The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales
Also known as: The Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry, The Royal Foundation of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, The Royal Foundation of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry, The Royal Foundation of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, The Royal Foundation
The Foundation is a philanthropic investor in three key areas, both in the United Kingdom and overseas: helping disadvantaged young people, supporting military veterans and their families, and promoting sustainable development.
Activities & Mission
The Foundation is a philanthropic investor in three key areas, both in the United Kingdom and overseas: helping disadvantaged young people, supporting military veterans and their families, and promoting sustainable development.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 25% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 19% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 18% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £12,168,503 | £11,891,291 | £9,862,698 | £7,374,419 | £7,374,419 | 67 / 0 |
| 2023 | £7,968,305 | £8,650,179 | £7,504,236 | £6,957,322 | £5,143,000 | 48 / 0 |
| 2022 | £10,102,077 | £14,967,558 | £14,152,791 | £7,527,825 | £5,086,878 | 39 / 0 |
| 2021 | £20,430,167 | £16,360,873 | £15,130,186 | £12,496,947 | £5,419,000 | 36 / 0 |
| 2020 | £11,776,722 | £9,156,411 | £8,347,752 | £8,212,217 | £5,354,000 | 33 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales
What does The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales do?
The Foundation is a philanthropic investor in three key areas, both in the United Kingdom and overseas: helping disadvantaged young people, supporting military veterans and their families, and promoting sustainable development.
How much income did The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales report in 2024?
The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales reported total income of £12.17m and reported expenditure of £11.89m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales?
The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales has a program ratio of 81.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 25% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales registered as a charity?
The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 October 2009 as charity number 1132048. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales?
The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Simon Iain Patterson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales operate?
The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal Foundation Of The Prince And Princess Of Wales is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1132048.
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Also Known As
- The Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry
- The Royal Foundation of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
- The Royal Foundation of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry
- The Royal Foundation of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex
- The Royal Foundation
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- 14 May 2026
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