I’m taking on this Skydive to raise money for CLAPA UK, an incredible charity that supports children, adults, and families affected by cleft lip and palate.

This cause is deeply personal to me. Caragh was born with a cleft lip and submucous cleft palate. Like many families, we’ve experienced the challenges, appointments, and emotions that can come with a cleft diagnosis. We also know how valuable the right support, information, and community can be during that journey. Caragh’s cleft journey is far from over and CLAPA will be with her every step of the way.

CLAPA is the national UK charity supporting people affected by cleft lip and palate and provides vital help to families just like ours. They provide specialist feeding equipment, trusted information, one‑to‑one and online support, youth services, and community events, while raising awareness and championing better cleft care for all

So I’m finally taking the leap and doing something I’ve always wanted to do — jumping out of a plane! Some may say I’m crazy for wanting to do this, and they’re probably right, but it’s all to give something back and help ensure other families receive the same support when they need it most.

Any donation, big or small, would mean so much and will go towards helping CLAPA continue their amazing work. Thank you so much for your support.

Three babies are born with a cleft lip and/or palate every day in the UK, and they face a 20-year treatment pathway which can continue well into adulthood.

We receive no NHS or government funding and we rely on donations to continue our vital work.