Trump megadonor’s heir donates $5.5 million, 300‑acre Connecticut estate to Children’s Health Defense

A Mellon family heir, identified as a major Trump donor, transferred property to Children’s Health Defense. The donation consisted of adjacent Connecticut parcels covering roughly 300 acres. The transfer was made at no monetary cost to the nonprofit. The estate is valued at about $5.5 million according to the headline. Children’s Health Defense is a nonprofit linked to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The gift occurred last year, according to the source. The donation may bolster the organization’s operational capacity. It also highlights continuing financial ties between wealthy donors and political nonprofits. Future reporting may examine how the asset will be used by the group.