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Community

Over 20,000 parents, patients and health professionals
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Support

A network of trained volunteers around the UK
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Information

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The 700 Challenge

Sign up now to take on the 700 Challenge from Friday 3rd October to Monday 3rd November 2025.

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Online Events

CLAPA’s events are a way to help you connect, share experiences, and find support and information. They are open to people affected by cleft living in the United Kingdom.

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Need to talk?

CLAPA's Parent & Peer Supporters are trained volunteers who can help you talk through any problems, worries or questions you have about cleft lip and palate. Get in touch today.

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In your area

Find cleft services, events and support near you

Jump for July!

Ready for the adrenaline rush of a lifetime? Join CLAPA supporters across the UK in booking a skydive this July to raise funds for our vital services.

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Latest news & events

  • CLAPA’s Fundraising Manager Louise recognised at National Awards

    CLAPA’s fundraising manager Louise Dutton has been recognised for her exceptional work at this year’s National Fundraising Awards.

  • A Father’s Day story – dad Jack raises funds for CLAPA with race car livery

    CLAPA’s logo has been speeding around Silverstone and Brands Hatch, viewed by thousands of spectators – thanks to race enthusiast and dad Jack, whose son Luke was born with a cleft. Jack has attached CLAPA race car livery to his Mazda MX-5 boot lid and bonnet – which he built with his dad Alan - to help raise awareness and “give something back” to CLAPA for the support given to his family.

  • 10 Sep 2025 05:09 - 10 Sep 2025 05:09

  • 10 Sep 2025 05:09 - 10 Sep 2025 05:09

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