Princess Eugenie has decided to step back from her role at The King’s Foundation after just one year. The daughter of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Sarah Ferguson was appointed as a mentor for the ‘35 under 35’ initiative in May 2025, which aimed to support young leaders in the fashion, architecture, and environmental activism sectors.
Although pregnant with her third child, King Charles’ niece had previously commended the Foundation’s work aligned with the King’s interests. However, after only a year, Eugenie has chosen to reduce her involvement. Reports suggest that the princess only attended one official event during her time with the foundation.
It is understood that Eugenie’s association with the organization was intended to last only for the Foundation’s 35th anniversary year, thus naturally concluding her participation. Despite this, she had multiple interactions with program participants, offering ongoing support and advice. The King’s Foundation has been approached for a statement.
Eugenie made her sole public appearance for the foundation last November, delivering a speech at a mentors brunch in Soho, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and how her love for art influenced her career as an art gallery director at Hauser and Wirth.
In March, it was disclosed that Eugenie had also resigned from Anti-Slavery International following her father’s arrest the previous month. Her profile was removed from the charity’s website, where her contributions to combating modern slavery were previously highlighted.
Despite these developments, Eugenie maintains a positive relationship with her uncle, King Charles, who expressed his happiness at her recent pregnancy announcement from Buckingham Palace. Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank are expecting their third child, adding to their two sons, August and Ernest.
