Elon Musk posted that he plans to give one SpaceX share to every child in the United States in 2027, a pledge that could be worth more than $10 billion at SpaceX's current $146 share price. He said the shares would go 'directly to the public' and called it the 'first of many' such donations, though he hasn't specified a mechanism for distribution.
techcrunch.com
· 2026-10-19
Elon Musk announced plans to give one SpaceX share to every child in the United States beginning next year. With roughly 72 million children in the country as of July 2025, the pledge would amount to about $10.5 billion in shares, according to CNBC. The announcement comes as Musk has also been making large political donations, including $158 million to the Senate Leadership Fund PAC and $76 million to his own America PAC.
theverge.com
· 2026-10-19
Elon Musk announced on X that he will give one SpaceX share to every child in America starting next year, calling it 'the first of many' such giveaways. He gave no details on eligibility ages, distribution method, or exact timing, but the plan would reportedly cover about 72 million minors, worth roughly $10.5 billion at SpaceX's current $146 share price.
techspot.com
· 2026-10-19