Prince William Visits The Passage, An Organization Close To Princess Diana's Heart: 'Everyone Has Done Incredible Things'
Oct. 1 2021, Published 10:31 a.m. ET
Prince William is making his mother proud! The 39-year-old visited The Passage, an organization that Princess Diana was fond of, on Thursday, September 30.
While visiting the charity's headquarters — their "aim is to provide homeless people with support to transform their own lives" — William got to meet with volunteers and staff, and he was touched by their hospitality. "40 years. 40 years of life-changing work @PassageCharity," he wrote on social media. "Every time I come here, I am touched by the warmth and friendliness, and the dignity and respect you show to everyone who comes through your door."
"Over the many years that I have visited The Passage, first with my mother when I was just a small boy, I have developed a great affection for you all," he continued. "I am always so impressed to see and hear the difference that The Passage makes to the lives of people who are experiencing homelessness. Thank you to everyone for your continuous work. W."
William — who took over as royal patron from his mother in 2019 — also recalled trips with the late princess back in the day.
"Everyone has played their part and done incredible things. Your dedication and determination are remarkable, and you should all be extremely proud of your achievements," he shared. "All of you in this room — whether you are clients, staff, volunteers, partners or supporters — are what makes this place so very special."
"Over the many years that I have visited The Passage, first with my mother when I was just a small boy, I have developed a great affection for everyone who is here," he gushed. "Every time I come here, I am touched by your warmth and friendliness, and the dignity and respect you show to every single person who comes through your door. I am always so impressed to see and hear the difference that The Passage makes to the lives of people who are experiencing homelessness."
The dad-of-three handed out a gong to Nomonde Mkhwanazi, whom he interacted with years ago.
"You are smiling more than you were last time. I'm so pleased that things are getting better for you, really pleased," he said.
