MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)
Description: MACS is the UK's national charity for children born with one or more of three rare conditions, Microphthalmia (small, underdeveloped eye), Anophthalmia (no eye) and Coloboma (a gap or cleft in the eye structure). Through core values of offering acceptance, inspiring trust and providing opportunity, MACS supports a community of around 3,000 people across the UK, from over 1,000 families.
Weblink: http://www.macs.org.uk/
Tel: 0800 169 8088
Email: enquiries@macs.org.uk
Category: Third/voluntary Sector
Services Provided
MACS family helpline
Telephone helpline offering advice and support to parents of children born without eyes or with under-developed eyes (coloboma).Grants from MACS
MACS gives grants to cover the cost of activities or equipment needed by children born without eyes, or with under-developed eyes, or the condition coloboma. You must have been a member of MACS for at least 6 month to apply.Activities for young people
MACS organises sailing trips and adventure weekends for young people with MACS conditions such as coloboma.Events associated with this provider:
25th of February 2026
MACS: Adult Social Group (online)
Last Wednesday of the Month. For more information call 0800 644 6017 or visit the link provided.Hosted by - MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)
25th of March 2026
MACS: Adult Social Group (online)
Last Wednesday of the Month. For more information call 0800 644 6017 or visit the link provided.Hosted by - MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)
29th of April 2026
MACS: Adult Social Group (online)
Last Wednesday of the Month. For more information call 0800 644 6017 or visit the link provided.Hosted by - MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)
27th of May 2026
MACS: Adult Social Group (online)
Last Wednesday of the Month. For more information call 0800 644 6017 or visit the link provided.Hosted by - MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)
24th of June 2026
MACS: Adult Social Group (online)
Last Wednesday of the Month. For more information call 0800 644 6017 or visit the link provided.Hosted by - MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)
29th of July 2026
MACS: Adult Social Group (online)
Last Wednesday of the Month. For more information call 0800 644 6017 or visit the link provided.Hosted by - MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)
26th of August 2026
MACS: Adult Social Group (online)
Last Wednesday of the Month. For more information call 0800 644 6017 or visit the link provided.Hosted by - MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)
30th of September 2026
MACS: Adult Social Group (online)
Last Wednesday of the Month. For more information call 0800 644 6017 or visit the link provided.Hosted by - MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)
28th of October 2026
MACS: Adult Social Group (online)
Last Wednesday of the Month. For more information call 0800 644 6017 or visit the link provided.Hosted by - MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)
25th of November 2026
MACS: Adult Social Group (online)
Last Wednesday of the Month. For more information call 0800 644 6017 or visit the link provided.Hosted by - MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)
30th of December 2026
MACS: Adult Social Group (online)
Last Wednesday of the Month. For more information call 0800 644 6017 or visit the link provided.Hosted by - MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)
27th of January 2027
MACS: Adult Social Group (online)
Last Wednesday of the Month. For more information call 0800 644 6017 or visit the link provided.Hosted by - MACS (Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia & Coloboma Support)