Buckingham Palace announced on Saturday that King Charles and other senior members of the British royal family will be stepping down from their roles as patrons of nearly 200 charities and organizations, following a comprehensive review of their affiliations with over 1,000 groups.

This review was initiated in the aftermath of Queen Elizabeth’s passing, with the aim of evaluating the associations of both the late Queen, King Charles, and his wife, Queen Camilla, with various charities and bodies, where they served as presidents or patrons.

Queen Elizabeth held patronage of 492 organizations, while King Charles was affiliated with 441, and Queen Camilla with 100. After careful assessment, just over 830 patronages have been retained by the king and queen or reassigned to other members of the royal family.

Organizations often seek royal patronage to leverage the publicity and recognition it brings, aiding in their efforts to promote their causes and accomplishments.

Notable organizations that will maintain their royal connections include the Royal British Legion, the Dogs Trust, the Jockey Club, and the Wildlife Trusts, among others.

Craig Bennett, Chief Executive of the Wildlife Trusts, expressed gratitude for King Charles’s ongoing patronage, citing his commitment to sustainability and conservation efforts.

The outcomes of the review will be communicated to the relevant organizations this week, coinciding with the first anniversary of King Charles and Queen Camilla’s coronation, as per the palace’s statement.