Community Action Primer on Trump Accounts

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Employment, Head Start, Tax

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Administrative Staff, Attorney, Executive Director, Human Resources Director, Program Staff, State Administrator

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2026

A 530A account (Trump Account) is a new type of individual investment account designed specifically for children to begin a retirement fund. Trump Accounts are one among many options for retirement savings that low-income families may wish to take advantage of. Understanding what these accounts are and how they work will help Community Action Agencies (CAAs) educate and support clients who may benefit from opening them.

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