Kensington Palace shares first statement from royal couple following prestigious U.S. recognition
Prince William and Princess Catherine have made their first public statement after being named to the 2025 TIME100 Philanthropy list, a rare and significant joint honor recognising their dedication to modernising royal charity work.
Kensington Palace released the couple’s message shortly after they represented King Charles at a Buckingham Palace Garden Party, saying:
“Lovely to meet so many inspiring guests from all over the UK at today’s Garden Party!”
The honor comes as the Prince and Princess of Wales continue to step further into their roles as future monarchs. In its tribute, TIME magazine noted how the pair are “less concerned with cultural preservation and more attuned to social issues,” citing their efforts to address homelessness, rural mental health, and climate innovation through initiatives like the Royal Foundation and Earthshot Prize.
William’s environmental award, launched in 2020, and Catherine’s Shaping Us campaign on early childhood development, were both praised for bringing forward-thinking solutions to long-standing issues.
The recognition also contrasts with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who appeared on the TIME100 list in 2021 but were not included this year. Meghan Markle, however, recently made headlines for her appearance at the TIME100 Summit in New York, where she discussed her business ventures.
As global attention shifts to the evolving face of the monarchy, William and Catherine’s strategic focus on social impact continues to earn them international acclaim.
