In a bid to secure campaign funding for the upcoming general election, former President Donald Trump’s presidential campaign has unveiled a tiered donation structure for its joint fundraising operation with national and state Republican Party committees, according to a contribution form obtained by CNN.
The Trump 47 Committee
The joint fundraising committee, known as the Trump 47 Committee, has established various levels of donations. The highest level, dubbed “Ultra MAGA,” is reserved for individuals who contribute the current maximum limit of $814,600.
Other Donation Levels
Other donation levels include “Team Trump 2024” for $250,000 contributions, “Team America First” for $100,000 donations, “Club 47” for $50,000, and “MAGA 24” at the $24,000 level.
Upcoming Fundraising Event
As previously reported by CNN, the Trump campaign is set to host its first significant event for the joint fundraising committee on April 6 in Florida, attracting some of the Republican Party’s wealthiest donors. The Trump team anticipates raising $33 million at the Palm Beach event, hosted by hedge fund founder John Paulson.
Perks for Top Donors
Top-level contributors can expect perks such as a seat at Trump’s dinner table, a photo opportunity, and a personalized copy of Trump’s “Our Journey Together” coffee table book. A Trump campaign aide has yet to respond to inquiries about the fundraising levels.
Trump vs. Biden: The Fundraising Race
Despite these efforts, Trump has so far been outpaced by President Joe Biden in the race for campaign dollars. Biden recently raised over $26 million at a star-studded New York fundraiser, attended by former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton. Biden is also jointly fundraising with several Democratic Party committees.
Beneficiaries of the Trump 47 Committee
Donations to the Trump 47 Committee will benefit Trump’s campaign, his leadership PAC (which has been covering his legal bills), the Republican National Committee, and approximately 40 state party committees. The joint fundraising committee was established earlier this month, following Trump’s takeover of the RNC.