Meghan Markle has shared a festive message of support with a 'remarkable' charity in the UK. The Duchess of Sussex, 43, contributed her heartwarming words to the programme of a fundraising carol concert for Smart Works - of which she has been a patron since 2019.
![[Meghan's remarks were shared in the programme for UK charity Smart Works' carol service at St Marylebone Parish Church on Tuesday]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/05/08/92811381-14159109-Meghan_s_remarks_were_shared_in_the_programme_for_UK_charity_Sma-a-2_1733386219319.jpg)
The organisation helps unemployed women with clothing and coaching to secure work. The event was held at St Marylebone Parish Church in London on Tuesday, and Meghan wished attendees a Merry Christmas 'from my family to yours'. According to an image of the programme shared by People magazine, Meghan said: 'As proud patron, it is my pleasure to warmly welcome you all this evening to the Smart Works Carol Concert.
![[The event was held at St Marylebone Parish Church in London on Tuesday, and Meghan wished attendees a Merry Christmas 'from my family to yours'. Meghan pictured in October]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/05/08/92819967-14160493-image-a-2_1733388313473.jpg)
'Tonight promises to be a truly magical celebration, filled with special guests and performers, and most importantly, the shared spirit of community that defines Smart Works. 'Together we gather to honour the work and dedication of this remarkable organisation, which continues to empower women across the UK through coaching, dressing and instilling confidence on their journey to employment.
![[The Duchess has visited the charity several times – both before and after being named as its royal patron – and has a long-standing commitment to supporting women's empowerment. Pictured in 2019]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/05/08/92820573-14160493-image-a-3_1733388464456.jpg)
'Thank you for giving your support by being here in St Marylebone Parish Church, under the beautiful haze of Christmas wreaths and candlelight.'. The Duchess of Sussex , 43, contributed her heartwarming words to the programme of a fundraising carol concert for Smart Works - of which she has been a patron since 2019. Pictured at a Smart Works event in 2019.
![[Smart Works has a team of 300 trained volunteers based in two London offices as well as centres in Edinburgh , Manchester, Reading, Birmingham and Newcastle. Meghan visiting Smart Works in 2019]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/05/08/92820571-14160493-image-a-4_1733388467303.jpg)
