Princess Kate issues new statement as she marks key milestone
The Princess of Wales has issued a new statement.
Princess Kate has issued a new statement to mark a significant milestone for a charity she is patron of. The Princess of Wales has been patron of Evelina London Children's Hospital in London since 2018 and wrote a message to the charity as it marked its 20th anniversary.
In the message, Kate, 43, wrote: “As Patron of Evelina, I'm delighted to join everyone at Evelina London Children's Hospital in celebrating the 20th anniversary of its iconic hospital building. Over the past two decades, this extraordinary space has enabled Evelina London to care for nearly three times as many children and young people as when it first opened. It is a place that symbolises love, healing and hope and has had such an impact on countless lives."
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She continued: “As I know from my visits, the building's bright, welcoming spaces and wonderful light-filled atrium ensure children feel safe, supported and nurtured as they face whatever challenges lie ahead.
“What makes this building so special is the remarkable staff, whose compassion and expertise shine through in every corner of the hospital, and create an environment where families feel cared for and uplifted.
"Looking ahead, I am filled with hope for Evelina's future. As it continues to grow, even more children will benefit from the world-class care that defines Evelina, a place where healing begins with connection, and every child is cherished."
The princess has visited the charity a number of times, with her last visit being in December 2023 when she opened the Children's Day Surgery Unit.
She has also previously visited with her husband Prince William.
Princess Kate has always also showed support for the charity in a number of ways, and even invited five members of staff from Evelina London to her Royal carol service last year.
The charity has previously said how “proud and honoured” it is to have Kate as its patron.
