Prince William ventured into Manchester's Moss Side, engaging with the city's youth projects and fielding an unexpected question from an 11-year-old boy about the prince's bank account

balance.

Visiting the Hideaway Youth Project to understand the initiatives led by the Manchester Peace Together Alliance against youth violence, the prince encountered young Amir, whose financial query brought laughter. Amir later mentioned that the future king humorously admitted to not having the answer.

Teaming up with Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, Prince William's Royal Foundation and the mayor's office each contributed £50,000 to support the Alliance's work, specifically aimed at developing employment, skills, and training programs for vulnerable youth exposed to violence.

Interacting with mothers who've lost children to violence, such as Audrey Preston, Prince William's visit held deep significance. Audrey, whose son fell victim to violence three years ago, emphasized the importance of the prince's presence, highlighting the neglect families often face in such circumstances.

The Prince of Wales also paid respects at Jessie's Wall, a memorial honoring teenager Jessie James, fatally shot in a Moss Side park in 2006. Additionally, he visited the Moss Side Millennium Powerhouse, a community hub featuring sports facilities and a library.

Bringing cultural significance to his visit, Prince William donated a basket of Jamaican food items to the local food bank, including okra, yams, and dragon fruit, acknowledging their importance while sometimes being challenging to acquire in the UK. Photo by The Big Lunch, Wikimedia commons.