Prince Harry, Meghan Markle Request Charity Donations Over Wedding Gifts

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are asking people who wish to send them a wedding gift to consider donating to one of several selected charities instead, Kensington Palace announced Monday.

The seven chosen charities "represent a range of issues that they are passionate about," the Palace said in a statement, including women's empowerment, HIV, homelessness and the environment.

"Many of these are small charities, and the couple are pleased to be able to amplify and shine a light on their work."

Amanda Williams, chair of the Children's HIV Association (CHIVA), which supports children with HIV across the U.K. and Ireland, said she was "delighted and honoured" that CHIVA had been chosen by the royal couple.