Donald Trump Asks Supporters To Donate $15 To ‘Get Him In To Heaven’

Donald Trump stirred controversy once more after his campaign circulated a fundraising email asking supporters to donate $15 to help him “get to heaven.” The unusual appeal, sent in late August, mixed religious language with references to his political career and calls for renewed support.

The subject line read, “I want to try and get to Heaven,” and the email recounted Trump’s 2016 victory over Hillary Clinton, his economic record, and his survival of an assassination attempt as signs of divine purpose. It then urged readers to contribute $15 during a “24-hour Trump fundraising blitz.”

Fact-checking site Snopes confirmed the message was authentic, noting it had been distributed through official campaign channels. Its peculiar wording, however, raised eyebrows, with many mocking the idea of linking donations to the afterlife.

On social media, critics pointed to the odd timing, especially as Trump continues to face speculation about his health. The email also fueled rumors from viral misinformation falsely claiming he had died while in office.

In a past Fox & Friends interview, Trump had joked about his spiritual standing, saying he was “at the bottom of the totem pole” but hoped to reach heaven, remarks that now appear tied to this campaign theme.

Some strategists argue that such rhetoric energizes Trump’s loyal base, who view his over-the-top style as humorous and authentic. Others worry it reflects a trend of politics turning more theatrical and less focused on policy.

Whether the $15 “heaven” blitz succeeds financially remains unclear, but once again Trump has managed to dominate headlines with his unorthodox approach.