Look To The Stars News: Prince Charles

Boy George To Perform At Prince's Trust Spring Ball

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 13:45:00 +0000

The Prince’s Trust has announced that Boy George will headline this year’s Spring Ball in May.

This star-studded charity event is back for a fourth year and is a night not to be missed. Enjoy an evening of pure indulgence in the company of Prince’s Trust Ambassadors, leading names in the world of music, fashion and entertainment.

Start your evening with delicious cocktails before you savour a gourmet meal with great wine and then hit the dance floor, all in the magnificent surroundings of London’s most exclusive member’s club.

Prince Charles Revisits London Riot Victims

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:30:00 +0000

Prince Charles and The Duchess of Cornwall returned to Tottenham last week, seeing the progress that has been made to regenerate the area six months after it was affected by the London riots.

Visiting in August last year, The Prince was keen that his charities continue to work in Tottenham, and last week Their Royal Highnesses saw first-hand the regeneration projects taking place.

Their Royal Highnesses began their visit at the site of the new Post Office after it was previously destroyed during the riots, meeting representatives from Haringey Council and MP David Lammy to talk about how the area is recovering with the help of the borough and The Prince’s Charities.

Prince Charles Optimistic About Fish Stocks

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0000

Prince Charles has said that despite evidence about the continued decline of the world’s fish stocks there is real cause for optimism about the future of this vital resource.

Citing a new report published last week by his International Sustainability Unit (ISU), The Prince says that if sustainable management of fisheries is applied more widely the long-term benefits will be seen in larger catches at sea, higher earnings, more secure jobs and healthier marine ecosystems.

However, His Royal Highness warns that if action is not taken now to significantly increase the sustainable management of fish stocks worldwide then the current alarming situation may become even more serious and, ultimately, irreversible.

Duchess Of Cornwall Donates Books And Buys Teddy Bears At Charity Shop

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:45:00 +0000

The Duchess of Cornwall has donated books and bought teddy bears for her grandchildren on a visit to a charity book shop and clothes store in London.

Her Royal Highness, Patron of south London based Trinity Hospice, the oldest hospice in England, looked round the shops in Kensington, west London. They are two of 21 stores which jointly raise £3.2 million a year – a third of the cost of the charity’s work.

The Duchess and her husband Prince Charles donated a number of books, including one co-written by The Prince, called Harmony.

Prince Charles Visits Cafe In Memory Of Murdered Student

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:30:00 +0000

The Prince of Wales, Prince Charles, met young people working to make society a better place through his Youth United initiative this week.

His Royal Highness visited a London café opened in memory of murdered schoolboy Jimmy Mizen, and met young representatives from The Prince’s Trust, the Scout Association, and Families United including the Mizen family.

The Prince of Wales has worked for 35 years through the Prince’s Trust to help young people overcome barriers and boost their self-esteem. Youth United is a collaborative effort between youth organizations and the army and police force to enable young people to help make positive changes in their communities.

Prince William Named As Young Offenders Charity Patron

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:30:00 +0000

St Giles Trust – a leading south London charity which helps offenders give up a life of crime – is celebrating Royal endorsement on hearing that His Royal Highness Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, has become Patron of St Giles Trust for 2012.

2012 is also the charity’s 50th anniversary.

Gary Barlow Meets Royal Family At Charity Concert

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 11:30:00 +0000

TRH The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall alongside The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge met Take That star and X Factor head judge Gary Barlow at one of his charity concerts this week.

The concerts at London’s stunning Royal Albert Hall were held in support of disadvantaged young people, raising vital funds for The Prince’s Trust and The Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry.

Gary said: “It is an honour to play for members of the royal family. I wanted to hold my solo concerts as a way of raising funds for these amazing charities – The Prince’s Trust along with the Foundation which are causes close to my heart. The money raised will go a long way to supporting the most disadvantaged young people to turn their lives around. It’s a critical time for young people at the moment and I want to do my bit to help.”

Prince Charles Backs Westminster Abbey Appeal

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 12:30:00 +0000

Prince Charles is backing a fundraising appeal by London’s Westminster Abbey that aims to raise more than £12 million to open up the Abbey’s triforium.

The triforium is the upper gallery of the historic abbey, which stands 70ft high and gives what is described as the “best view in Europe”.

The triforium is currently used for storage and is accessed by stone stairs, but the new campaign aims to clear it out for the benefit of the public, and to install an elevator.

Pete Townshend To Headline Charity Rock Gala

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:45:00 +0000

Rock legend Pete Townshend will be joined by a plethora of acts at a very special celebrity charity concert in London next month.

The Prince’s Trust Rock Gala 2011 will feature the legendary The Who guitarist in a lineup that also includes YolanDa Brown, Kenney Jones, Mark King, Julian Lennon, Cerys Matthews, Imelda May, comedian and musician Tim Minchin, Charlie Siem and Midge Ure. More acts are yet to be announced.

Kylie Minogue Signs Prince's Trust Shirt For Celebrity Charity Auction

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 14:00:00 +0000

A shirt specially designed for the Prince’s Trust and signed by Kylie Minogue is going under the hammer in a fantastic new celebrity charity auction.

The Prince’s Trust was established by Prince Charles to help disadvantaged young people achieve their potential by offering training, mentoring and financial assistance.

Prince Charles' Charity Promises Riot Donation

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 13:00:00 +0000

Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall recently met young people from some of the communities most affected by the London riots at The Prince’s Trust centre in Hackney.

The visit comes as The Prince of Wales’ youth charity – The Prince’s Trust – announces plans to double its support for young people across five of the areas hardest hit by the England riots, including Manchester, Birmingham and the London communities of Hackney, Tottenham and Croydon.

The Trust is planning a £2.5 million investment in these areas, giving disadvantaged young people positive opportunities to keep their lives on track. As well as committing £1 million from funds already raised, the charity is calling on the business community to back a £1.5 million fundraising drive to raise the rest of the cash.

The Pope Joins Celebrity Charity Art Auction For Darfur

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 16:00:00 +0000

Unique works of art created by 100 celebrities will be auctioned by author Jeffrey Archer on the 15th September at the Drawn…to Darfur Celebrity Charity Art Auction in London to help the forgotten children of Darfur.

Lord Archer offered to help when he heard that nearly 100 celebrities – including His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI, Prince Charles, Prime Minister David Cameron, Melvyn Bragg, Martin Clunes, Rolf Harris, Anne Heche, Eamonn Holmes, Kelly Holmes, Ken Howard, Robert Lindsay, Julian Lloyd-Webber, Joanna Lumley, Ruth Rendell, Cliff Richard, Prunella Scales, Chris Tarrant and many more – have been drawing for Darfur as part of UK based charity Kids for Kids’ 10th Birthday celebrations.

Prince Charles Marks 35th Anniversary Of Charity

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 16:00:00 +0000

Prince Charles has hosted a star-studded event to mark the 35th anniversary of the Prince’s Trust.

Surrounded by charity ambassadors such as Rod Stewart, Kevin Spacey and Jools Holland at Clarence House, Charles told supporters that “everybody has got some potential, skill or talent that can be brought out. I’m unbelievably proud of all those who show they really can do it. I hope I shall live long enough to see even more people make a fantastic success of their lives and give something back to this country.”

The Prince’s Trust gives practical and financial support to help disadvantaged young people aged between 14 and 30 develop workplace skills. The Trust offers support by training, mentoring and giving financial assistance to help disadvantaged young people achieve their potential.

Get Your Hands On Sharon Osbourne's Bag For Charity

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 12:00:00 +0000

A Fendi Spy handbag belonging to Sharon Osbourne is going under the hammer on a website that sells the secondhand items of the stars.

The bag also comes with a signed photograph and label. Proceeds will go to the Prince’s Trust, an organization established by Prince Charles to help disadvantaged young people reach their full potential.

Celebrities Join Prince Charles For Charity Success Awards

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 12:30:00 +0000

The Prince of Wales was joined by a host of celebrities at The Prince’s Trust & L’Oréal Paris Celebrate Success Awards at London’s Leicester Square Odeon last week.

Cheryl Cole, Kimberley Walsh, Steve Jones and Christine Bleakley were among those gathered at the star-studded ceremony to recognise young people who have overcome challenges such as abuse, depression, addiction and homelessness to achieve success with the youth charity’s support.

Young Achiever

Stars Put Their Lipstick On For Prince Charles

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 15:30:00 +0000

Kara Tointon, KT Tunstall, Holly Valance and Jenni Falconer are some of the stars who have thrown their support behind a new lipstick to benefit the Prince’s Trust.

Kara Tointon

Naomi Campbell Announces Celebrity Charity Shop

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 11:00:00 +0000

Model Naomi Campbell and her Fashion For Relief campaign are to open a one-week-only pop-up charity shop in London next month.

The shop will feature items owned by the supermodel and other celebrities – including Little Britain’s David Walliams – as well as labels such as Stella McCartney. Naomi will front the shop, along with other celebrities, to benefit the Prince’s Trust, a charity established by Prince Charles to offer support by training, mentoring and financial assistance to help disadvantaged young people achieve their potential.

The pop-up shop will open its doors at Westfield London with a special preview night on Tuesday 5th April and then stay open to the public until Wed 13th April 2011.

Cheryl Cole Discusses Charity With Prince Charles

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Girls Aloud singer Cheryl Cole has met with Prince Charles to discuss her plans for a new charity.

Cole is set to launch a new foundation in aid of the Prince’s Trust, a charity set up by the Prince of Wales in 1976 to help disadvantaged young people start their own businesses and get on their feet.

Annie Lennox To Entertain Prince Charles For Charity Tonight

Tue, 08 Feb 2011 11:30:00 +0000

Annie Lennox is to headline a Zimbabwean charity event tonight.

On February 8th, Prince Charles and Thokozani Khupe – representing Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai – will preside over the first annual charity gala for the A to Z Trust.

Charles And Camilla Rock The Royal Albert Hall For Charity

Thu, 18 Nov 2010 15:00:00 +0000

Prince Charles and the Duchess of Cornwall attended a massive charity rock concert in London last night to benefit the Prince’s Trust.

Phil Collins, Tom Jones, Jamie Cullum, Eric Clapton, Queen’s Brian May and Roger Taylor, Status Quo, Live Aid creator Midge Ure and many others hit the stage at the Royal Albert Hall on November 17 for the charity’s Rock Gala 2010. The evening was hosted by comedian Rob Brydon, Barry Humphries as his hilarious alter ego Dame Edna Everage. The show was filmed in 3D for a future release.

In the 1980s The Prince’s Trust was synonymous with the Rock Gala. The fundraising concerts were created when the UK economy was gripped by inflation, strikes and high unemployment following recession. Britain’s youth had little hope and no future. The Trust called upon supporters including Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger, Brian May and Tina Turner to form ‘super groups’, raising money to help the most disadvantaged young people.

Russell Brand Surprises Scottish Teenager With Charity Award

Mon, 08 Nov 2010 15:30:00 +0000

Scottish teenager Ryan McLaughlin, whose Shine on Scotland campaign aims to raise awareness of the importance of Vitamin D in the battle against Multiple Sclerosis, has been awarded a Pride of Britain Award by Russell Brand.

The comedian made a surprise visit to the Scottish parliament last week to make the announcement while 15-year-old Ryan was making a speech… although he made a minor mistake of confusing Ryan with his brother Darren.

“What a wonderful person you are and what a wonderful example of how things that are difficult and challenging in life can be turned around if you have a beautiful spirit like you obviously do have,” said Russell Brand.

British Royalty Opens Clarence House Doors For Charity

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 11:30:00 +0000

The Duchess of Cornwall has auctioned a private tour of Clarence House, where she lives with Princes Charles, William and Harry, to raise money for a French medical clinic in London.

Camilla, who has been Patron of Dispensaire Francais since early 2009, follows Queen Elizabeth II and the Queen Mother, King Edward VII and Queen Victoria, the clinic’s first patron, in this traditional role.

Dispensaire provides medical services to French speaking patients who are unable to make use of the national health services. Open five days per week, the clinic is staffed by over two dozen volunteer doctors and specialists.

Idris Elba Goes To The Wire For Prince's Trust

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 12:00:00 +0000

Before Idris Elba became a household name for his role as drug dealer Russell “Stringer” Bell in hit TV series The Wire, his acting career received a kick start from a UK-based charity – and now Elba is giving back to the British charity by filming a motivational documentary for the organization.

 "I grew up around people who have gone through hardship and crime and I knew people who were criminals," said Elba, “My character in The Wire harvests kids who have come out of school and into crime. But there are a lot of talented kids out there who just need a foot in the door.”  

The London-born actor is an anti-crime ambassador for the Prince’s Trust, a UK charity set up by British royal Charles, Prince of Wales. The company gave him a $2,400 (£1,500) grant as a teenager, which paid for his place at the National Youth Music Theatre.  

Roger Moore Steps Up Battle Against Foie Gras

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:30:00 +0000

Former James Bond star Roger Moore is continuing his fight against British supermarkets that stock Foie Gras by paying for and appearing in a new PETA ad placed outside the entrance to Selfridges Food Hall in central London.

Foie Gras is a pâté made from the livers of ducks and geese, and the actor is campaigning against the cruel way producers fatten the livers – up to two kilograms of mash are pumped into the birds’ stomachs through a pipe two or three times a day. The pipes sometimes puncture the birds’ throats, causing the animals to bleed to death.

The actor originally had a different image from the one used in mind, but the advertising agency deemed it as offensive.

Prince Charles Thanks Celebrities For Charity Support

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:30:00 +0000

Prince Charles thanked a number of high-profile celebrities for their support of his Prince’s Trust this week by holding a special garden party at his Highgrove home near Tetbury, in Gloucestershire.

Along with the Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Charles wined and dined over 100 guests, including Phil Collins – the Trust’s first ambassador – as well as Bryan Adams, Phillip Schofield, Gary Lineker, Sir Ben Kingsley, Jenson Button, Amanda Burton, Sanjeev Bhaskar, Jeremy Irons, Joss Stone, Kate Adie, Aleisha Dixon and many others. The celebrity ambassadors were given a tour of the Highgrove estate in the late summer sun before lunching on asparagus and pea risotto followed by summer berries with pannacotta.

“I have been a Prince’s Trust ambassador for going back 20 years and it is has been a real privilege to be able to meet people who have benefited from the scheme and turned their life around,” said Gary Linekar.