The Invictus Foundation took to Twitter, announcing their readiness to grow and support more members of the international wounded, injured, or sick service community through the Invictus Games Foundation.
However, public reactions were swift, with doubts about where the donations would truly go. Some expressed concerns about the perceived misuse of funds, criticizing the alleged diversion of resources to cover travel and wardrobe expenses for the involved parties.
One individual stated, "I would donate, but until it's more transparent where our money goes, it's a no-no. I want to help wounded veterans, not fund someone's travel and wardrobe." Another echoed similar sentiments, pointing out that the games seemed to have shifted focus from the veterans to the personal agenda of certain individuals, particularly highlighting the influence of Meghan Markle.
The public's frustration with the perceived lack of transparency and the games being overshadowed by personal interests was palpable. Some questioned the integrity of the organization, emphasizing the need to prioritize veterans over personal agendas. Criticisms ranged from the skepticism of funds being spent on Meghan Markle's wardrobe to concerns about the organization losing its original purpose.
The sentiment was echoed in responses emphasizing the apparent contradiction in raising funds from the public when the Invictus Games had a financial statement indicating no public fundraising. The credibility of the foundation came under scrutiny, with people expressing reluctance to contribute until there was a clear commitment to putting veterans first.
The overarching concern was whether the Invictus Games Foundation, under the patronage of Prince Harry, was truly dedicated to its mission or if it had become entangled in external agendas and personal promotion. The public demanded more transparency and a return to the organization's initial focus on supporting wounded veterans.
