Today, I want to reflect on an anniversary that speaks volumes about Prince William’s character. It’s been two decades since he decided to join Centrepoint, the British organization that works with young people experiencing homelessness.
It was his first official sponsorship, a step he took in 2005, following in the footsteps of Princess Diana, who had supported the organization since 1992. William was very young at the time, but he already knew he wanted to get truly involved: he spent days volunteering and learning about the realities faced by the children they cared for.
How did William celebrate his 20th anniversary at Centrepoint?
The commemoration was very much in his style. William arrived at Centrepoint’s headquarters in Whitechapel and began his visit by cutting a huge three-tier chocolate cake, made by renowned pastry chef Juliet Sear.
While sharing the cake with the team, he expressed gratitude for the work of those who have supported the project for years. “The Centrepoint family is one I am very proud to be a part of,” he said, and the phrase sounded sincere, almost intimate.
What did the prince highlight during their meeting?
William emphasized that the real credit goes to the staff and the young people whose lives have been transformed with the organization’s support. He spoke about the progress made over the past two decades and what it means to support those going through difficult times.
He remarked that the enormous cake symbolized the team’s affection and daily efforts, and encouraged everyone to help themselves to a piece. A very characteristic detail of his: simple and direct.
The visit concluded with conversations among workers, children supported by the organization, and several individuals recognized for overcoming difficult circumstances and now assisting other young people.
William not only celebrated an anniversary; he also reaffirmed a relationship that began as a tribute to his mother and now defines his public identity. Centrepoint was his first official commitment, and two decades later, it remains one of the most personal pillars of his agenda.