The Duchess of Cambridge dished out presents to babies and children caught up in the devastating fire at Grenfell Tower in North Kensington on Tuesday (12.12.17).
The 35-year-old royal – who is expecting her third child with her husband Prince William – adopted the role of Father Christmas earlier this week when she handed out gifts to littles ones attending the Magic Mums group – run by the Rugby Portobello Trust – as she stopped by its community centre in London.
The duchess then praised the trust – which helps to distribute much-needed donated funds to families who lost everything in the fire back in June – as she called into a music therapy workshop and spoke to the youngsters taking part.
According to the Daily Mail’s Femail, she told them: "It’s amazing for all of you to have this support, particularly at such a difficult, such a tragic time."
Catherine – who has four-year-old son George and two-year-old daughter Charlotte with William – spent an hour at the community centre, during which time she met with families who had lost loved ones in the inferno, and presented a letter penned by herself, her husband and Prince Harry to the community who clubbed together.
The letter, which was framed, said: "Every member of your team – from cooks to youth workers, fundraisers to teachers and army of volunteers – has dedicated themselves to supporting the community. We know how crucial your efforts have been at a time of overwhelming grief and sadness."
The Rugby Portobello Trust has spent the last six months helping the community recover from the blaze, which claimed the lives of 71 people – including a baby – and left hundreds homeless, and they’re pleased their efforts haven’t gone unnoticed.
Leone Buncombe, from Kensington, who works on the centre’s new homes team, said: "It’s really just nice to have that appreciation. Obviously we’ve been working hard because it’s just the right thing to do. ‘We’re part of the community so we’re making sure that we’re staying and helping those that need the support.
"She was reiterating the face that, from everyone she spoke to, the concept that she really got across from everyone was about family.
"When people walk through the doors, regardless of their situation, it’s about making sure they feel they are part of something. And however we can help them."
Duchess Catherine dishes out presents to kids caught in Grenfell Tower blaze
