Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex and Princess Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex co-founders of the Archewell Foundation received an award for advocating for Afghan refugees – and providing ‘generous financial support. When the Taliban seized control of Kabul, Afghanistan in 2021 fear and uncertainty became the norm. The world is looking for leadership. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex responded to the events visible leading from the front.

Impact Work

The mark of leadership is to take the lead during times of crisis. Bringing hope, in uncertain times and providing resources to alleviate suffering and reassurance during these troubled times. Harry and Meghan are leading the humanitarian call, because leaders lead. Their Archewell Foundation adapts its work to suit the needs of emerging global situations.
Results

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex advocated for at-risk Afghans and military veterans who served in Afghanistan. The Human First Coalition awarded Archewell the Partner Organization Award for its advocacy and financial support. U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal also received the Haji Abdul Rauf Service Award for his work on behalf of Afghan refugees and asylum seekers.

Both Sen. Blumenthal and the Archewell Foundation were instrumental in assisting us as we organized efforts to assist Afghans who were left behind when the Taliban took Kabul. We cannot thank them enough for their support.-Safi Rauf, an Afghani refugee and former Taliban hostage, who established Human First Coalition

Thousands of Afghans put their lives on the line helping the United States in Afghanistan. Now with the troop withdrawals it is only right that America ensures the safety of those Afghanis who helped America preserve freedom. The Duke and Duchess, Prince Harry and Meghan were honored and incredibly humbled by the recognition.

It’s an honor to be recognized by Human First Coalition, whose steadfast work in Afghanistan has played a critical role in delivering much needed aid and resulted in the successful evacuation and resettlement of thousands globally. We share a commitment to supporting families and veterans and are grateful for their partnership. – Archewell Foundation Executive Director, James Holt

Prince Harry , his beautiful wife Princess Meghan committed to remembering, reflecting, and honoring service members, veterans, and military families from around the world.” Prince Harry spent a decade in the military. Meghan went on a USO Tour in 2014 to support the troops.

The philanthropists took a trip to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in New Jersey for a luncheon and meet-and-greet with service members across six military branches plus their spouses. Plus a low-key visit to meet Afghan refugees Task Force Liberty zone, where over 10,000 Afghan evacuees were supported by the Department of Defense.

In 2021 Sussexes shared that they donated to “several organizations that honor and protect families—from those being relocated from Afghanistan to American families in need of paid parental leave. Archewell and Team Rubicon—which Prince Harry has previously worked with after the 2015 Nepal earthquake led a fundraiser for the evacuees.