Sussex Royal - The Foundation of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex

[Waika]

Registering in the United States and having 501c3 status allows any person, group or corporation to claim donations to a charity with 501c3 status on their income taxes. I believe this is why they registered in the United States. Such a charity can also apply for grants.

[Ista]

I believe that whatever decisions are being made regarding the work of the Sussex foundation are being made by both Sussexes, which I have made fairly clear in my posts.

The idea that for royalty to be relevant they have to look outward is an interesting one, and may well end up being true, but what I and many other observers are seeing in the world right now is that as in one way we are becoming increasingly global, we are also seeing a huge upsurge in nationalistic and even jingoistic sentiments. Without getting overtly political, there is plenty of evidence that this is a worldwide phenomenon, and all we have to do is watch the Brexit drama to see how that is playing out in one small corner of the world. So I think it is going to be very interesting indeed to see how this ends up affecting all the royal families in Europe, and especially the Sussexes as they develop their roles and objectives.

[Dman]

The Sussexes have appointed British TV News anchor & UNICEF UK President, Kirsty Young, as the fourth trustee of the Sussex Royal Foundation-
https://mobile.twitter.com/scobie/st...92908904996864

[Rudolph]

Originally Posted by Dman

The Sussexes have appointed British TV News anchor & UNICEF UK President, Kirsty Young, as the fourth trustee of the Sussex Royal Foundation-
https://mobile.twitter.com/scobie/st...92908904996864

Her husband Nick Jones owns SoHo house...

[muriel]

Originally Posted by Rudolph

Her husband Nick Jones owns SoHo house...

Kirsty is a well respected journalist is her own right. Given the Sussex' potential closeness with the Nick and Kirsty, query if Kirsty is advising them on their ongoing battle against the media.

[Rudolph]

Originally Posted by muriel

Kirsty is a well respected journalist is her own right. Given the Sussex' potential closeness with the Nick and Kirsty, query if Kirsty is advising them on their ongoing battle against the media.

She is well respected as are dozen of other journalists, only one though is married to nick jones of SoHo house.

As far as advising, no idea. They already have a couple of media advisers and at some point too many cooks spoil the broth.

I’m not sure who they’re listening too.

[loonytick]

I think it’s pretty clear that the BRF have tapped Harry and Meghan to have their focus of work veer somewhat international/Commonwealth going forward. They have both been given Commonwealth position/offices, which seemed to be hinted at when she made such a point of having all of the Commonwealth represented on her wedding veil. That focus builds quite logically on his pre-Meghan history of African volunteer work and the Invictus games. The BRF is not simply the royal house of the UK. The queen has always placed great importance (moreso, I think, than many of her British subjects, especially those I see commenting here) on the role that her household plays in Commonwealth countries and the opportunities they have to make a difference on a global scale.

If the Sussex foundation is going to do work that tackles some of the most pressing issues in the poorest Commonwealth nations, they are going to need a lot of donations from all over the world. And if they want American corporate donations, or a seamless partnership with like-minded charitable groups with US headquarters, they need to be registered in the US as a 501(c)3.

[ACO]

She also the President of Unicef. Just focusing on her being the wife of Nick Jones while ignoring all her own amazing achievements is fascinating, but predicable.

Great addition. Looking forward to the roll out next year.

[Rudolph]

I said she’s well respected but even Omid’s headline can’t escape the connection. The Sussexes have many friends at Soho house.

“Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan Choose Close Friend as Sussex Royal Charity Trustee.
The Duke and Sussex welcome journalist Kirsty Young, wife of Soho House founder Nick Jones, to the board.”

[Zaira]

Originally Posted by ACO

She also the President of Unicef. Just focusing on her being the wife of Nick Jones while ignoring all her own amazing achievements is fascinating, but predicable.

Great addition. Looking forward to the roll out next year.

Agreed on all fronts. She has multiple connections that make sense for this foundation.

[muriel]

Originally Posted by loonytick

I think it’s pretty clear that the BRF have tapped Harry and Meghan to have their focus of work veer somewhat international/Commonwealth going forward. They have both been given Commonwealth position/offices, which seemed to be hinted at when she made such a point of having all of the Commonwealth represented on her wedding veil. That focus builds quite logically on his pre-Meghan history of African volunteer work and the Invictus games. The BRF is not simply the royal house of the UK. The queen has always placed great importance (moreso, I think, than many of her British subjects, especially those I see commenting here) on the role that her household plays in Commonwealth countries and the opportunities they have to make a difference on a global scale.

If the Sussex foundation is going to do work that tackles some of the most pressing issues in the poorest Commonwealth nations, they are going to need a lot of donations from all over the world. And if they want American corporate donations, or a seamless partnership with like-minded charitable groups with US headquarters, they need to be registered in the US as a 501(c)3.

As far as I am aware, H&M's roles within the Commonwealth are focussed on youth affairs. It is not the entire "international/Commonwealth" space.

[loonytick]

Originally Posted by muriel

As far as I am aware, H&M's roles within the Commonwealth are focussed on youth affairs. It is not the entire "international/Commonwealth" space.

They are the most youthful of working royals, after all. Seriously, though, youth engagement and development is generally one of the areas where the BRF has felt most free to take a very direct hand in charitable work, even domestically (see also: the Prince’s Trust’s, the Duke Edinburgh Award, Kate’s work regarding children’s mental health, Anne’s very hands-on patronage of Save the Children, Sophie and Eugenie’s work for pediatric medical charities, etc.), so it’s where you expect them to be most active with the Commonwealth as well.

[BaiSoSo]

Originally Posted by muriel

As far as I am aware, H&M's roles within the Commonwealth are focussed on youth affairs. It is not the entire "international/Commonwealth" space.

While that may be their primary focus it isn't their only focus. Meghan is also working with higher education through ACU. In addition, we have seen Meghan involved in Women's issues/business and Harry with conservation in the Commonwealth countries they have toured thus far.

[Osipi]

Lets not forget too that the Queen, herself, has named both Harry and Meghan as the President and Vice-President of The Queen's Commonwealth Trust. To me, this shows clear intent for Harry and Meghan to devote a lot of their work to something near and dear to the Queen's heart. Her Commonwealth of Nations. She's also ensured that her son, Charles, will succeed her as the Head of the Commonwealth of Nations.

This isn't to say that the focus on the Commonwealth will solely lie with Harry and Meghan and, yes,, a lot of the focus in on the youth in the Commonwealth but it is with the young that the future lies.

[Rudolph]

Originally Posted by muriel

As far as I am aware, H&M's roles within the Commonwealth are focussed on youth affairs. It is not the entire "international/Commonwealth" space.

Even with them focused on youth affairs they take a back seat to the Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC)

“The CYC is the officially recognized voice of more than 1.2 billion young people of the Commonwealth. It is the largest and most diverse youth-led organization in the world.”

Read more: Commonwealth Youth Council (CYC)

The Commonwealth is far too vast an organisation for any one or two royals to do everything.

Every member of the BRF is a Commonwealth ambassador

[tausi]

All Royals have been working on Commonwealth Nations in their own capacity. No one role is bigger than the other except for the Head of Commonwealth of Nations.

This organization is a charity related to Youth/ young people. Looking at a pull of working royals, there are only 4 that can be considered Young (Harry, William + Wives)

William need to focus on taking full responsibilities of heir to the throne. The trip to Israel and now Pakistan proves that, not to mention Duchy of Cornwall activities. I can't see the Queen sending Prince Harry to Israel or even Pakistan.

William will likely become head of commonwealth one day - so he and his wife are not the right fit to head a charity organization that narrow the focus on one set of population. That leaves Harry + wife.

I think the name of organization make it appear more important than what it actually is. My view off course. I welcome all head hunters to chew my head now :)

[Lumutqueen]

SussexRoyal have trademarked a great many number of things ahead of the launch next year including printed matter, books, promotional material, sock, scarves, trousers and even bandanas. The trademarks were filed back in June 19.

https://twitter.com/rjmyers/status/1...738249216?s=20

[Claire]

Confused - hoping this has been done to prevent others from selling stuff under their name rather then them selling stuff themselves. Maybe I wish too much.


https://news.sky.com/story/duke-and-...royal-11896586

[carlota]

Originally Posted by Claire

Confused - hoping this has been done to prevent others from selling stuff under their name rather then them selling stuff themselves. Maybe I wish too much.


https://news.sky.com/story/duke-and-...royal-11896586

a strange move indeed, as i doubt many other royals trademarked their brands. in fact, i don't think the cambridges, the POW&DOC, etc have a brand as such. they just operate under their titles or the name of the 'operational HQ' they belong to (kensington palace, clarence house, etc). i wonder what their motivation is. maybe they plan to use the money they get from these sales to feed money to their charities and hence want to protect it?

[BaiSoSo]

Originally Posted by carlota

a strange move indeed, as i doubt many other royals trademarked their brands. in fact, i don't think the cambridges, the POW&DOC, etc have a brand as such. they just operate under their titles or the name of the 'operational HQ' they belong to (kensington palace, clarence house, etc). i wonder what their motivation is. maybe they plan to use the money they get from these sales to feed money to their charities and hence want to protect it?

This isn't a strange move, other royal foundations have made similar moves, including the Royal Foundation when it was William/Harry/Catherine. The Sussexes don't have any ulterior motives they are following procedures that other royals have taken.