California Early Wealth Account System (CEWAS) Summit: Building Economic Prosperity for Every Child
April 17 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Be part of a growing movement to close the wealth gap and expand economic mobility for California’s children and families.
The Second Annual California Early Wealth Account System (CEWAS) Summit brings together leaders from across California and the nation to explore how early wealth accounts are transforming opportunities for families and strengthening pathways to post-secondary education and long-term financial security.
At this year’s Summit, participants will examine the evolution of Child Savings Accounts (CSAs) and Child Development Accounts (CDAs), including the expansion of CalKIDS, HOPE Accounts, and other early wealth-building initiatives. Through new research, real-world case studies, and cross-sector dialogue, attendees will gain practical insights into how these programs can be strengthened, scaled, and sustained statewide.
The Summit convenes leaders from public agencies, education, philanthropy, elected officials, and community organizations to reflect on progress, share lessons from the field, and identify next steps for building a more equitable early wealth infrastructure in California.
Conference highlights include:
- New research on the impact of early wealth-building initiatives
- Perspectives from leaders implementing CSA and CDA programs
- National developments in early wealth-building, including 530A Accounts, also known as Trump Accounts
- Strategies to expand access, advance equity, and increase long-term economic mobility
- Opportunities to connect with cross-sector partners committed to building prosperity for every child
All registrants are invited to showcase their work in the Summit’s poster gallery, creating space for peer learning and collaboration across programs and regions.
The full Summit agenda, including detailed session descriptions and featured discussions, is now live on Eventbrite.
Early bird registration is encouraged by February 28. Final registration closes March 31.