Prince Harry has pledged £1.1million to BBC Children in Need to help grassroots groups tackling youth violence during a visit to Nottingham on Tuesday.
The Duke of Sussex, who has supported organisations in the city for more than a decade, announced the personal donation while visiting the Community Recording Studio (CRS).
The broadcaster will also contribute £300,000 to the scheme, which will provide funding to local projects working with vulnerable young people.
The initiative will focus on creating opportunities for young people, nurturing their potential and offering alternatives to violence.
Prince Harry donates £1.1million of his personal wealth to Children in Need
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Harry, 40, spent the day with staff, volunteers and beneficiaries at CRS and Epic Partners, two Nottingham groups he has worked with since 2014.
He joined a roundtable with local leaders, including the city’s Police and Crime Commissioner, and later watched performances from young people who have benefited from the studio’s support.
The Duke said: “The incredible work being done by grassroots organisations like CRS and Epic Partners is not only inspiring – it’s essential.
"We’re grateful for the support of BBC Children in Need in helping changemakers in the city continue their mission to create safe spaces, build trust, and offer hope and belonging to young people who need it most.”
Prince Harry greeting royal fans in Nottingham today
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Harry also took part in a recording session before meeting young people who have been directly supported by the organisations.
Tony Okotie, Director of Impact at BBC Children in Need, welcomed the donation. He said: “We are incredibly grateful to the Duke of Sussex for this generous donation.
"Youth work is a lifeline for many young people. It makes up around 30% of the projects that we support at BBC Children in Need.
"So this funding will help us reach even more communities where young people are ready to be heard and supported. Together, we can create spaces where young people feel safe, heard, and empowered to build brighter futures.”
Prince Harry also took part in a recording session
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CRS chief executive Trevor Rose described the donation as a powerful endorsement of grassroots youth work. He said: “We believe in the power of creativity and mentorship in changing a young person’s life.
"The Duke’s visit and this generous donation are a powerful endorsement of the work being done at a grassroots level to positively impact young people’s futures. It’s a reminder that when we invest in young people, we invest in safer, stronger communities.”
Pete Bewley, CEO of Epic Partners, said Harry’s ongoing backing continues to resonate in Nottingham. “The Duke’s continued support means a great deal to our community. His visit today not only shines a light on the challenges young people face, but also on the power of youth work to transform lives.”
BBC Children in Need is the UK’s largest independent funder of youth work, supporting projects that create safe spaces, provide mentoring and help young people build resilience.