Caring Matters Now UK

The only UK charity supporting those affected by Congenital Melanocytic Naevi


Caring Matters Now is the only UK charity supporting children and adults affected by Congenital Melanocytic Naevi (CMN) - a genetic condition, consisting of dark brown hairy birthmarks covering up to 80% of the body. The condition has many expressions, some of which can lead to medical complexities. CMN can also grow internally, which in the worst cases can be fatal. 

Our vision:
We have a vision of a world where no one suffers with CMN. 

Our 3 main aims are:
To support those affected by CMN
To fund pioneering research to develop effective treatements of CMN
To raise global awareness of CMN

Caring Matters Now is the only UK charity supporting children and adults affected by Congenital Melanocytic Naevi (CMN) - a genetic condition, consisting of dark brown hairy birthmarks covering up to 80% of the body. The condition has many expressions, some of which can lead to medical complexities. CMN can also grow internally, which in the worst cases can be fatal.

Our vision:
We have a vision of a world where no one suffers from CMN.

Our 3 main aims are:
• To support those affected by CMN
• To fund pioneering research to find a cure for CMN
• To raise national and international awareness of CMN


Upcoming Events

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Inflatable 5K - Cheltenham - 5K

Oct 10, 2026 - Oct 10, 2026

Evesham Rd, Cheltenham GL50 4SH, UK

Inflatable 5K - Cheltenham - 2.5K

Oct 10, 2026 - Oct 10, 2026

Evesham Rd, Cheltenham GL50 4SH, UK

Inflatable 5K - Cheltenham - 10K

Oct 10, 2026 - Oct 10, 2026

Evesham Rd, Cheltenham GL50 4SH, UK

Inflatable 5K - Cheltenham - 15K

Oct 10, 2026 - Oct 10, 2026

Evesham Rd, Cheltenham GL50 4SH, UK

Inflatable 5K - Norwich - 5k

Oct 17, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026

Royal Norfolk Showground, Dereham Rd, Costessey, Norwich NR5 0TT, UK

Inflatable 5K - Norwich - 2.5k

Oct 17, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026

Royal Norfolk Showground, Dereham Rd, Costessey, Norwich NR5 0TT, UK

Inflatable 5K - Norwich - 10k

Oct 17, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026

Norfolk Showground, Dereham Rd, New Costessey, Norwich NR5 0TT, UK

Inflatable 5K - Norwich - 15k

Oct 17, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026

Norfolk Showground, Dereham Rd, New Costessey, Norwich NR5 0TT, UK

Inflatable 5K - Guildford - 2.5K

May 8, 2027 - May 8, 2027

Nightingale Rd, Guildford GU1 1ER, UK