Insiders are alleging that a charity established by Prince Harry is facing financial concerns that have sparked tensions among those involved. The charity, Sentebale, has been marred by disagreements about fundraising strategies, exacerbating the public dispute that led to Prince Harry, his co-founder Prince Seeiso of Lesotho, and trustees resigning from their positions. The strife within the boardroom has highlighted clashes in personalities and struggles over leadership at Sentebale.
Despite receiving an additional £1.2m from Prince Harry’s earnings from his bestselling memoir, the charity continues to face financial worries. In response to these challenges, Sentebale has hired consultants to attract new donors from the United States. However, the one-off financial infusion from Prince Harry’s book is considered beneficial, yet it does not provide a long-term solution for sustaining the charity. This move reflects the charity’s effort to overcome its financial hurdles and secure a stable source of funding.
The Charity Commission is set to investigate the internal issues within Sentebale, which includes examining financial concerns raised by former trustees who recently stepped down due to irreconcilable differences with the board chair, Sophie Chandauka. These trustees expressed their dismay over the breakdown in relationships, labeling the situation as untenable, thus prompting their departure from the charity. One of the primary contentions involves the alleged expenditure of £500,000 on consultants in a bid to secure donations from affluent individuals and foundations in the US, although sources close to the former trustees claim this approach did not yield the desired outcomes.
As the Charity Commission delves into the allegations and counter-claims surrounding Sentebale, the simmering tensions among the charity’s leadership have been brought to the forefront. Niether Prince Harry nor Prince Seeiso have publicly commented on the situation that has led to their resignation from a cause that holds profound emotional significance for them. The rift within Sentebale underscores the challenges faced by the charity in fulfilling its mission of supporting young people affected by HIV and AIDS in southern Africa. The departure of key figures, coupled with concerns over financial management, has cast a shadow over the future of Sentebale and its ability to sustain its philanthropic endeavors
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