Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have revealed details of a previously undisclosed charitable effort, calling it part of a major “mission” to support students as the new school year begins.
In a joint statement posted on the Archewell Foundation’s website, the couple shared that to mark the start of the 2025 school year, their team partnered with a charity that “believes everyone has something to give.” The mission, they explained, was to “connect people through acts of service that strengthen communities, improve lives, and remind us we all belong.”
The effort coincided with the charity’s 16th Annual Back to School Week, where Harry and Meghan joined “hundreds of volunteers to help level the playing field for under-resourced students and schools.”
Describing the hands-on work, the statement said, “Together, we packed backpacks brimming with essential supplies, bundled pencils, and wrote heartfelt notes filled with encouragement, hope, and joy—reminders to each student that they are seen, valued, and capable of great things.”
These backpacks, the couple noted, will soon be delivered to classrooms and children throughout Los Angeles. The goal is to give students not only the tools they need for the year ahead but also, as they wrote, “a tangible reminder that their community is behind them every step of the way.”
The project reflects the Archewell Foundation’s focus on service-driven initiatives and community support, continuing Harry and Meghan’s ongoing commitment to education and youth empowerment. While the charity they partnered with was not named in the statement, the description highlights an emphasis on both practical aid and personal encouragement.
For the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, this “secret mission” was not just about distributing school supplies but about fostering connection and belonging for students who might otherwise feel overlooked. Their statement underscores the belief that small gestures—like a note of encouragement—can have a lasting impact on a child’s confidence and motivation.
By quietly taking part in the effort before going public, Harry and Meghan appear to have wanted the focus to remain on the students and the community rather than on their own involvement. The reveal on the Archewell website now offers a glimpse into one of their latest philanthropic activities as the couple continues to champion causes close to their hearts.