What is Mito?

Imagine living life on a low battery that can’t be charged

Mitochondrial Disease or ‘Mito’ is a genetic disorder affecting the mitochondria – the ‘battery packs’ in our cells. When they fail to produce enough energy, damage occurs – especially to the major organs.

Mito is one of the most common genetic conditions, is progressive and can be life-limiting. Currently there is no treatment or cure.

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Support Us

We need

Mito Heroes.

It takes a sprinkling of courage to support a lesser known cause.

That’s just one of the reasons why we call our fabulous supporters our ‘Mito Heroes’. We simply couldn’t do what we do … without your help.

Families and individuals affected by mito can often feel very isolated and alone in facing this debilitating and little-understood illness. Just a little support can go a very long way to help them feel that people care.

One of the very best ways in which you can support us is to become a regular donor, from just £2 a month.

Through PROJECT 1000 STRONG, we are creating a team of 1000 people to help us create a strong foundation on which to build on our success.

Please join PROJECT 1000 STRONG.

Be a Mito Hero right now and check out what else you might do to help!

Our Missions

Get behind an individual mission

or the charity as a whole

…it’s all the same cause.

We’re a network of missions, under one umbrella. Empowering those affected to make a positive difference with a person-centred campaign.

Individually making a local impact. Together making a national difference.

Missions are an easy way to raise awareness and understanding amongst your family, friends and community, along with funds for research and support. New missions are always welcome.