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Sky News AU
22-05-2025
- Business
- Sky News AU
Move over, Sussexes: Prince William and Princess Catherine named in Time Magazine's new philanthropy list, while Meghan and Harry miss out
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are notably absent from Time Magazine's first-ever Top 100 Philanthropy list, with the spotlight instead falling on their royal rivals, Prince William and Princess Catherine. In the newly introduced edition of Time's Top 100, the Prince and Princess of Wales were celebrated for "modernising royal philanthropy", joining a powerful lineup that includes David Beckham, Michael Bloomberg and Oprah Winfrey, who is known to be a close friend of the Sussexes. The couple, whose major charitable work is spearheaded through the Royal Foundation, were acknowledged for "aligning social imperatives with sound business strategies and building corporate alliances to expand their reach". "Philanthropy is hardly a new calling for British royalty," reporter Harry Booth wrote in the feature. "King George II, in the first recorded act of royal patronage, helped establish an antiquarian society focused on art and architectural conservation in the 18th century." But Booth noted that "priorities have shifted" in the modern royal landscape. "Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, are less concerned with cultural preservation and more attuned to social issues," Booth continued. In particular, the magazine applauded Princess Catherine's work on early childhood development, particularly her 'Shaping Us' initiative. Launched in March 2023, the campaign encouraged major corporations, including LEGO Group, IKEA, Unilever and Deloitte, to invest in early childhood programs, aiming to foster a stronger and more productive workforce. A report published by the Taskforce in May 2024 suggested such investment could generate an extra £45.5 billion (about AUD$90 billion) for the UK economy annually. The future King, meanwhile, is preparing for the fifth Earthshot Prize ceremony, which awards £5 million (AU$10.4 million) annually to support global eco-projects. He also remains active in homelessness and mental health advocacy through initiatives like Homewards and Heads Together. While the Waleses earned praise, the same could not be said for Harry and Meghan, who were previously recognised in Time's Top 100 in 2018 and 2021. The couple, who stepped back from royal duties in 2020 and now reside in Montecito, California, were notably left off this year's philanthropy list. Their Archewell Foundation, founded after their royal departure, continues to support causes such as digital safety through the Parent's Network and refugee resettlement via The Welcome Project. Harry, 40, also leads the Invictus Games, an international sporting event for wounded service personnel, while Meghan, 43, is expanding her lifestyle brand As Ever and recently launched a new podcast titled Confessions of a Female Founder. The couple previously featured on Time's cover in 2021 with a glowing tribute from chef José Andrés, founder of World Central Kitchen, which partners with Archewell. "In a world where everyone has an opinion about people they don't know, the duke and duchess have compassion for the people they don't know," he said at the time.
The Advertiser
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Advertiser
William and Kate recognised with philanthropy award
The Prince and Princess of Wales have been recognised by Time Magazine in its prestigious Top 100 Philanthropy Awards. William, 42, and his wife Catherine, 43, have spent years working with charities and were praised by the publication for their efforts to "modernise royal philanthropy" through social innovation and corporate partnerships. In its citation about the pair, Time wrote: "Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, are less concerned with cultural preservation and more attuned to social issues, tackling homelessness and rural mental health through their Royal Foundation and spotlighting innovative solutions to climate change through the Earthshot Prize, an environmental award founded by William in 2020." The magazine added: "Crucial to the Waleses' approach is aligning social imperatives with sound business strategies and building corporate alliances." William and Catherine's inclusion in the TIME list marks a notable follow-up to Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, who were featured in Time's Top 100 most influential people list in 2021. In recent years, Catherine has launched the 'Shaping Us' campaign and the Royal Foundation Business Taskforce for Early Childhood, which encourages employers to support young children's development in the workplace. The initiative is backed by companies including Deloitte, Lego and Co-op. The Prince and Princess of Wales have been recognised by Time Magazine in its prestigious Top 100 Philanthropy Awards. William, 42, and his wife Catherine, 43, have spent years working with charities and were praised by the publication for their efforts to "modernise royal philanthropy" through social innovation and corporate partnerships. In its citation about the pair, Time wrote: "Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, are less concerned with cultural preservation and more attuned to social issues, tackling homelessness and rural mental health through their Royal Foundation and spotlighting innovative solutions to climate change through the Earthshot Prize, an environmental award founded by William in 2020." The magazine added: "Crucial to the Waleses' approach is aligning social imperatives with sound business strategies and building corporate alliances." William and Catherine's inclusion in the TIME list marks a notable follow-up to Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, who were featured in Time's Top 100 most influential people list in 2021. In recent years, Catherine has launched the 'Shaping Us' campaign and the Royal Foundation Business Taskforce for Early Childhood, which encourages employers to support young children's development in the workplace. The initiative is backed by companies including Deloitte, Lego and Co-op. The Prince and Princess of Wales have been recognised by Time Magazine in its prestigious Top 100 Philanthropy Awards. William, 42, and his wife Catherine, 43, have spent years working with charities and were praised by the publication for their efforts to "modernise royal philanthropy" through social innovation and corporate partnerships. In its citation about the pair, Time wrote: "Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, are less concerned with cultural preservation and more attuned to social issues, tackling homelessness and rural mental health through their Royal Foundation and spotlighting innovative solutions to climate change through the Earthshot Prize, an environmental award founded by William in 2020." The magazine added: "Crucial to the Waleses' approach is aligning social imperatives with sound business strategies and building corporate alliances." William and Catherine's inclusion in the TIME list marks a notable follow-up to Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, who were featured in Time's Top 100 most influential people list in 2021. In recent years, Catherine has launched the 'Shaping Us' campaign and the Royal Foundation Business Taskforce for Early Childhood, which encourages employers to support young children's development in the workplace. The initiative is backed by companies including Deloitte, Lego and Co-op. The Prince and Princess of Wales have been recognised by Time Magazine in its prestigious Top 100 Philanthropy Awards. William, 42, and his wife Catherine, 43, have spent years working with charities and were praised by the publication for their efforts to "modernise royal philanthropy" through social innovation and corporate partnerships. In its citation about the pair, Time wrote: "Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, are less concerned with cultural preservation and more attuned to social issues, tackling homelessness and rural mental health through their Royal Foundation and spotlighting innovative solutions to climate change through the Earthshot Prize, an environmental award founded by William in 2020." The magazine added: "Crucial to the Waleses' approach is aligning social imperatives with sound business strategies and building corporate alliances." William and Catherine's inclusion in the TIME list marks a notable follow-up to Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, who were featured in Time's Top 100 most influential people list in 2021. In recent years, Catherine has launched the 'Shaping Us' campaign and the Royal Foundation Business Taskforce for Early Childhood, which encourages employers to support young children's development in the workplace. The initiative is backed by companies including Deloitte, Lego and Co-op.
West Australian
21-05-2025
- Business
- West Australian
William and Kate recognised with philanthropy award
The Prince and Princess of Wales have been recognised by Time Magazine in its prestigious Top 100 Philanthropy Awards. William, 42, and his wife Catherine, 43, have spent years working with charities and were praised by the publication for their efforts to "modernise royal philanthropy" through social innovation and corporate partnerships. In its citation about the pair, Time wrote: "Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, are less concerned with cultural preservation and more attuned to social issues, tackling homelessness and rural mental health through their Royal Foundation and spotlighting innovative solutions to climate change through the Earthshot Prize, an environmental award founded by William in 2020." The magazine added: "Crucial to the Waleses' approach is aligning social imperatives with sound business strategies and building corporate alliances." William and Catherine's inclusion in the TIME list marks a notable follow-up to Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, who were featured in Time's Top 100 most influential people list in 2021. In recent years, Catherine has launched the 'Shaping Us' campaign and the Royal Foundation Business Taskforce for Early Childhood, which encourages employers to support young children's development in the workplace. The initiative is backed by companies including Deloitte, Lego and Co-op.
Perth Now
21-05-2025
- Business
- Perth Now
William and Kate recognised with philanthropy award
The Prince and Princess of Wales have been recognised by Time Magazine in its prestigious Top 100 Philanthropy Awards. William, 42, and his wife Catherine, 43, have spent years working with charities and were praised by the publication for their efforts to "modernise royal philanthropy" through social innovation and corporate partnerships. In its citation about the pair, Time wrote: "Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, are less concerned with cultural preservation and more attuned to social issues, tackling homelessness and rural mental health through their Royal Foundation and spotlighting innovative solutions to climate change through the Earthshot Prize, an environmental award founded by William in 2020." The magazine added: "Crucial to the Waleses' approach is aligning social imperatives with sound business strategies and building corporate alliances." William and Catherine's inclusion in the TIME list marks a notable follow-up to Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, who were featured in Time's Top 100 most influential people list in 2021. In recent years, Catherine has launched the 'Shaping Us' campaign and the Royal Foundation Business Taskforce for Early Childhood, which encourages employers to support young children's development in the workplace. The initiative is backed by companies including Deloitte, Lego and Co-op.
Time Magazine
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time Magazine
Catherine, Princess of Wales and Prince William
Philanthropy is hardly a new calling for British royalty. King George II, in the first recorded act of royal patronage, helped establish an antiquarian society focused on art and architectural conservation in the 18th century. The modern royal agenda, though, suggests priorities have shifted. Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, are less concerned with cultural preservation and more attuned to social issues, tackling homelessness and rural mental health through their Royal Foundation and spotlighting innovative solutions to climate change through the Earthshot Prize, an environmental award founded by William in 2020. 'It's more about impact philanthropy, collaboration, convening, and helping people,' the Prince told the BBC in November. Crucial to the Waleses' approach is aligning social imperatives with sound business strategies and building corporate alliances to expand their reach. To support her 'Shaping Us' campaign, which champions well-being initiatives for children five and younger, Catherine convened a business task force that included the Lego Group and, to assess impact, consulting firm Deloitte. Last spring, the group published a report that concluded investing in early childhood programs could yield an additional £45.5 billion ($60 billion) for the U.K. economy annually. The finding spurred task force members to commit millions towards these initiatives.
