Following an assessment of their ties to over 1,000 organizations, King Charles and other prominent British royals will give up their patronage of nearly 200 charities and organizations, Buckingham Palace announced on Saturday.
After Queen Elizabeth passed away, an investigation was started to look into all the organizations and charities that she, Charles, and his wife Queen Camilla were affiliated with, either as patrons or presidents.
Charles was associated with 441 and Camilla 100, whereas Elizabeth was the patron of 492 organizations. Just over 830 of the patronages were retained by the king and queen, or given to other royal family members.
Organizations can apply for a royal family member to become their patron, which entitles them to provide publicity for their efforts and aids in the widespread recognition of their accomplishments.
The Royal British Legion, the largest armed forces charity, the Dogs Trust, the Jockey Club and the Wildlife Trusts, a grassroots nature organisation are just a few that will continue to have a royal connection.
According to Craig Bennett, Chief Executive of the Wildlife Trusts, “His majesty has consistently demonstrated foresight, courage, and leadership as he has helped communities, charities, and businesses grapple with the challenges and opportunities inherent in living more sustainably and in harmony with nature."
"It is therefore a great honour that His Majesty has agreed to continue with his patronage."
This week, which is also Charles and Camilla's first anniversary of being crowned, the review's conclusions will be distributed to the pertinent organizations, the palace announced.
