Skydive for CLEFT

Why Skydive with Skyline for CLEFT?

Unforgettable Experience: Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey as you free-fall from the sky, surrounded by breathtaking views. This is your chance to conquer the skies and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Support a Worthy Cause: By participating in this charity skydive, you're contributing to the life-changing work of CLEFT. Your fundraising efforts will directly impact individuals affected by cleft lip and palate, providing them with the necessary support for a brighter future.

Flexibility in Date: Worried about scheduling conflicts? Fear not! Participants can request their preferred date for the skydive, making it convenient for everyone to be part of this incredible adventure.

Raise Awareness: Spread the word about cleft lip and palate conditions and the vital work undertaken by CLEFT. Your involvement not only raises funds but also creates awareness, fostering a community dedicated to making a difference.

Empowerment and Achievement: Challenge yourself and experience the empowering feeling of conquering your fears. Achieve a sense of accomplishment knowing that you've made a tangible impact on the lives of those in need.

How to Get Involved

Sign Up: Click on the link and sign up for the charity skydive with Skyline for CLEFT. Registration is easy, and you'll receive all the information you need to get started. Pay a booking deposit of £70. Then fundraise a minimum of £325* before your jump date. There is nothing further for you to pay!
Set Your Date: Once registered, you have the flexibility to request your preferred date for the skydive. This ensures that the experience fits seamlessly into your schedule.
Fundraise: Start your fundraising journey! Set up your fundraising page on the CLEFT website. Share it with friends, family, and colleagues, encouraging them to support your skydive for a worthy cause.
Prepare for Take-off: Receive comprehensive guidance on preparing for the skydive, ensuring you have all the information and support needed for a safe and thrilling adventure.

*This amount differs at some airfields, please refer to the locations page for a breakdown of fees at each dropzone.

Make a difference while experiencing the ultimate thrill!

Book

Latest

EDSA 'Miles for Smiles' 2024

Exciting news! The European Dental Association is teaming up with CLEFT for their 'Miles for Smiles' campaign this year.
Rona, Richard, Jon and Simon ride 100 miles

Join us in raising funds for the CLEFT: Bridging the Gap! CLEFT has 2 great aims: to support sustainable and multidisciplinary cleft care in lower and middle income countries (surgery is important but only part of the journey), and to support research into the causes and provision of cleft care in the UK.
Zhi's Dublin Marathon Fundraiser

I am raising money to provide long-term, sustainable ways to improve cleft care both in the UK and overseas.
Nick and Kathleen's Wedding Fundraiser

We are raising money to provide long-term, sustainable ways to improve cleft care both in the UK and overseas.

2024 Ford RideLondon-Essex

The iconic Ford RideLondon-Essex 100 returns in 2024 - one of the UK's most prestigious cycling challenges. We have limited places available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Sheikh Hasina National Institute of Burns and Plastic Surgery

We are working with Bangladeshi specialists at the new Sheikh Hasina National Institute of Burns and Plastic Surgery to create a sustainable centre to treat children with cleft lip and palate.
Nawrin and the C-Arm

This important piece of equipment was supplied by CLEFT and is used to see moving images of the cleft palate. Nawrin is a 13 year old girl who was experiencing speech difficulties and needed the C-Arm to show the cleft team if further surgery was required.
Our mission

CLEFT was established in 2007 with one aim, to help improve the lives of children born with cleft lip and palate, either by funding research into the likely causes of the condition or by helping support teams in lower and middle income countries.
Donate

You can make a one-off donation today or sign up to giving a regular monthly gift. All donations, small or large, will help us to improve the lives of those born with cleft lip and palate both now and in the future. 100% of your donation today will go towards funding an international or research project thanks to a charitable trust covering all our administrative costs until February 2025.
About us

CLEFT was established in 2007 by cleft surgeon Brian Sommerlad - based at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, together with a former patient and a patient's grandmother.
The genetics of cleft lip and palate

Investigations into the genetics of cleft lip and palate to understand more about why cleft lip and palate occurs.
Brian Sommerlad, Consultant Plastic Surgeon and Chair of Trustees

For over 40 years, I have been involved in operating on babies, children and adults who have been born with cleft lip and/or palate.
Our research vision

At CLEFT, our vision is of a future where clefts are preventable. Until we get there, we want to improve the lives of those born with cleft lip and palate.
Trusts and Foundations

Today, 1-in-700 babies in the UK are born with a cleft lip and palate, the most common form of birth defect. The impact on a child’s life as they grow is profound. Typically, they will need at least four operations. They may also require ongoing tests, treatment or therapy. It will affect the way they look but also their speech, hearing and dental development. It can leave deep psychological scars.
Our philosophy

The two arms of CLEFT are brought together by our mission to bridge the gap in cleft care and knowledge both in the UK and around the world. Our international and research philosophies are at the very heart of our work.