Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding is fast approaching, taking place in just over a month, on May 19. And with the royal nuptials happening so soon, the couple has announced what they'd like as wedding gifts.
RELATED STORY
Rather than asking for presents, as Prince Harry and Markle likely already have everything they need for their home, the couple have requested that guests make donations to one of seven named charities.
On the official website for the royal wedding, a statement reveals that "anyone who might wish to mark the occasion considers making a donation to charity, rather than sending a wedding gift. Prince Harry and Ms. Markle have personally selected seven organisations they would like to support, reflecting their shared values." Which means anyone can get Meghan and Harry a wedding gift!
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have asked that people make charity donations instead of #royalwedding gifts. They have chosen causes including sport for social change, women's empowerment, conservation, the environment, homelessness, HIV and the Armed Forces.April 9, 2018
As both Markle and Prince Harry are often seen publicly supporting a variety of charities, their move to ask for donations instead of wedding gifts isn't all that surprising.
The charities they've selected are Children’s HIV Association (CHIVA), Crisis (which seeks to end homelessness), the Myna Mahila Foundation (which empowers women in Mumbai's urban slums), Scotty’s Little Soldiers (which supports children who have lost a parent in the Armed Forces), StreetGames (which encourages young people to embrace sport), Surfers Against Sewage, and The Wilderness Foundation UK.
When Markle and Prince Harry visited Wales earlier this year, they saw the impact that StreetGames had managed to have on the local community. Both were overwhelmed by the support and gratitude they received from a group of children who utilize the charity, and there's a sweet video of them meeting their fans:
This is #PrinceHarry and #MeghanMarkle at a @StreetGames event in Wales - the charity is set to benefit hugely from a share of donations given to the couple in lieu of wedding presents, it seems..... pic.twitter.com/LFvC8VouKKApril 9, 2018
RELATED STORY
-
Royal Historian Predicts Prince William Will Plan His Coronation "In a Way People Won't Expect"Royal experts weighed in on how the future King William might switch things up on his coronation day.
-
24 Gripping Murder Mystery Shows That'll Keep You Guessing Until the Very EndFor the armchair detectives among us.
-
I Found It—the Chic Flat-Shoe Trend That Looks Just as Elegant as HeelsFinally!
-
Meghan Markle Used Her Outfits to Send Messages When She Couldn’t, She SaysThe Duchess of Sussex reflected on the impact of her clothing at a time when she "wasn't out talking."
-
Meghan Markle Says This Feature Prevented Her From Modeling as It Wasn't "A Sign of Beauty"The Duchess of Sussex opened up about the early days of her career in her new podcast.
-
Meghan Markle Shares Oprah's Advice About Starting a BusinessThe iconic talk show host helped the duchess find herself in jam.
-
Why Meghan Markle Sends "Secret Emails" to Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet "Every Night"Meghan and Harry's kids will be able to access the emails "maybe when they're 16 or...18."
-
Meghan Markle Responds to Rumors She Might Run for President in the Future During Podcast Appearance"I mean, you could say, 'Never say never.'"
-
The Kardashian Sister Prince Harry Was Almost Set Up With by a Mutual Friend Before He Met Meghan Markle"I walked in and saw her with Princess Beatrice."
-
Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet's Vibrant Red Hair Is the Star of Meghan Markle's Latest Instagram PostThe little royals most definitely take after dad Prince Harry.
-
Princess Lilibet's Cute American Accent Is on Full Display as She Taste-Tests Mom Meghan Markle's JamThe little royal gave her honest review in a seriously sweet Instagram video.
