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Toys for Dhaka Medical College Hospital

Help us to raise funds to supply the cleft ward in Dhaka Medical College Hospital with toys for the children. Said, pictured here, is playing with the only toy they have there. Read more
Target £1,500 Raised so far £1,406
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£10 will pay for stacking blocks for babies and toddlers. Babies love brightly coloured stimulating toys!

£20 will pay for a box of DUPLO or LEGO that will keep young children entertained for hours - construction toys are a favourite

£50 will pay for a selection of games for the older children and can be used in speech therapy too.

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Treating craniofacial clefts

Craniofacial clefts are large clefts that can affect the face, eyes, nose and mouth. Read more
FOXF2 gene discovery

A genetic defect has been identified in a family from Egypt with a type of palate abnormality and speech disorder apparently not previously described. The FOXF2 research is one of the many projects currently funded by CLEFT, paid for with money raised by our donors and fundraisers. Read more

We aim to provide long-term, sustainable ways to bridge the gap in cleft care and knowledge in the UK and overseas

Kirstie's story

Kirstie has had a number of operations to mend her unilateral cleft lip and palate.

Paying for stitches

Traditionally, patients are often asked to buy some of the materials that are needed for their operation at Dhaka Medical College Hospital, including sutures for the stitches they need.

Sohag workshop

The CLEFT workshop is held annually in Sohag.

Our impact

1 in 700	children are born with a cleft palate.
£30	the cost of a cleft operation on a baby.
£250	cost to give treatment over a lifetime.

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£5

Could pay for 5 dental kits to provide patients and parents in Bangladesh with tools and education to improve dental hygiene.

£30

Could cover the cost of a cleft lip and palate operation in Bangladesh by paying for essential anaesthetic and suture material.

£250

Could cover the lifetime cleft care needed for one child in Bangladesh, including operations, speech therapy and dentistry.

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Give in memory

A gift in memory of a loved one is a wonderful tribute to their life. There are many ways to give or fundraise in their memory. Read more
Birthday wishes

Instead of receiving presents on your birthday, ask your friends and family to donate to CLEFT. Read more
Donate with your wedding

Invite your guests to donate to CLEFT and make your dream day special for children with clefts too. Read more

Our impact

1 in 700

£30

£250

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