Meghan Markle Surprises PL+US Workers With $25 Starbucks Gift Cards

Meghan Markle gave nonprofit PL+US employees Starbucks gift cards in a show of support.

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PL+US seeks to achieve paid medical and family leave for all Americans by 2022.

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The gift cards were provided via Markle and Prince Harry's nonprofit, the Archewell foundation.

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PL+US communications director Neil Sroka praised "unbelievably classy" Markle for supporting their hardworking staff.

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Markle addressed an open letter to the US congress, seeking paid family leave for citizens.

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Markle explained that parents should not have to choose between raising children and making a living.

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The letter was addressed to politicians including Chuck Schumer and Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi.

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are instant partners and investors in sustainability firm, Ethic.

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The couple joined Ethic to help address today's issues including climate change and human rights.

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