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Mint
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Prince William's charity polo cup cut ties with donor for allegedly selling ‘private audience' with him and Kate
Prince William's charity polo has reportedly cut ties with a donor who allegedly attempted to use the event to sell 'private meetings' with the Prince and Princess of Wales in exchange for donations. The sponsor of the Royal Charity Polo Cup in question here is millionaire Minerva Mondejar Steiner's Mondejar Gallery. According to The Sunday Times report, the Mondejar Foundation had allegedly offered access to Prince William and Princess Kate Middleton in exchange for a donation. A screenshot of an email reportedly sent to members of the exclusive networking group, A Small World, shows that they pitched a 'private audience' with the royal couple for approximately $27,362, according to The Sunday Times. The offer was tied to an invitation to the Royal Charity Polo Cup, which is reportedly scheduled for Friday, July 11, in Windsor. "As patron of the Mondejar Foundation, you're invited to support their philanthropic work through a charitable donation, in return for which you will be welcomed to this prestigious occasion," the email said, according to The Sunday Times. 'Hosted in the presence of members of the British Royal Family, and supported by the Mondejar Foundation, this highly exclusive gathering unites leading figures from philanthropy, fashion, the arts, and culture for a truly unforgettable day.' According to the outlet, Mondejar Steiner's team also offered potential advertisers the opportunity to meet Prince William, which would be featured in a magazine distributed to everyone attending the polo match. For about $68,406, advertisers could buy a double-page spread with two 'VVIP tickets' for seats at the match and 'access to the royals'. Following the allegations, the Royal Charity Polo Cup took swift action to sever ties with the gallery. According to a PEOPLE report, while the Royal Charity and the Mondejar Foundation had no relationship, the organisers had entered into a sponsorship agreement with the Mondejar Gallery. They are now in the process of terminating that arrangement. The report also said that William's charitable team was not aware of the Mondejar Foundation or of its attempts to solicit donations through its exclusive networking group by offering access to the royal couple via the polo event. Mondejar Steiner declined to comment for The Sunday Times and has not replied to PEOPLE.
New York Post
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Prince William cuts ties with wealthy donor after she offered access to royal for cash
Prince William has severed ties with a wealthy donor who allegedly attempted to sell access to the royal for an eye-popping $27,000. Minerva Mondejar Steiner, a Filipina-Swiss art gallery curator, offered private meetings with the Prince and Princess of Wales at the upcoming Royal Charity Polo Cup match in exchange for cash, The Sunday Times reports. The 45-year-old millionaire, who heads up the Mondejar Gallery in Switzerland, served as the official sponsor of the annual polo event, set to take place in Windsor, England next month. 6 Prince William has severed ties with a wealthy donor who allegedly attempted to sell access to the royal for an eye-popping $27,000. Getty Images for TGI Sport But it appears as though Steiner had an ulterior motive as she offered prospective buyers the chance to get access to the future king, 43, in exchange for large sums of money. Kensington Palace was unaware of her alleged activities, the outlet adds. The Palace immediately terminated the sponsorship once learning of Steiner's cash-for-access scheme, the outlet adds. The Post has reached out to the Mondejar Gallery, the Mondejar Foundation and Kensington Palace for comment. Sources close to the self-proclaimed philanthropist told the outlet that she was unable to speak about the event until after it had taken place, per a pending confidentiality agreement. 6 Minerva Mondejar Steiner, a Filipina-Swiss art gallery curator, allegedly offered private meetings with the royals at the upcoming Royal Charity Polo Cup match in exchange for cash. @minerva_mondejargallery/Instagram In the alleged invitation, Steiner issued what she called a 'strictly private and confidential' offer to members of A Small World, a luxury travel and lifestyle community. 'As a patron of the Mondejar Foundation, you are invited to support their philanthropic work through a charitable donation, in return for which you will be welcomed to this prestigious occasion,' her email read. The email also detailed specific contribution benefits, including admission for one patron for $8,000, or full access plus a private audience with Prince William and Princess Catherine for $27,000. 6 Steiner specifically offered private meetings with the Prince and Princess of Wales. Getty Images for TGI Sport 6 The Palace immediately terminated the sponsorship once learning of Steiner's cash-for-access scheme, the outlet adds. Getty Images for TGI Sport She also offered 'VVIP tickets' to advertisers who were prepared to shell out $68,000 to feature in a magazine handed out at the fundraiser. She also promised attendees a 'luncheon' with 'free-flowing champagne,' as well as entrance to an art exhibition and opportunities to mingle with 'ultra-high-net-worth individuals, cultural icons and luxury leaders.' Recipients were warned that the invitation was 'for your eyes only and not to be shared publicly or on social media.' 6 The annual fundraiser has generated more than $18 million for the charity in the last 15 years. Getty Images Wealthy donors from all over the world are invited to the annual Royal Charity Polo Cup. At the exclusive, invite-only event, they mingle, raise money and watch Prince William complete in a polo match. The palace typically announces the royal's involvement after the match has concluded, maintaining the event's strict privacy policy. Start your day with all you need to know Morning Report delivers the latest news, videos, photos and more. Thanks for signing up! Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Never miss a story. Check out more newsletters The annual fundraiser has generated more than $18 million for the charity in the last 15 years. A frequent guest of the event was William's longtime friend and billionaire businessman Sunjay Kapur, who earlier this month died after swallowing a bee during a polo match. He was 53. 6 Steiner pictured shaking hands with Prince Harry at his 2024 WellChild event. @minerva_mondejargallery/Instagram Kapur, who was the chairman of global car parts giant Sona Comstar, died from a heart attack on a polo field in Windsor, England, on June 12. His polo club revealed that the bee sting triggered an anaphylactic shock that caused his heart to stop.
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Royal donor ‘offered access to Prince of Wales for cash'
The Prince of Wales has cut ties with a donor after she attempted to sell access to him for £20,000, reports have suggested. Minerva Mondejar Steiner, a Filipina-Swiss millionaire, offered private meetings with Prince William at the upcoming Royal Charity Polo Cup match in exchange for cash, the Sunday Times reported. Her art gallery, the Mondejar Gallery, was an official sponsor of the annual charitable polo event which is taking place in Windsor next month. Kensington Palace declined to comment. It is understood that the Palace was unaware of what is being viewed as a rogue sponsor until alerted by the newspaper, and action was taken immediately. The Royal Charity Polo Cup match is an exclusive event where charity donors can watch Prince William play polo. The organisers of the event were not aware it was being used by the Mondejar Foundation to raise money, it is believed. The Mondejar Foundation has been approached for comment. Among the guests at last year's match was TV presenter and interior designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and wife Jackie, who were seen taking a courtesy golf buggy around the site. The event raised more than a £1 million for causes that the Prince and Princess of Wales are passionate about, including Wales Air Ambulance, Child Bereavement UK, Place2Be, Action for Children and The Royal Marsden. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Telegraph
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
Royal donor ‘offered access to Prince of Wales for cash'
The Prince of Wales has cut ties with a donor after she attempted to sell access to him for £20,000, reports have suggested. Minerva Mondejar Steiner, a Filipina-Swiss millionaire, offered private meetings with Prince William at the upcoming Royal Charity Polo Cup match in exchange for cash, the Sunday Times reported. Her art gallery, the Mondejar Gallery, was an official sponsor of the annual charitable polo event which is taking place in Windsor next month. Kensington Palace declined to comment. It is understood that the Palace was unaware of what is being viewed as a rogue sponsor until alerted by the newspaper, and action was taken immediately. The Royal Charity Polo Cup match is an exclusive event where charity donors can watch Prince William play polo. The organisers of the event were not aware it was being used by the Mondejar Foundation to raise money, it is believed. The Mondejar Foundation has been approached for comment. Among the guests at last year's match was TV presenter and interior designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and wife Jackie, who were seen taking a courtesy golf buggy around the site. The event raised more than a £1 million for causes that the Prince and Princess of Wales are passionate about, including Wales Air Ambulance, Child Bereavement UK, Place2Be, Action for Children and The Royal Marsden.
The Advertiser
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Advertiser
Donor 'offered access to Prince William for cash'
A royal donor who tried to sell access to Prince William for more than $A40,000 has been cut loose, according to reports. Minerva Mondejar Steiner, a Filipina-Swiss millionaire, offered private meetings with William at the upcoming Royal Charity Polo Cup match in exchange for STG20,000 ($A41,000), the Sunday Times reported. Her art gallery - the Mondejar Gallery - was an official sponsor of the annual charitable polo event, which is taking place in Windsor in July. Kensington Palace declined to comment. It is understood the palace was unaware of what is being viewed as a rogue sponsor until alerted by the newspaper, and action was taken immediately. The organisers of the event were not aware it was being used by the Mondejar Foundation to raise money, it is believed. The Mondejar Foundation has been approached for comment. The Royal Charity Polo Cup match is an exclusive event where charity donors can watch the prince play polo. Among the guests at the 2024 match was TV presenter and interior designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and wife Jackie, who were seen taking a courtesy golf buggy around the site. The event raised more than a STG1 million ($A2.1 million) for causes that William and wife Kate are passionate about, including Wales Air Ambulance, Child Bereavement UK, Place2Be, Action for Children and The Royal Marsden. A royal donor who tried to sell access to Prince William for more than $A40,000 has been cut loose, according to reports. Minerva Mondejar Steiner, a Filipina-Swiss millionaire, offered private meetings with William at the upcoming Royal Charity Polo Cup match in exchange for STG20,000 ($A41,000), the Sunday Times reported. Her art gallery - the Mondejar Gallery - was an official sponsor of the annual charitable polo event, which is taking place in Windsor in July. Kensington Palace declined to comment. It is understood the palace was unaware of what is being viewed as a rogue sponsor until alerted by the newspaper, and action was taken immediately. The organisers of the event were not aware it was being used by the Mondejar Foundation to raise money, it is believed. The Mondejar Foundation has been approached for comment. The Royal Charity Polo Cup match is an exclusive event where charity donors can watch the prince play polo. Among the guests at the 2024 match was TV presenter and interior designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and wife Jackie, who were seen taking a courtesy golf buggy around the site. The event raised more than a STG1 million ($A2.1 million) for causes that William and wife Kate are passionate about, including Wales Air Ambulance, Child Bereavement UK, Place2Be, Action for Children and The Royal Marsden. A royal donor who tried to sell access to Prince William for more than $A40,000 has been cut loose, according to reports. Minerva Mondejar Steiner, a Filipina-Swiss millionaire, offered private meetings with William at the upcoming Royal Charity Polo Cup match in exchange for STG20,000 ($A41,000), the Sunday Times reported. Her art gallery - the Mondejar Gallery - was an official sponsor of the annual charitable polo event, which is taking place in Windsor in July. Kensington Palace declined to comment. It is understood the palace was unaware of what is being viewed as a rogue sponsor until alerted by the newspaper, and action was taken immediately. The organisers of the event were not aware it was being used by the Mondejar Foundation to raise money, it is believed. The Mondejar Foundation has been approached for comment. The Royal Charity Polo Cup match is an exclusive event where charity donors can watch the prince play polo. Among the guests at the 2024 match was TV presenter and interior designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and wife Jackie, who were seen taking a courtesy golf buggy around the site. The event raised more than a STG1 million ($A2.1 million) for causes that William and wife Kate are passionate about, including Wales Air Ambulance, Child Bereavement UK, Place2Be, Action for Children and The Royal Marsden. A royal donor who tried to sell access to Prince William for more than $A40,000 has been cut loose, according to reports. Minerva Mondejar Steiner, a Filipina-Swiss millionaire, offered private meetings with William at the upcoming Royal Charity Polo Cup match in exchange for STG20,000 ($A41,000), the Sunday Times reported. Her art gallery - the Mondejar Gallery - was an official sponsor of the annual charitable polo event, which is taking place in Windsor in July. Kensington Palace declined to comment. It is understood the palace was unaware of what is being viewed as a rogue sponsor until alerted by the newspaper, and action was taken immediately. The organisers of the event were not aware it was being used by the Mondejar Foundation to raise money, it is believed. The Mondejar Foundation has been approached for comment. The Royal Charity Polo Cup match is an exclusive event where charity donors can watch the prince play polo. Among the guests at the 2024 match was TV presenter and interior designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and wife Jackie, who were seen taking a courtesy golf buggy around the site. The event raised more than a STG1 million ($A2.1 million) for causes that William and wife Kate are passionate about, including Wales Air Ambulance, Child Bereavement UK, Place2Be, Action for Children and The Royal Marsden.
