What is a Trump Account?

"Trump Account" is the name used in the federal law passed by Congress. Chime does not take a political position — we support these accounts because they are a government-run financial program designed to help families build long-term financial stability for their children.

A Trump Account is a long-term, tax-advantaged investment account that families can open for an eligible child. Once open, the account can accept contributions and grow over time.


A child is eligible if they:

  • Are a U.S. citizen

  • Are under 18 years old

  • Have a valid Social Security number (SSN)

  • Have not already had a Trump Account opened for them


The $1,000 seed contribution

Children born between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2028 may receive a one-time $1,000 seed contribution from the U.S. Treasury. Children born before 2025 can still have a Trump Account opened but will not receive the seed contribution.


About the seed contribution: The $1,000 is paid by the U.S. Treasury — not Chime. It is not part of your tax refund and does not go to your Chime account. It goes directly into your child's Trump Account and is expected to be issued in summer 2026.


How to open a Trump Account

Through tax filing through Chime: During the tax filing process with Chime's partner April, you can opt in to open a Trump Account for an eligible dependent. This option appears as part of filing Form 4547. The account will open after your enrollment is processed.

Through the government portal: An online portal will be available at Trumpaccounts.gov to open accounts outside of tax filing. Enrollment is optional — if you don't enroll now, you may have future opportunities to do so.


Questions? If you have questions about Trump Accounts during tax filing, our filing partner April can help. In the Chime app, tap the question mark icon or the Contact Support card in the filing flow.

*Chime does not provide tax advice. Please consult your accountant for tailored tax guidance. 

Tax e-file services provided by April Tax Solutions Inc. (“april”).


These tax filing offers are not endorsed or offered by our partners, The Bancorp Bank, N.A. or Stride Bank, N.A.