Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are offering an exclusive dining experience with themselves for a staggering price of approximately $100,000 per guest. This unique opportunity aims to raise funds for their nonprofit organization, the Archewell Foundation, which was established in 2020. The arrangement was first reported by the Daily Mail and involves collaboration with CharityBuzz, a prominent fundraising platform known for auctioning celebrity experiences to benefit charitable causes.
The proceeds from this exclusive dinner are directed towards initiatives aligned with the foundation’s mission, particularly in connection with World Mental Health Day. A spokesperson for Archewell confirmed the partnership, stating, “We have partnered with numerous fundraising partners over the years and CharityBuzz has been one of them.” Unlike many typical listings on CharityBuzz, this opportunity was not publicly advertised on their website. Instead, it appears to have been shared privately with affluent individuals accustomed to bidding significant amounts for exclusive experiences.
A source familiar with the event indicated that “people will pay hundreds of thousands of dollars to have dinner with them,” underscoring the high demand for such exclusive access. This auction follows a broader trend on CharityBuzz, which has raised over $650 million for charitable causes since its inception. The platform has previously hosted similar experiences featuring celebrities like George Clooney, Beyoncé, and Paul McCartney.
Financial Impact of Archewell Foundation
Established shortly after the couple stepped back from royal duties, the Archewell Foundation has relied heavily on substantial donations, many of which remain anonymous. Recent financial disclosures reveal that the organization distributed just over $1.1 million to charitable causes last year, while receiving more than $4.2 million in grants. A significant portion of this funding originated from a single contribution linked to Fidelity Charitable, supplemented by donations from a small group of unnamed individuals.
In a related development, the spokesperson for Archewell acknowledged that the foundation is undergoing internal changes. “Yes, we are making some Archewell changes,” the spokesperson stated, adding that further details about future philanthropic endeavors would be disclosed at a later date. This restructuring comes as the organization continues to adapt and grow its outreach efforts.
With their celebrity status, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle continue to leverage their influence to support meaningful causes. The exclusive dinner represents not just a fundraising opportunity, but also an engagement with their supporters, highlighting the importance of mental health initiatives and charitable giving.
