The Prince and Princess of Wales showcased off their caring spirits today as they visited a food bank in Windsor – as millions of families struggle with the cost-of-living crisis.
Prince William, 40, and Kate Middleton, 41, visited Windsor Foodshare this morning to hear how the organisation provides for individuals and families living in the local area.
They will also help volunteers to sort food donations and prepare packages for the charity’s clients to collect later that day.
The Princess looked elegant in her Hobbs London Tilda Coat In Fuchsia Pink for the visit, which she paired with a matching Hobbs jumper and a pair of smart black trousers.
The Prince and Princess of Wales showcased off their caring spirits today as they visited a food bank in Windsor – as millions of families struggle with the cost-of-living crisis
The princess styled her hair in a bouncy blow dry for the outing and chose a subtle smokey eye and a sweep of blush.
Kate’s look, which brightened up the grey morning, has been worn by the Princess before.
During the visit, the couple met with staff who run the service, before learning more about the charity’s founding principles which centre around treating everyone as equals and making no judgements on their circumstances.
They also heard more about the impact that the rising cost of living has had on the demand for the service.
Prince William, 40, and Kate Middleton, 41, visited Windsor Foodshare this morning to hear how the organisation provides for individuals and families living in the local area
It operates on a referral basis from a variety of sources such as schools, doctors, social services, churches and community wardens.
Kate and William have long been campaigners to address a number of social challenges – from addiction and violence to family breakdown and homelessness – so often underpinned by poor mental health.
Marking its 10th anniversary later this year, Windsor Foodshare provides short-term weekly help in the form of food parcels containing ambient foods, bread, eggs, fresh fruit and vegetables to any local household where there is a likelihood of an individual or family going hungry due to a lack of funds.
Toiletries and cleaning products are also provided on a monthly basis. The organisation, which forms part of Windsor Christian Action, is completely reliant on monetary and food donations from individuals, businesses and local retail outlets.
In 2022 the charity helped to feed over 7,000 local residents, an increase of 18 per cent from the previous year’s support, meaning that on average 150 people receive food per week from Windsor Foodshare.
The Princess looked elegant in her Hobbs London Tilda Coat In Fuchsia Pink for the visit, which she paired with a matching Hobbs jumper and a pair of smart black trousers
The royal couple are set to learn more about the food bank today, as well as helping volunteers to pack sort through donations
The organisation also runs a home delivery service for people with mobility requirements and those who do not have access to transport.
It’s far from the first time the couple have volunteered at food banks during the cost-of-living crisis.
In September, Kate made a rare foray into politics when she spoke of the need for food banks as millions of families struggle with the cost-of-living crisis.
The royal made the comments about the importance of community services during a discussion with volunteers and members of the congregation at St Thomas Church in Swansea.
During the visit with husband William, Kate said: ‘With the cost of living crisis, there are a lot of desperate people out there.’
The royal said that the food bank was a ‘lifeline to so many people’ particularly after the pandemic and amid the soaring cost of living.
And in November, the Princess of Wales shared a heartwarming message of sympathy for families with the thousands of families facing the ‘devastating impact of food and energy insecurity’.
Backing the Evening Standard’s On The Breadline Christmas appeal – aimed at supporting those suffering through the cost-of-living crisis in the UK – Kate said it is a vital time to help the vulnerable.
She told the newspaper: ‘As millions of people face increasingly difficult times over the coming months, it has never been more important for us to support families who are working so hard to protect their children from the devastating impact of food and energy insecurity.’
The mother-of-three thanked the paper, its partners and readers for its work and remarked that its sure to make a difference to families in London and the UK this winter.
It’s been a busy week for Kate, who yesterday met with eight experts, appointed to offer her strategic advice and provide oversight of the work of her Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood, at Windsor Castle.
Kate, shaking hands with the specialists, said: ‘I feel a bit nervous about it! But excited too.
‘I was talking to the children this morning – the excitement and nervousness gets mixed up together in the same pot.’
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