But here’s something we often miss: they do a ton of the same volunteer work you might do. They visit hospitals, serve meals at soup kitchens, and read to children in schools. The difference? They do it with a security detail.
Many of them have founded their own charities. The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, worked with a charity to create a community cookbook after a tragic fire. It was small, local, and deeply personal.
They do these things because they genuinely believe in service—and because, like any good community member, they realize that helping others is the most fulfilling thing you can do. It’s not just a duty; it’s a purpose.
The Crown's Dominic West: Royal family 'public property,' 'fair game'
