Trump Accounts for Kids John Kartch and Rachel Loren 09/14/2026 Americans for Tax Reform's tracker of Trump Accounts announcements has reached 100. As documented below at least 100 companies, foundations, individuals and states have announced contributions to the accounts or in the case of foster children, establishment of the accounts. Trump Accounts for kids were enacted as part of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, also known as the Working Families Tax Cut.Senator Ted Cruz (R - Texas) led the Trump Accounts effort in congress.
The accounts went live on July 5, 2026. The official website for the program is TrumpAccounts.gov.
Americans for Tax Reform will update the list below on a rolling basis. If you know of an announcement not listed below, please send to ideas@atr.org
The list of the 100 entities is below, followed by the documentation for each:
Acorns
Alight
Altimeter Capital
American Airlines
American Securities Association
Anand Legacy Foundation
Bank of America
Bank of New York Mellon
BlackRock
Block, Inc.
Broadcom
Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck
Center for a Free Economy
Charles Schwab Corporation
Charter Communications
Chime Financial Inc.
Chipotle
Circle Internet Group, Inc.
Citi
Coinbase
Comcast
Continental Resources
CrowdStrike
CTIA
Dalio Philanthropies - Ray and Barbara Dalio
Dell Technologies
Delta Airlines
Ed Freedman's Stable Road Foundation
Edward Jones
Empower
Fox Corporation
Franklin Templeton
Galaxy Digital Inc.
Goldman Sachs
Harold Hamm
Heritage Foundation
IBM
iHeartMedia
Intel
IntraFi
Invesco
Invest America -- Brad Gerstner (Trump Accounts inventor)
Investment Company Institute
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Kraken
Mastercard
Michael and Susan Dell Foundation
Micron Technology
Morgan Stanley
Nasdaq
News Corporation
Nicki Minaj
Novelis
Nvidia
Pivot Bio
Replit
Robinhood Markets, Inc.
Russell Investment Group, LLC
SAP SE
S & P Global
Silver Lake Technology Management, LLC
SoFi Technologies, Inc.
SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell
Steak 'n Shake
State Street
Strategy, Inc.
Turning Point USA
UBER
Vanguard
Visa
Wells Fargo
WP Engine
ANONYMOUS DONOR, SAN FRANCISCO
State of Alabama
State of Arkansas
State of California
State of Colorado
State of Florida
State of Georgia
State of Hawaii
State of Idaho
State of Indiana
State of Iowa
State of Louisiana
State of Mississippi
State of Missouri
State of Montana
State of Nebraska
State of Nevada
State of New Hampshire
State of North Dakota
State of Ohio
State of Oklahoma
State of South Carolina
State of South Dakota
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
State of Utah
State of West Virginia
State of Wyoming
Documentation for the 100 entities is below:
Pivot Bio (Minnetonka, Minnesota) -- $1,000 - $5,000 contributions in the form of family grants to eligible active customers + $1,000 contributions for children of employees:
Pivot Bio, one of the world's leading agtech companies, today announced the launch of Pivot Pathways: A Generation Grant, a new initiative designed to invest in the next generation of farm families, strengthen rural communities, and help preserve the multi-generational legacy of American agriculture.
The program will provide contributions to eligible customers and team members with dependent children, helping families create stronger financial pathways for the future through newly established Trump Accounts.
For Chris Abbott, chief executive officer of Pivot Bio, the initiative reflects something deeper than a financial contribution, it is a recognition that agriculture has always been built on legacy, stewardship, and the hope that every generation leaves the land, the business, and the community stronger than they found it.
"We committed early on to participate in this program for our team members," Abbott said. "Additionally, after spending time with farmers across this country, one thing becomes incredibly clear, farming is never just about this season's crop. It is about the next generation. Farmers think in decades, not quarters. They think about whether their children and grandchildren will have the opportunity to stay on the farm, grow the business, and continue a way of life that strengthens rural America. That mindset deserves more support. With average stock market growth and yearly maximum contributions, these children stand to have millions by retirement."
As part of this program, the company anticipates these contributions will help rural America and ultimately provide more options for new generations of farm families.
Abbott said the company created Pivot Pathways to reflect the values it sees every day in the farm communities it serves.
"At Pivot Bio, we are all about supporting our team members, farmers and rural communities. Strong farms create strong communities. When farm families thrive, local schools stay stronger, main streets stay alive, and rural communities remain places where families want to build their future," Abbott said. "We believe one of the most important investments we can make is helping ensure the next generation has the opportunity to lead, grow, and carry that legacy forward."
The initiative includes two distinct audiences:
For customers, Pivot Bio expects to provide $1,000-$5,000 in family grants to eligible active customers beginning with the 2027 growing season. The company is not able to donate directly to Trump Accounts based on current rules but will be working with customers in hopes the contribution will be used for a child affiliated with the farm operation. The focus is on helping support the next generation of farm families and future agricultural leaders.
For employees, Pivot Bio plans an annual contribution of up to $1,000 per child for eligible U.S.-based full-time team members with dependent children, with the aggregate annual contribution amount not to exceed the $2,500 IRS limit per employee. This program is in addition to its other benefits and programs, reinforcing its continued leadership in the ag industry as an admired place to work.
The program also reflects Pivot Bio's broader belief that American agriculture is one of the country's most important strategic assets, feeding, fueling, and clothing the world while serving as the foundation of thousands of local economies.
"If we want stronger agriculture tomorrow, we have to invest in the families building it today," Abbott added. "This is about more than accounts. It is about a belief in rural communities, and a belief that the future of American agriculture is worth investing in. With this program, we are proudly investing in thousands of kids every year."
"Trump Accounts are a transformative policy initiative that will help unlock the American Dream for millions of children. It is encouraging to see our nation's leading companies, including Pivot Bio, supporting this effort by offering contributions for their employees," said U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. "Thanks to President Trump's leadership, momentum continues to build as more companies and institutions participate, helping the next generation of Americans become shareholders in the world's most vibrant capital markets." -- June 30, 2026 Pivot Bio news release
Delta Airlines (Atlanta, Georgia) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Delta will match the $1,000 federal contribution to Trump Accounts for eligible children of employees.
"Delta people have made it clear they want to take advantage of every opportunity to build a solid financial foundation for themselves and their families," said E.V.P. and Chief People Officer Allison Ausband. "This match is the latest in our ongoing commitment to invest in our people and their financial wellbeing through profit sharing, base pay raises, our Emergency Savings Program and more." -- Sept. 2, 2026 Delta Airlines news release
American Airlines (Ft. Worth, Texas) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
American Airlines has joined the growing list of employers pledging to match contributions to Trump Accounts for their employees, the company said Monday in an announcement exclusively provided to CNBC.
The airline said it will match the federal $1,000 contribution with an additional one-time $1,000 contribution for their own employees' children.
About 1.4 million children who have been signed up for Trump Accounts qualify to receive the $1,000 seed money from Treasury, according to the latest published data. Thousands of children of American Airlines workers could also be eligible for the employer match, according to the carrier.
"At American Airlines, our purpose is to care for people on life's journey, and that includes helping our team members build a strong financial future for themselves and their families," CEO Robert Isom said in a written statement provided to CNBC. -- Aug. 31, 2026 CNBC exclusive
Edward Jones (St. Louis, Missouri) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Established under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the 530A account program, also known as "Trump Accounts," is designed to provide families with an early foundation for long-term saving and investing. To amplify this federal initiative, Edward Jones will provide a dollar-for-dollar match of the U.S. Treasury's $1,000 seed contribution for the newborn children of its eligible U.S. associates.
"Edward Jones is committed to supporting policies, programs and initiatives that enhance engagement for our colleagues, create experiences for our clients that meet their unique needs and build stronger communities," said Ken Cella, Principal, Head of External Affairs at Edward Jones. "This new benefit reflects our commitment to help more people make their first meaningful investment decisions as they plan for their future." -- May 11, 2026 Edward Jones news release
Altimeter Capital (Menlo Park, California) -- Contributions for every child of employees:
"Here's the key. This is not just about the largest companies in America. Take Altimeter, we have 36 employees at Altimeter. We have about 85 kids of those employees. And we are going to donate to every one of those kids' accounts. This is for every small business, every local restaurant, every landscaper, every contractor, every medium sized business and every large business. We make it really easy to add money to these accounts." -- July 6, 2026 CNBC Squawk Box interview with Brad Gerstner, Founder and CEO of Altimeter Capital
Alight (Deerfield, Illinois) -- Contributions for children of employees:
Alight works mostly with larger clients, like Siemens Industry Inc. and DirecTV, and at least a dozen of them have already indicated they will participate in Trump Accounts, mainly through a $1,000 match of government seed funding for eligible employees, Long said. Alight anticipates being able to facilitate the match by the start of 2027, he said, with capabilities for pre-tax employee contributions ready later next year. -- Aug. 27, 2026 Bloomberg Tax article
Strategy, Inc. (Tysons Corner, Virginia) -- $250 annual contribution for children of U.S. employees plus $1,000 to match the U.S. Treasury contribution in the child's birth year:
Strategy, Inc. today announced that it will contribute $250 each year to a Trump Account for every eligible child under 18 of its U.S. employees, regardless of the child's birth year. For children born on or after January 1, 2025, Strategy will also make a one-time $1,000 contribution matching the U.S. government's seed contribution in the child's birth year.
Phong Le, President and Chief Executive Officer of Strategy, said:
"Trump Accounts and the Invest America initiative can help build a stronger financial future for America's children. Strategy will match the government's initial $1,000 contribution and provide additional annual contributions for eligible employees' children. We are also impressed by the thoughtful technology making these accounts simple and accessible for families. These accounts can encourage financial education, long term thinking, and a culture of saving and investing from an early age. Those goals are closely aligned with Strategy's values and our optimism about the future."
Trump Accounts, also known as 530A accounts, are tax-deferred investment accounts for children under 18 invested in low-fee U.S. index funds. Children born between 2025 and 2028 receive a one-time $1,000 contribution from the U.S. Treasury upon enrollment. Employers are permitted to contribute on behalf of employees' children (subject to certain limits and requirements under the Internal Revenue Code), and Strategy's program layers on top of the federal seed and extends beyond it to all eligible children. -- August 5, 2026 Strategy, Inc. news release
SAP SE -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
"SAP SE today announced its intent to make a one-time $1,000 contribution to the Trump Account of each eligible child of a U.S.-based SAP employee. SAP's planned contribution is designed to complement the federal government's seed contribution, doubling the initial investment for eligible children of U.S.-based SAP employees and supporting families as they build toward long-term financial security.
Trump Accounts, also known as 530A Accounts, were established under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act as tax-advantaged investment accounts designed to encourage long-term savings and wealth creation for American children. Under the program, eligible U.S. citizen children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, will receive a one-time $1,000 federal seed contribution to establish an account.
"As the United States marks 250 years of independence, SAP recognizes the country's long tradition of innovation and opportunity and the role these values continue to play in shaping the future," said Christian Klein, chief executive officer of SAP SE. "With this investment in Trump Accounts, we are helping SAP America families build a foundation for financial confidence, long-term opportunity and a stronger future." -- July 3, 2026 SAP SE news release
The State of Colorado (Gov. Jared Polis) -- a Trump Account for each foster child in the state:
Today, Governor Jared Polis announced that Colorado will opt in to a new federal initiative allowing state child welfare agencies to open tax-advantaged savings and investment accounts for eligible children and youth in foster care. Colorado will work with the federal government, counties, and other partners to develop the best path to implement the accounts and help foster youth build assets for education, a first home, and a more financially secure future.
"Colorado should take advantage of every available dollar to help foster youth save for college, a first home, and a successful future. Every child deserves the freedom and opportunity to pursue their dreams, and these Fostering the Future accounts will give some of our highest needs young Coloradans an important head start toward financial independence," said Governor Polis.
In Colorado, approximately 3,700 Colorado children and youth are currently in out-of-home foster care. Colorado's participation will help ensure eligible foster youth have access to the same asset-building opportunities as children whose parents or guardians can already open accounts on their behalf.
The "Fostering the Future" initiative has received bipartisan commitments from governors across numerous states. The federal initiative allows state child welfare agencies to open and manage accounts for eligible children and youth in foster care, providing the same opportunity to build long-term savings that other children can receive through a parent or guardian. -- July 23, 2026 Gov. Jared Polis news release
Ed Freedman's Stable Road Foundation -- $250 contribution to Trump Accounts for Hawaii foster children ages 11 through 17:
"Our responsibility is to give every child the opportunity to succeed, especially those who depend on the state for care," said Governor Green. "By ensuring every eligible foster child has a funded investment account, we are giving these young people a stronger foundation as they enter adulthood. I'm deeply grateful to the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and Ed Freedman's Stable Road Foundation for helping make Hawaii the first state in the nation to achieve this."
"Every child in Hawaii deserves a chance to reach their fullest potential and no keiki should be left behind, regardless of their circumstances," said Ed Freedman, founder of the Stable Road Foundation. "The federal government and the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation are caring for our foster children through age 10 -- so we're stepping in to provide $250 in seed funding for the Trump Account of every foster child in Hawaii ages 11 to 17, the one group no one else was covering. We're proud to partner with Governor Green and Invest America to make Hawaii the first state in the country where every foster child, at every age, starts with a funded account -- and we're calling on leaders across the state and the nation to do the same." -- July 3, 2026 news release from Hawaii Office of the Governor
The State of Hawaii (Gov. Josh Green) -- a Trump Account for each foster child in the state + coordination with Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and Ed Freedman's Stable Road Foundation to make sure every account receives a deposit:
In Hawaii, all eligible foster children will now receive both an account and seed funding through a combination of federal and philanthropic support:
-The federal government provides a $1,000 seed contribution for children born between 2025 and 2028. The Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides $250 for foster children age 10 and under, born before 2025.
-Ed Freedman's Stable Road Foundation funds every eligible foster child ages 11 through 17 -- the one age group no one else is covering -- with a $250 contribution per child.
By bringing these efforts together, Hawaii becomes the first state in the nation to provide funded accounts for every eligible child in foster care, regardless of age.
"Our responsibility is to give every child the opportunity to succeed, especially those who depend on the state for care," said Governor Green. "By ensuring every eligible foster child has a funded investment account, we are giving these young people a stronger foundation as they enter adulthood. I'm deeply grateful to the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and Ed Freedman's Stable Road Foundation for helping make Hawaii the first state in the nation to achieve this."
"Every child in Hawaii deserves a chance to reach their fullest potential and no keiki should be left behind, regardless of their circumstances," said Ed Freedman, founder of the Stable Road Foundation. "The federal government and the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation are caring for our foster children through age 10 -- so we're stepping in to provide $250 in seed funding for the Trump Account of every foster child in Hawaii ages 11 to 17, the one group no one else was covering. We're proud to partner with Governor Green and Invest America to make Hawaii the first state in the country where every foster child, at every age, starts with a funded account -- and we're calling on leaders across the state and the nation to do the same."
Hawaii's commitment demonstrates how states and private philanthropy can work together to expand economic opportunity for children in foster care. By ensuring every eligible foster child has a funded account, the state is creating a financial foundation that can help support education, homeownership, entrepreneurship and other investments in adulthood.
Invest America Executive Director Matt Lira said, "Today's announcement by Governor Green and Ed Freedman's Stable Road Foundation is a watershed moment for foster children across Hawaii. One of the most important legacies we can leave the next generation is expanded hope and opportunity -- and a real stake in the upside of the American economy delivers both." -- July 3, 2026 news release from Hawaii Office of the Governor
State of Wyoming (Gov. Mark Gordon) -- a Trump Account for each foster child in the state:
Governor Mark Gordon (R-Wyo.) announced today a commitment to support First Lady Melania Trump's efforts to strengthen the futures of our foster children through her "Fostering the Future" campaign.
The campaign creates an important tool, Trump Accounts, that enables structured savings and asset protection for Wyoming's foster children. Yesterday, President Trump officially launched the website trumpaccounts.gov from the Oval Office.
"I have spent years advocating for financial literacy in our children and the need to understand how money works for them. Wyoming's foster children deserve nothing less," Governor Gordon said. "The First Lady's vision for the financial security of our foster youth reflects Wyoming's commitment to helping the young people in our foster care system build a strong future."
Governor Gordon is working closely with the Wyoming Department of Family Services (DFS), to ensure appropriate benefits received by Wyoming youth in foster care are placed in Trump Accounts. DFS is developing policies and systems that safeguard these accounts during changes in legal custody.
"Children and youth who have experienced foster care deserve every opportunity to thrive as they transition into adulthood. We support efforts that help strengthen their long-term stability and create opportunities for future success." said DFS Director Korin Schmidt. -- July 7, 2026 Governor Mark Gordon news release
SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell -- Donations of SpaceX stock to two million children:
My husband and I are honored and thrilled to participate in the Invest America program and gift a share of our SpaceX stock to a Trump Account for each of more than two million children across our great nation. Every American child under 18 can benefit from having a Trump Account, but our gift specifically goes to the Accounts of children (ages 11-17) that live in areas with lower average household incomes with a bit more emphasis for those that live near our central Texas home. We have been fortunate in our careers and hope this gift encourages the next generation to continue the journey of enabling humanity to live and fly amongst the stars. A huge thanks to all that worked to bring this incredible program to life. -- July 6, 2026, Gwynne Shotwell (President of SpaceX) on X.
Circle Internet Group, Inc. -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
As Circle builds the economic operating system for the future, we are also investing in the future of our employees' families by offering a $1,000 one-time seed contribution to Trump Accounts for newborn children of US-based Circle employees.
The commitment covers children born on or after January 1, 2025, and places Circle alongside JPMorgan Chase, BlackRock, Coinbase, Kraken, and a growing roster of financial institutions backing the program.
Trump Accounts give children a stake in the future of the economy. Established through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, every American child born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, is eligible to receive a $1,000 government contribution invested in a low-cost index fund -- money that grows until adulthood. Circle's contribution doubles that starting point for employees' newborns.
As one of the world's leading internet financial platform companies and the issuer of USDC through its regulated entities, Circle's participation reflects its broader mission to make the global financial system more open, fair, and accessible. -- July 2, 2026 Circle Internet Group, Inc. news release
Morgan Stanley (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs announced on Thursday they are matching $1,000 contributions to Trump accounts opened for their eligible employees' children.
The program is set to launch on July 4 and will contemplate children born in the U.S. from January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2028.
In the memo, Morgan Stanley said its contribution "reflects our belief in the power of long-term saving and financial education". -- July 2, 2026 Reuters article excerpt
Goldman Sachs (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Goldman Sachs announced today that it will contribute to "Trump Accounts" for eligible children of its employees, joining a public-private initiative to instill the fundamental economic principles of savings and investing in America's next generation.
"Starting early and staying invested for the long term is one of the most reliable ways American families build lasting financial security," said David Solomon, Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs. "We have long been committed to the importance of savings and investment as a pathway to a more resilient financial future, and we're proud to continue our support of this partnership and invest in the future of America."
Trump Accounts are tax-deferred federal investment vehicles for children that will launch on July 4, following years of dialogues between elected officials and business leaders across industries. Those born between 2025 and 2028 will receive a one-time, $1,000 federal seed contribution upon enrollment, and Goldman Sachs will provide a matching $1,000 contribution to its U.S. employees with eligible children. -- July 2, 2026 Goldman Sachs news release
Franklin Templeton (San Mateo, California) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
At Franklin Templeton, we believe long-term financial security begins with access, education and the opportunity to start saving early. By matching the government's contribution to Trump Accounts for eligible children of our U.S. employees, we are helping families take an important first step toward building a financial foundation for the next generation" said Jenny Johnson, CEO of Franklin Templeton. -- July 1, 2026 press release on Business Wire
Micron Technology (Boise, Idaho) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees PLUS a "$250 seed deposit for children with Trump Accounts where Micron operates in Idaho, New York, Virginia, California, Colorado, Minnesota and Texas."
In honor of America's 250th anniversary, Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU) today announced a $250 million investment to increase long-term savings opportunities for children and families through Trump Accounts (also known as 530A Accounts).
As part of this initiative, the company is launching an employee matching benefit for contributions up to $1,000 per child under 18. Additionally, Micron will provide a community benefit of a one-time $250 seed deposit for children with Trump Accounts where Micron operates in Idaho, New York, Virginia, California, Colorado, Minnesota and Texas.
Micron's investment is the largest corporate commitment of its kind and is expected to support up to one million children. Most of the funding will benefit children and families in communities where Micron operates, expanding long-term financial opportunities for the next generation.
The program complements Micron's previously announced investment of over $200 billion in U.S. memory manufacturing and R&D, creating over 90,000 U.S. jobs. Together, these investments reflect Micron's sustained commitment to strengthening the nation's semiconductor ecosystem and the workforce that supports it.
"At Micron, we believe investing in people is as important as investing in technology," said Sanjay Mehrotra, Micron Chairman, President and CEO. "As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, this investment is about helping children build a strong foundation for future opportunity while supporting the workforce and communities that will shape U.S. semiconductor leadership. We appreciate President Trump and Secretary Bessent for establishing these accounts, which give Micron another meaningful way to support children and families as they plan for the future." -- June 30, 2026 Micron Technology news release
CrowdStrike (Austin, Texas) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
CrowdStrike today announced its participation in the Trump Accounts program, also known as Section 530A Accounts, for eligible children of its U.S. employees. These new dedicated child savings accounts are tax-deferred vehicles for children under 18, seeded with a $1,000 federal contribution for children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028.
Under its commitment, CrowdStrike will contribute $1,000 per family for employees with an eligible child under 18 years of age who opens a Trump Account by January 1, 2027. Eligible employees can make pretax contributions to their children's accounts through payroll deductions, up to the annual limit. The first $2,500 contributed by an employer each year is tax-free to the employee.
"At CrowdStrike, our mission has always been about protecting the future, and there's no better investment in the future than our children," said George Kurtz, CEO and founder, CrowdStrike. "We want to give the next generation an early stake in the American economy and a head start as they prepare to take on the innovation challenges ahead."
Created through the Working Families Tax Cuts, the Trump Accounts program is designed to help more Americans put money aside for future goals and milestones. This benefit builds on CrowdStrike's broader commitment to the financial security and well-being of its workforce, and reflects the company's continued investment in employees and their families as they plan for the future. -- June 24, 2026 CrowdStrike news release
American Securities Association (Washington, D.C.) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
The American Securities Association (ASA) today announced it will match the U.S. government's one-time $1,000 contribution to Trump Accounts for children of eligible employees, mirroring the pilot program created under President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Trump Accounts give the next generation of young Americans a vested interest in the American economy and the ability to benefit from free-market capitalism" said ASA President and CEO Chris Iacovella. "We applaud President Trump for helping more individuals and families build wealth, and we are proud to join America's leading businesses in offering contributions to Trump Accounts for the financial health of our employees and their families." -- April 29, 2026 American Securities Association news release
Novelis Inc. (Atlanta, Georgia) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Novelis Inc., a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider and the world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, today announced it will match up to $1,000 for eligible employee contributions to the U.S. government's new children's savings account program, also known as "Trump Accounts."
"Supporting our employees extends beyond the workplace. It includes helping them plan for their families' futures," said Steve Fisher, president and chief executive officer of Novelis Inc. "Providing a corporate match is a great way to further invest in our employees and the next generation of Americans."
Trump Accounts provides a $1,000 contribution from the U.S. Treasury into a tax-advantaged account for eligible children born in the U.S. between 2025 and 2028. The program is designed to help build future financial security by encouraging saving and investing.
The new benefit builds on Novelis' longstanding charitable focus on strengthening future generations through education and workforce development programs.
Novelis joins dozens of other companies supporting the Trump Funds and is the first aluminum manufacturer to do so.
"Trump Accounts are a transformative policy initiative that will help unlock the American Dream for millions of children. It is encouraging to see our nation's leading companies, including Novelis, supporting this effort by offering matching contributions for their employees," said U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. "Thanks to President Trump's leadership, momentum continues to build as more companies and institutions participate, helping the next generation of Americans become shareholders in the world's most vibrant capital markets." -- May 15, 2026 Novelis news release
Nasdaq (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Nasdaq announced a new matching program that will provide an additional $1,000 to eligible newborn children of U.S.-based employees who open an account.
Nasdaq will match the $1,000 government contribution for eligible employees' children. Employees may also make additional contributions through payroll deductions.
"Helping people understand the value of investing early is core to our purpose," said Nasdaq Chair and CEO Adena Friedman. "By extending this benefit to our employees and their families, we're reinforcing the idea that early investing can help open doors and create opportunity over time." -- April 2026 Nasdaq news release
IntraFi (Arlington, Virginia) -- $2,500 contribution for children of employees:
IntraFi, a leading fintech that provides funding and liquidity management services to banks nationwide, announced that it will provide up to $2,500 to help fund "Trump Accounts" for newborn children of eligible employees.
Under the program, the U.S. government will make a one-time $1,000 contribution for eligible newborns who meet the program criteria. IntraFi will match that $1,000 contribution and provide up to an additional $1,500 in matching funds for employees who contribute to their newborns' accounts.
"IntraFi is committed to supporting our employees and their families at life's most important moments," said IntraFi Co-founder and CEO Mark Jacobsen. -- April 10, 2026 IntraFi press release
S&P Global (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) today announced it will match the U.S. government's $1,000 contributions to newly established Section 530A child savings accounts, commonly known as "Trump Accounts," for employees' eligible children born January 1, 2025, through December 31, 2028.
The accounts, established under the Working Family Tax Cut initiative, are intended to help families build wealth over time through tax-advantaged savings and investment opportunities. S&P Global's matching program underscores the company's commitment to supporting employees' financial wellness and helping build long-term economic security for the next generation.
The company has consistently invested in programs that support employees' financial security and work-life balance. -- April 7, 2026 S&P news release
Vanguard (Malvern, Pennsylvania) -- $1,500 contribution to employee Trump Accounts, plus a philanthropic match for families in neighborhoods near Vanguard offices, plus financial coaching programs for families with Trump Accounts:
Vanguard today unveiled several initiatives to support investor use of Trump Accounts: an employer contribution program; several philanthropic initiatives - including a contribution match for children in communities surrounding Vanguard's U.S. office locations; and comprehensive educational resources to help investors maximize these accounts alongside other child savings accounts.
Employer contribution: Vanguard will expand its well-being and lifestyle program to offer crew the choice to direct their $1,500 as an employer contribution to an eligible Trump Account. This contribution is consistent with Vanguard's commitment as an employer to offer personalized benefits that support our crew members at every life stage.
Leading through philanthropy: Building upon Vanguard's philanthropic focus on financial well-being, we are committed to expanding access to early childhood wealth building opportunities that create pathways to long-term economic mobility and promote financial literacy. We're focused on raising awareness of and enrollment in Trump Accounts among eligible families by:
Providing financial support to nonprofit organizations working to increase participation in underserved communities.
Offering a philanthropic match for families with eligible children in select neighborhoods near Vanguard offices.
Supporting evidence-based financial coaching programs for families with children who have Trump Accounts.
Educating investors: Vanguard recently published detailed guidance on the unique benefits of Trump Accounts for individuals and families, as well as practical advice on how to make the most of them alongside other child savings options. -- April 6, 2026 Vanguard news release
Galaxy Digital, Inc. (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Galaxy today announced it will match the U.S. government's one-time $1,000 contribution to eligible newborn children of Galaxy's U.S. employees, providing an additional $1,000 per eligible child through the Trump Accounts program.
The children's savings account program, known as "Trump Accounts," was signed into law by President Trump and provides a $1,000 pilot contribution from the U.S. Treasury into a tax-advantaged account for eligible children born in the U.S. between 2025 and 2028. The program is designed to help build long-term financial security for millions of children by encouraging saving and investing from birth and will officially launch on July 4, 2026.
"At Galaxy, we believe every child born in America should have a seat at the table of U.S. capital markets," Mike Novogratz, CEO and Founder of Galaxy. "By matching the government's contribution to Trump Accounts, we're turning that belief into action, putting capital to work from day one and giving the next generation a genuine stake in America's financial future. That's not just good policy. That's progress."
Galaxy's commitment reflects its broader mission to democratize access to financial markets and digital assets. The firm believes that building wealth is not a privilege reserved for the few, but a right that begins at birth. Galaxy's decision to participate in the Trump Accounts matching program underscores its ongoing commitment to employee well-being and the long-term prosperity of the communities it serves. -- March 25, 2026 Galaxy news release
Invesco (Atlanta, Georgia) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Invesco Ltd., a leading global asset management firm, has announced its support of the U.S. government's new tax-advantaged child savings Section 530A Accounts, also known as Trump Accounts.
Invesco said it will match the government's $1,000 contribution to eligible newborns of its eligible U.S. employees. The firm also intends to contribute to the accounts of other eligible children of its eligible U.S. employees.
"Helping people invest for a better future is central to Invesco's purpose, and enabling the financial wellness of our employees and their families is vital to achieving that," said Andrew R. Schlossberg, president and chief executive officer of Invesco. "These accounts represent an important opportunity to encourage long term saving and investment habits from an early age, while expanding access to capital markets for the next generation." -- March 16, 2026 Invesco Ltd. press release
The Heritage Foundation (Washington, D.C.) -- $2,500 contribution for children of employees:
The Heritage Foundation today announced a new commitment to match employee contributions to Trump Accounts for newborns, ensuring Heritage employees' children begin life with a strong foundation for long-term financial security. Under the initiative, Heritage will match employee contributions up to $2,500 per child.
Heritage President Dr. Kevin Roberts announced the commitment to staff, stating:
"Heritage is putting its values into action by investing directly in the next generation. We are proud to announce that we will invest in Trump Accounts for our employees and their children, committing to match employee contributions up to $2,500 per child. This initiative reflects our belief that financial security should begin at birth--not years down the road."
Starting with a one-time contribution, Heritage will contribute to Trump Accounts for employees who have children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028, offering a match of up to $2,500 per child. This initiative reflects Heritage's strong belief in thriving families and its ongoing commitment to supporting employees as they invest in their children's futures from day one. The program also aligns with Heritage's broader focus on promoting financial wellness and literacy, and will be well-positioned as part of Heritage's family-forward benefits strategy. -- January 30, 2026 Heritage Foundation statement
Replit (Foster City, California) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Replit will match the $1,000 contribution from the USTreasury into TrumpAccounts for the children of Replit employees.
We have many families at Replit, and we believe no one should have to choose between growing a family and doing meaningful work. Programs like this align long-term security with long-term ambition.
A core part of our mission is empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs. When people have savings and long-term compounding working for them, they're more willing to take risks and build. - February 12, 2026 statement from Replit CEO Amjad Masad
Steak 'n Shake (Indianapolis, Indiana) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Steak n Shake pledges to support our employees' children with a $1,000 match to Trump Accounts for every child born between 2025 and 2028.
By funding tax-advantaged investment accounts for our employees' children, we are ensuring that the next generation of Americans participate from birth in our free-market, wealth-building economy.
-Steak n Shake has benefited from our country's prosperity, and we are committed to giving back to our communities and our country. -- January 28, 2026 Steak 'n Shake social media post
Nvidia (Santa Clara, California) -- Contributions for children of U.S. employees:
"NVIDIA will proudly support this bold initiative by contributing to the accounts of our employees' children," said the company's CEO, Jensen Huang, said in a statement provided by the White House. -- June 9, 2025 Bloomberg News article
Chipotle (Newport Beach, California) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
A Chipotle spokesperson confirmed to Business Insider that the fast casual chain would be matching the government's contribution to employees' Trump Accounts.
"This initiative aligns closely with our purpose driven culture and our dedication to supporting the whole employee--at work, at home, and into the future," the spokesperson said. "We are proud to join companies across the country in backing this program and helping jumpstart the financial futures of our employees' children." -- February 14, 2026 Business Insider article
UBER (San Francisco, California) -- Contributions for children of U.S. employees:
A spokesman for Uber confirmed to Business Insider that the ride-share company will be contributing to its employees' Trump Accounts.
"Uber is looking forward to participating in this program and building on the government's contribution for our employees," the spokesman said. -- February 14, 2026 Business Insider article
Visa (San Francisco, California) -- Contributions for children of U.S. employees:
Visa is proud to offer the new 530A Trump Accounts to create a stronger, more secure financial future for children. We plan to include these accounts in our benefits package for U.S. employees when they become available. -- December 17, 2025 Visa social media post
ANONYMOUS DONOR (San Francisco, California) - As announced by the mayor, an anonymous donor has made a $3.5 million donation so that every baby born in San Francisco in 2026 will get $500 in their Trump account:
An anonymous donor has pledged $3.5 million to help San Francisco families take advantage of President Donald Trump's new investment accounts for U.S. children.
Mayor Daniel Lurie announced the donation Friday morning, offering few details about who was behind the money other than saying it was in honor of the Super Bowl happening Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara. Super Bowl-related events have also been held in San Francisco this week.
Under the "Trump accounts," which were authorized by the president's tax and spending bill Congress passed last year, the federal government will provide $1,000 into tax-advantaged savings accounts for any baby born between Jan. 1 last year and the end of 2028. Families can contribute up to $5,000 per year. Similar to retirement savings, the funds are invested in the stock market and become available when the account holder turns 18.
Lurie said the $3.5 million anonymous donation is expected to amount to about $500 per eligible child born in the city this year. It's not the first private gift to boost the Trump accounts: Michael Dell, the CEO of Dell Technologies, and his wife, Susan, committed $6.25 billion last year to augment the federal government's contribution for children from low- and middle-income families. - February 7, 2026 San Francisco Chronicle article
Citi (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
Citi sent an internal message, which was reviewed by FOX Business, that notified employees that the company will contribute $1,000 to the Trump Accounts of children born to Citi's U.S. workers from 2025 to 2028, the period in which the federal government will contribute the same amount to the tax-advantaged savings accounts.
"We are pleased to share that Citi will match the U.S. government's $1,000 seed contribution to the accounts for children of eligible U.S. colleagues born between Jan. 1, 2025, and Dec. 31, 2028. This new benefit adds to the comprehensive suite of benefits that Citi provides to colleagues and their families," the company explained.
"These accounts are intended to promote long-term savings from a young age and provide children with investment assets that will grow over time," Citi explained. "We're excited to play an active role in supporting the financial well-being of families across the U.S." -- February 5, 2026 Fox Business Network article
Fox Corporation (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
Fox Corporation today announced that it will match the U.S. government's one-time $1,000 contribution to the "Trump Accounts" children's retirement savings account program for eligible U.S. employees, underscoring the Company's continued support for the financial well-being of employees and their families.
Scheduled to launch in July of this year, "Trump Accounts" are tax-advantaged investment accounts for American children designed to jumpstart their financial future. Through this pilot program, a contribution of $1,000 from the U.S. Treasury will be made into a specified account for every child born in the U.S. between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028.
"This contribution match will help our employees provide a strong financial foundation for their children as they learn to save, invest and grow a healthy financial future," said Lachlan Murdoch, Executive Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Fox Corporation. -- February 19, 2026 Fox Corporation news release
News Corporation (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
News Corporation announced today that it will match the U.S. government's one-time $1,000 contribution to the Section 530A accounts ("Trump Accounts") designed to "jumpstart the American Dream" for children across the country.
Starting in July, eligible U.S. employees will have the opportunity to participate in the pilot program to receive a seed contribution of $1,000 from the U.S. Treasury into a specified account for every child born in the U.S. between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028. News Corp will make a one-time $1,000 supplemental contribution to these tax-advantaged investment accounts for employees who participate in the program.
"The company's matching contribution to our employees' children is intended to fortify their finances at a crucial moment in their development," said Robert Thomson, Chief Executive of News Corp. -- February 19, 2026 News Corporation news release
Kraken (Cheyenne, Wyoming) -- Contributions to Trump Accounts for every child born in Wyoming in 2026:
We're excited to announce we will sponsor Trump Accounts for every child born in Wyoming in 2026 by making a financial contribution to each account, helping families start building long-term savings and capital formation from birth.
This commitment reflects our belief that the United States should continue modernizing financial services by expanding access, strengthening participation, and giving more Americans a simple pathway to benefit from long-term compounding.
Kraken Co-CEO Arjun Sethi: "This is not a gift. It is an investment in Wyoming's future. We chose Wyoming as our global headquarters because it leads the country in thoughtful crypto innovation and regulation. When a state creates the right environment for builders, it deserves long term commitment in return."
"By seeding accounts for every newborn in 2026, we are backing families from day one and reinforcing Wyoming's role as America's home for responsible crypto leadership." -- February 16, 2026 Kraken news release
Acorns (Irvine, California) -- $1,000 contribution for children of employees:
Acorns, the financial wellness company that has long advocated for starting investing early, today announced a new employee benefit to match the U.S. government's $1,000 seed contribution for eligible children of Acorns employees.
This federal initiative, known as "Trump Accounts," establishes a $1,000 investment from the U.S. Treasury for eligible children born between 2025 and 2028. By matching this contribution, families of Acorns employees will receive a total of $2,000 to help their child benefit from the power of compounding as early as possible. The benefit reflects Acorns' core belief that financial wellness is built early, and that time--not timing--is the most powerful force in investing.
This benefit builds on a principle Acorns has not only championed--but put into practice at scale for years through Acorns Early, its smart money app, investing product, and debit card designed to help families raise money-smart kids. Through Acorns Early, families can invest for their children with built-in financial education and a 1% match on kids' investment contributions up to $7,000, reinforcing positive money habits from the start. Since inception, Acorns Early has helped more than 1.2 million families in the U.S. invest in their children's futures, underscoring the idea that financial confidence and wealth are built gradually, starting early.
"When it comes to financial wellness, time is the biggest advantage you can give a child. Starting at birth means even small investments have decades to grow. That's the kind of head start we believe every child deserves - and it's what we've been focused on from a product, financial education and customer experience standpoint for years," said Noah Kerner, CEO and Chairman of Acorns. -- February 4, 2026 Acorns company statement
State Street (Boston, Massachusetts) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
State Street Corporation today announced a new program to match U.S. Treasury contributions to the children's savings accounts established under the Working Family Tax Cuts initiative.
The initiative, designed to promote long-term savings and investment for children under 18 years old, will be administered by the U.S. Treasury and is set to launch on July 4, 2026, in conjunction with the 250th anniversary of the United States' Declaration of Independence. State Street will match the $1,000 contribution from the U.S. Treasury for the accounts of eligible children of active employees, doubling the initial investment and creating greater growth opportunities for every child.
"State Street believes in the power of investing and the importance of helping families build a secure financial future for their children," said Ron O'Hanley, chairman and chief executive officer at State Street. "By matching the U.S. Treasury's contribution, we are giving the next generation a head start on saving and a stake in the American economy to harness the wealth-generation power of investing and plan for long-term financial health." -- December 18, 2025 State Street company statement
Dell Technologies (Round Rock, Texas) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees (separate from, and in addition to, the Michael and Susan Dell philanthropic gift):
Dell Technologies proudly supports Invest America and the opportunities it creates for future generations.
In June, we signed the Invest America Business Pledge, committing to match the U.S. Treasury's $1,000 automatic seed deposit for every child born to U.S.-based team members between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028.
The $6.25B philanthropic gift from Michael and Susan Dell is separate from, and in addition to, our corporate commitment. Together, these contributions offer children a simple, meaningful way to start saving from day one--helping ensure more children grow up with the resources they need to dream big and build strong futures.
By joining this pledge, Dell stands alongside a growing number of employers making early savings a shared priority and a lasting advantage for generations to come.
Empower (Greenwood Village, Colorado) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
Empower, a leading workplace solutions and wealth management provider, today announced a new benefit to help associates' families take an early step toward long-term financial security. The company will provide a $1,000 benefit to match the Treasury Department's contribution for every Empower associate whose children qualify for a deposit under the recently established Trump Accounts program.
Trump Accounts were created to encourage early participation in investing by providing eligible children with an initial account deposit, giving families a starting point for long-term savings and growth. Designed to introduce investing at an early age, the accounts reflect a broader effort to expand access to the financial system and promote lifelong financial engagement.
Empower's new benefit builds on that foundation and aligns with the company's long-standing focus on financial wellness, inclusion, and the value of compounding over time.
"Starting early matters," said Edmund F. Murphy III, President and CEO of Empower. "When investing begins at an early age, time and compounding can be advantageous to
every investor. This benefit helps families take that first step and reinforces the idea that investing should be accessible to everyone."
Research consistently shows that even modest early investments can have a meaningful impact over decades. By supporting eligible families at the beginning of their children's investing journey, Empower aims to help foster financial confidence and long-term thinking across generations.
"This is a benefit designed with real life in mind," said Suzanne Sanchez, Chief Human Resources Officer at Empower. "By supporting associates' families and encouraging early investing, we're reinforcing our commitment to financial well-being -- not just for today, but for the future." -- February 2, 2026 Empower news release
CTIA -- the wireless industry association (Washington, D.C.) -- Contributions to children of employees:
CTIA, the wireless industry association, today announced it will support the U.S. government's Trump Accounts program by making its own contributions for eligible children of its employees.
"We are proud to be at the vanguard of participation in the Trump Account program," said Ajit Pai, CTIA President and CEO. "Programs like these are critical to helping young Americans develop financial literacy and build long-term economic opportunity - things all of us can and should work together to support. CTIA shares the Administration's commitment to families and workforce development, and we are deeply invested in ensuring that America remains the best place in the world to live, work, and innovate." -- January 30, 2026 CTIA press release
IBM (Armonk, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for U.S. employees plus additional $1,000 when parents make $4,000 or more in contributions within 24 months of a child's birth:
A spokesperson for IBM confirmed to Business Insider that the company will contribute to employees' Trump Accounts.
The company isn't just matching the $1,000 contribution.
It's also pledging to contribute an additional $1,000 when parents invest $4,000 within 24 months of their child's birth or by July 2026, whichever comes later. -- February 14, 2026 Business Insider article
JPMorgan Chase & Co. (New York, New York) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
JPMorganChase today announced it will match the U.S. government's one-time $1,000 contribution to children of eligible U.S. employees, providing an additional $1,000 per eligible child.
The children's retirement savings account program, known as "Trump Accounts," provides a $1,000 pilot contribution from the U.S. Treasury into a tax-advantaged account for eligible children born in the U.S. between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2028. The program is designed to help build long-term financial security for millions of children by encouraging saving and investing from day one.
"JPMorganChase has demonstrated a long-term commitment to the financial health and well-being of all of our employees and their families around the world, including more than 190,000 here in the United States," said Jamie Dimon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorganChase. "By matching this contribution, we're making it easier for them to start saving early, invest wisely, and plan for their family's financial future."
JPMorganChase believes that strong financial health is essential for building resilient families and communities. -- January 28, 2026 JPMorgan Chase news release
Robinhood Markets, Inc. (Menlo Park, California) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
Robinhood will match the $1,000 contribution from USTreasury into Trump Accounts for eligible children of Robinhood employees. Our mission is to democratize finance for all and we're honored to help extend that mission to the next generation through this initiative. -- December 19, 2025 Robinhood social media post
Continental Resources (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) -- Contributions to children of employees:
Continental Resources, an Oklahoma-based petroleum and natural gas company, plans to contribute to employees' Trump Accounts.
"At my company, Continental Resources, we want to lead by example," Founder and Chairman Harold Hamm said in a video message at the "Trump Accounts" summit in February.
"We encourage other companies to join us in working alongside the government to implement similar programs."
"We plan to do this in every state in which we operate, doing our part to give back and further build upon this program and leave a lasting legacy for the next generation," Hamm added. -- February 14, 2026 Business Insider article
Chime Financial Inc. (San Francisco, California) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
Chime Financial Inc. will match the US government's contributions to investment accounts for children of the financial-technology company's eligible employees.
The government has pledged to seed so-called "Trump Accounts" with $1,000 for children, starting next year. Under the initiative, any parent can open an account for their child and contribute up to $5,000 annually. Employers can pitch in $2,500 a year without affecting a worker's taxable income.
"The launch of Trump Accounts aligns with our mission to unlock financial progress for everyday Americans by teaching financial health and education from a young age," Chief Executive Officer and founder Chris Britt said in a Wednesday statement.
San Francisco-based Chime prioritizes catering to Main Street consumers, specifically targeting customers who earn less than $100,000 a year with bank-like services. -- December 17, 2025 Bloomberg News article
SoFi Technologies, Inc. (San Francisco, California) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
Under this new benefit, SoFi will match the federal government's new $1,000 seed contribution by providing an additional $1,000 investment for eligible children of SoFi employees who qualify for the newly established tax-advantaged children's investment accounts.
The federal program, known as "Trump Accounts," provides a $1,000 pilot contribution from the U.S. Treasury into a tax-advantaged account for eligible children born between 2025 and 2028.
"When it comes to helping people get their money right, few things matter more than investing early, and nothing is earlier than day one," said Anthony Noto, CEO of SoFi. "Opening the door for more Americans to invest early will unlock decades of compound growth and transform financial outcomes over a lifetime. It is one of the most powerful steps we can take as a country, and SoFi was built to deliver secure, low-cost accounts at scale. We have the infrastructure needed to reach every child in America and we're ready to offer this at no cost to the taxpayer. This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to strengthen the financial lives of millions of Americans." -- January 14, 2026 SoFi news release
The Charles Schwab Corporation (Westlake, Texas) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
The Charles Schwab Corporation (Schwab) today announced it will match the U.S. government's one-time $1,000 contribution to eligible newborn children of Schwab's U.S. employees, providing an additional $1,000 per eligible child.
The children's saving account program, known as "Trump Accounts," was signed into law by President Trump and provides a $1,000 pilot contribution from the U.S. Treasury into a tax-advantaged account for eligible children born in the U.S. between 2025 and 2028. The program is designed to help build the long-term financial security for millions of children by encouraging saving and investing from day one.
"For more than half a century, Schwab has stood for increasing access, lowering costs, and empowering millions of families to achieve their financial dreams and goals," said Rick Wurster, Chief Executive Officer of Charles Schwab. "By matching the government's contribution for our employees' children, we're honoring that commitment - helping more families take an early, confident step toward building long-term financial security. We will continue to work with this administration, future administrations, and Congress to do all we can to support getting more Americans invested."
Schwab's contribution reflects its longstanding mission to champion clients' financial goals with integrity and to promote financial literacy and participation in the markets. A key element of getting invested at a young age is increasing financial literacy and providing greater access to educational resources on the fundamentals of saving and investing. Through programs like Moneywise America and partnerships with schools and nonprofits, Schwab is committed to providing trusted financial education to empower the next generation to achieve their financial goals. -- December 23, 2025 Charles Schwab news release
Investment Company Institute (Washington, D.C.) -- $1,000 contribution for children of U.S. employees:
Investment Company Institute (ICI) President and CEO Eric J. Pan announced today that ICI will offer its employees a $1,000 matching contribution to the newly-established Trump Accounts to mirror the federal investment program set up in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
"ICI is proud to support, not only in words but in action, too, the implementation of Trump Accounts to ensure our newest generation of Americans experience and enjoy the benefits of fund investing, setting them up for success later in life. We are grateful that Congress and the Administration are leading the way to support American families and encouraging long-term investing by all Americans." -- January 14, 2026 ICI news release
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