Prince Harry sends heartfelt letter to bereaved military children ahead of Remembrance Weekend
Members of Scotty’s have received a heartfelt letter from Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex ahead of Remembrance weekend – letting them know how proud the nation is of them and reminding them that they are never alone.
Prince Harry has supported Scotty’s since 2017 and became the charity’s Global Ambassador in 2023. It’s become an annual tradition for the Duke to write a letter to members of Scotty’s over the Remembrance period. Scotty’s is dedicated to supporting children and young people, 0-25 years, who have experienced the death of a parent who served in the British Armed Forces.
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What Prince Harry’s letter means to members of Scotty’s
For members of Scotty’s, receiving the letter from Prince Harry is deeply meaningful — a reminder that the wider military community and the nation stand beside them during this emotional time of year.
Among them is 21-year-old Molly Reynolds, whose dad, Sgt Antony Reynolds, served in the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers and died in 2018. Molly is a member of Scotty’s Council – a group of Scotty’s beneficiaries with lived experience who help ensure bereaved military children and young people have a voice. Molly said:
“Receiving this letter from Prince Harry for Remembrance Day is really special as it reminds us that we are not alone and he understands us, not just as someone who has served but also as someone who was bereaved as a child - so he truly understands what we have been through. It is also a reminder that others are remembering and honouring our parents alongside us.”
Scotty’s Founder, Nikki Scott, added:
It’s become an annual tradition that Prince Harry writes to our members ahead of Remembrance weekend. It means a lot to all of us at Scotty’s that he takes the time to write such a thoughtful and heartfelt letter. His words capture exactly what Scotty’s is about – helping bereaved military families feel they belong and giving them the strength and confidence to achieve and thrive, even while carrying their grief.
“This weekend is always deeply emotional for our families, but it’s also a time for pride and connection. Knowing that Prince Harry – and the country – are standing alongside them means the world.”