Rio and his mum, Liv. Rio was born with a cleft palate and gum notch.

How you can help

When you support CLAPA, you're helping everyone in the cleft community get the support they need. Whether you're looking to fundraise or volunteer, there's lots of ways you can create a world where nobody faces their cleft journey alone.

Ways to help

Thank you

Cleft Lip and Palate Action (CLAPA) is the only national charity supporting people affected by cleft lip and palate in the United Kingdom. We receive no government or NHS funding; our work is only possible thanks to people like you stepping up to fundraise and volunteer. Learn more about what we do.

By getting involved with fundraising or volunteering, you’ll be helping to make sure we can support families like yours for years to come.

Fundraise

There are so many ways to support CLAPA through fundraising, from cake sales to tough mudders! Whatever you’re into, we’ve got an idea or event to suit you, and our friendly team will look after you every step of the way. Join #TeamCLAPA today!

Volunteer

Our volunteers are the backbone of CLAPA as a charity – they work tirelessly all around the UK, supporting other members of the community, hosting events, supporting us behind the scenes, picking up cheques, speaking at schools, educating midwives and dental students, even sitting on research panels.

Make a Donation

Make a direct donation to help CLAPA support families around the UK for years to come.

Campaigning

Get involved with CLAPA’s campaigns to improve the lives of everyone born with a cleft in the UK.