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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry spent a sunlit day in Los Angeles teaching their two young children what community service looks like in practice. The family visited a busy nonprofit kitchen to prepare and pack meals for people facing hunger, turning a simple errand into a hands-on lesson in giving.
Family volunteer day at Our Big Kitchen Los Angeles
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex brought Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet to Our Big Kitchen Los Angeles. The visit was organized by their Archewell Foundation. Volunteers and staff worked side by side with the family to assemble meals for local programs.
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Photos from the site show the children on the packaging line. They helped with simple tasks, like shaping dough and arranging vegetables.
How the meal prep unfolded
The group focused on efficient meal assembly. Ingredients were prepped, containers filled, and meals sealed for distribution.
- Bell peppers and rice were portioned for hot meals.
- Meat and vegetarian options were packed into containers.
- Prepared trays were labeled and boxed for delivery.
Team members noted the children happily joining brief, supervised shifts. Meghan wore an apron and Harry worked in a kitchen smock.
Who received the food: local partners and beneficiaries
Archewell and OBKLA coordinated deliveries to local nonprofits. The meals went to organizations that serve people experiencing food insecurity in Los Angeles.
- Los Angeles Mercy Housing
- Pico Union Project
- PATH (People Assisting The Homeless)
OBKLA serves tens of thousands of meals each year, and the Sussex family’s contribution supported that ongoing effort.
Parents teaching values through hands-on work
Meghan and Harry used the day to show their children how compassion and effort meet in a community kitchen. They emphasized practical tasks over photo ops.
In interviews earlier this year, Meghan described how gardening at home helps teach patience and respect for food. She and Harry have a veggie patch and a small farmer’s market set-up at their Montecito home.
Meghan explained that watching something grow, harvesting it, and deciding whether to share or sell creates real-world lessons. She framed those moments as part of raising children who understand privilege and responsibility.
Archewell Foundation’s approach to local outreach
Archewell continues to back hands-on service and local partnerships. The foundation often teams with community organizations to address basic needs and build resilience.
During the LA visit, Archewell staff coordinated logistics and volunteer shifts. The effort paired celebrity visibility with practical help in kitchens and on delivery routes.
Holiday routine and quiet Thanksgiving plans
The family’s volunteer morning came shortly before their Thanksgiving plans. Meghan has said the couple prefers a low-key holiday at home with close family and friends.
Doria Ragland, Meghan’s mother, lives nearby and is typically invited to the celebration. The Sussexes also make space for friends who might be alone during the holiday.
Meghan has spoken about enjoying new memories with the children each year. She looks forward to seeing holidays through their eyes and making the season fun and meaningful.
