Prince William Takes on New Role as Patron of The Passage
Prince William is following in the charitable footsteps of his late mother, Princess Diana, by becoming the new patron of The Passage, a significant homeless charity in the UK. On February 13, Kensington Palace announced that the Duke of Cambridge has taken on this role, continuing a legacy that dates back to the early 1980s when the charity was established. What makes this partnership even more poignant is that Princess Diana herself once worked closely with The Passage, creating a special connection between the royal family and this vital organization.
A Look Back at William and Harry’s Early Visits
It’s incredible to see how this relationship has evolved over time. Kensington Palace shared a touching Instagram post that featured two throwback photos from the early 1990s. In these photos, Prince William and his brother, Prince Harry, are seen visiting The Passage alongside their beloved mother, Princess Diana. The post reads, "The Duke of Cambridge has today become Patron of homeless charity The Passage — here His Royal Highness is pictured with The Duke of Sussex and their mother Diana, Princess of Wales, in an early visit to @passagecharity." Alongside the images, there's a page from the visitor’s book, signed by Diana and young William back in 1993. Over the last 25 years, William has revisited the charity multiple times, deepening his understanding of its mission and impact.
View this post on InstagramThe Duke of Cambridge has today become Patron of homeless charity The Passage – here His Royal Highness is pictured with The Duke of Sussex and their mother Diana, Princess of Wales, in an early visit to @passagecharity. Swipe 👉 to see a visitor’s book entry made by The Duke of Cambridge and Diana, Princess of Wales in 1993. The Duke has made additional visits to the charity at various points over the last 25 years.
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William Gets Hands-On With The Passage
Later that same day, Kensington Palace shared a video of Prince William, now 36, getting hands-on during his first visit to The Passage as its new Patron. In the video, William is seen rolling up his sleeves and helping prepare a hearty spaghetti bolognese meal under the guidance of Head Chef Nour Shab. He then joined Malcolm, a dedicated volunteer who has been with the charity for over two decades, in serving lunch to the guests. This wasn’t just about a quick visit; it was about truly connecting with the people who rely on The Passage. The post’s caption explained, “The Duke of Cambridge visited The Passage today for the first time as the homeless charity’s Patron. His Royal Highness helped Head Chef, Nour Shab, prepare spaghetti bolognese, before joining in the lunch service with Malcolm.” Later in the visit, William met individuals participating in the charity’s 'Home for Good' program, which pairs volunteers with formerly homeless clients to help them reintegrate into community life.
View this post on InstagramThe Duke of Cambridge visited The Passage today for the first time as the homeless charity’s Patron. His Royal Highness helped Head Chef, Nour Shab, prepare spaghetti bolognese, before joining in the lunch service with Malcolm, who’s been volunteering with the @passagecharity for 21 years 🍝 Later, The Duke met people taking part in the charity’s ‘Home for Good’ programme, which pairs volunteers with formerly homeless clients to help them settle into community life.
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William Reflects on His Childhood Visits
It’s clear that these visits to The Passage have left a lasting impression on Prince William. In a candid interview from 2016, he opened up about the profound impact of those childhood experiences. William recalled, "The visits I made as a child to this place left a deep and lasting impression on me — about how important it is to ensure that everyone in our society, especially the poorest, are treated with respect, dignity, and kindness, and are given the opportunities to fulfill their potential in life." This sentiment echoes the values instilled in him by his mother, Princess Diana, who tragically passed away in 1997.
Meghan Markle Joins the Philanthropic Efforts
Prince William isn’t the only royal stepping up in the world of philanthropy. His sister-in-law, Meghan Markle, also received new patronages this year. Despite being in the midst of her first pregnancy, the Duchess of Sussex, 37, has taken on roles with four organizations that align with her passions. These include the arts, access to education, support for women, and animal welfare. Kensington Palace confirmed in early January that Meghan will be collaborating with charities that reflect her values and commitment to making a difference.
