The revelation has sparked anger among the veterans, prompting them to consider Harry's role and potentially vote for his removal as patron of both the Invictus Games and Invictus Games Foundation.
If Harry fails to demonstrate that Meghan's actions are unrelated to him, the organization will undergo a renaming process and select a new patron.
Since Prince Harry relaunched the Invictus Games in 2014, he has been widely credited with creating a life-changing community for wounded, injured, and sick servicemen and women.
His efforts have shed light on their stories, which will now be further showcased in an upcoming documentary series about the Invictus competitors. The first series from Harry and Meghan's company, Archewell Productions, in collaboration with Netflix, will specifically focus on the Invictus Games participants as they prepare for the 2022 games. Tentatively titled "The Heart of Invictus," the multi-episode series will see Harry serving as an executive producer and appearing on camera.
While Harry and Meghan's Netflix deal is reportedly lucrative, a spokesperson has confirmed that any compensation for this specific project will be directed to the Invictus Games Foundation. However, according to veterans, the funds allocated to the foundation are significantly smaller than expected.
It has been alleged that up to 60 percent of the money has disappeared without a clear explanation. Concerned veterans have expressed their frustration online, raising doubts about the handling of charity finances.
The Invictus Games organization recently shared its plans for the documentary series, highlighting its focus on the inspiring stories of resilience and hope exhibited by the competitors. The series will also provide insights into the organizers' preparations for the postponed event in The Hague, originally scheduled for 2020.
Since the inaugural games in 2014, hundreds of participants have taken part in adaptive sports events held in London, Toronto, Sydney, and Orlando. During the launch of the 2018 games in Sydney, Prince Harry emphasized the games' purpose, stating that they were created for servicemen and women, built around their talents and needs, and supported by their friends and families.
The games aimed to demonstrate the mental and physical fitness of wounded, sick, or injured Armed Forces personnel through team and individual sports events.
If the allegations regarding misused charity funds prove to be true, it raises concerns that Harry may have inadvertently created conditions for personal gain at the expense of disabled athletes and the generosity of benefactors.
Instead of the majority of the funds benefiting the intended recipients, only a small portion would be allocated to them, while the remainder allegedly finds its way into their own pockets. As the patron and founder of the Invictus Games, Harry's involvement in the project, which began in 2014, could face serious scrutiny, potentially resulting in the selection of a new patron or even the dissolution of the organization.
