Prince Harry had hoped to secure a trademark for his charity, Sentebale, which he co-founded in 2006, in various categories. Sentebale is known for its work with young people in Lesotho and Botswana, focusing on creating sustainable solutions to address health, wealth, and inequality issues. According to Royal commentator Richard Eden, writing for the Daily Mail, Sentebale has encountered trademark complications in the United States, currently posing an obstacle to the organization's plans for expansion in America.
The US Patent and Trademark Office, while acknowledging that there are no conflicting trademarks, has rejected the application, citing inadequately defined categories in a detailed ruling. The office emphasized that an application must explicitly specify the goods and services associated with the trademark and the applicant's genuine intention to use it in commerce.
This setback presents a challenge for Prince Harry and Sentebale in their efforts to expand operations and make a greater impact in the United States. It remains to be seen how they will navigate these trademark difficulties and find a resolution to continue their valuable charitable work.
