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2024-08-31-accounts

Cloudy Foundation Trustees’ Annual Report & Unaudited Financial Statements

For the Year Ended 31[st] Au ust 2024 g

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Contents

  1. Chair’s Statement…………………………………………………………………………………………….….3 2. Trustees’ Report………………………………………………………………………………………………4-5 3. Vision, Mission & Values……………………………………………………………………………………..5 4. Achievements & Outcomes…………………………………………………………………………………6 5. Thank You & Partners………………………………………………………………………………………….7 6. Independent Examiner's Report………………………………………………………………………….8 7. Statement of Financial Activities…………………………………………………………………………9 8. Balance Sheet……………………………………………………………………………………………………10 9. Notes to the Financial Statements…………………………………………………………….…11-13 10.Detailed Statement of Financial Activities………………………………………………………...14

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Chair’s Statement – David Hall

2023/24 has been a year of growth, resilience, and impact for Cloudy Foundation. We have continued to connect young people with life-changing opportunities in the digital world, working with mainstream schools, specialist groups, and care leavers.

Our programmes have reached more young people than ever before, and it has been inspiring to see their confidence grow, their skills develop, and their career paths take shape.

None of this would have been possible without the dedication of our staff, volunteers, trustees, delivery partners, and funders. Your commitment has enabled us to continue building a community where young people are inspired, supported, and prepared for the future.

As we look to 2024/25, our focus remains on expanding opportunities, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring that every young person we support leaves us better equipped for life and work.

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Trustees’ Report

Cloudy Foundation Trustees’ Annual Report

For the year ended 31[st] August 2024

Charity Registration Number: 1193029

Website: www.cloudyfoundation.org.uk

Reference and Administrative Details

Principal Address: Unit 8 Homeground, Buckingham Industrial Estate, MK18 1UH

Trustees:

Structure, Governance and Management

Cloudy Foundation is governed by its constitution and led by a Board of Trustees. The charity operates in partnership with local authorities, schools, and businesses to deliver digital skills programmes to young people, including those with special educational needs and care leavers.

Objectives and Activities

Cloudy Foundation aims to:

In 2023/24, the charity delivered five major programmes across Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes, including:

Achievements and Performance

This year has seen significant progress in both reach and impact. Across five major programmes, we started with 191 students and retained 81% through to completion. Of those, 130 attended either a TechLab or Mini TechLab. Our improved welcome and registration processes have significantly increased retention rates term-by-term.

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Key partner collaborations with Bucks Council, BuDs MK, and local schools have ensured diverse participation, including students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and care leavers. This year’s engagement has led directly to tangible career outcomes, with 5 students securing ongoing work experience placements and 2 achieving apprenticeships or employment.

Student feedback highlighted enjoyment of teamwork, app development, and meeting new people. Partners praised the real-world relevance and opportunities for meaningful career exposure.

Financial Review

The financial statements for the year ended 31 August 2024 are included in the attached accounts. These provide a detailed overview of the charity’s income, expenditure, and reserves.

The trustees are satisfied that the charity remains financially stable and continues to operate in line with its reserves policy, while recognising the continuing need to diversify funding sources and secure additional long-term partnerships.

Plans for the Future

In 2024/2025, Cloudy Foundation aims to:

We will maintain our focus on increasing both the breadth and depth of young people’s engagement, ensuring those furthest from opportunity can access the skills, experiences, and networks they need for a successful future.

Vision, Mission & Values

Mission: To change and transform the lives and futures of young people by supporting their access to digital skills opportunities and engaging them with business and the wider community.

Vision: A country, and indeed a world, in which young people all have the opportunities they need to move forward in life, including digital and tech skills.

Values:

Achievements & Outcomes

In 2023/24, Cloudy Foundation delivered five major programmes across Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes, engaging 191 students with an 81% retention rate. 130 students attended a Mini TechLab or TechLab. Five students gained ongoing work experience, and two secured apprenticeships or jobs.

Comments from students included.

“I enjoyed working together with the other students, and getting the lectures from experienced workers.”

“The in-person event really inspired passion to work harder knowing the situation was more real.”

“Exploring new tools like Power Apps that I hadn't used before was exciting.”

“I loved seeing how Cloudy Foundation has engaged young people and encouraged them to learn new skills.” – TD Synnex

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Thank You & Partners

We would like to thank all our partners, sponsors, and supporters for their contributions during 2023/24.

Partners include Bucks Council, BuDs MK, Peter Jones Foundation, Microsoft, TD Synnex, and many local schools and colleges.

“This is such a realistic experience of life in technology development teams. It also opens students’ eyes to life after school.” – Parent

“I think it's a fantastic opportunity for the students involved and like the fact that it brings together different organisations.” – Peter Jones Foundation

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Name: David Hall (chair)

Signature:

David Hall

Date:

05 Sep 2025

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Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of CLOUDY FOUNDATION

Independent examiner's report to the trustees of CLOUDY FOUNDATION ('the Charity')

I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Charity for the year ended 31 August 2024.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the charity's trustees of the Company you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act').

I report in respect of my examination of the charity's accounts as carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011. In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5) (b) of the 2011 Act.

Independent examiner's statement

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in, any material respect:

  1. accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; or

  2. the accounts do not accord with those accounting records; or

  3. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a “true and fair” view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination.

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Suzanne Spicer

Suzanne Spicer FCA Spicer & Co UK Limited Staple House 5 Eleanor's Cross Dunstable Bedfordshire LU6 1SU

05 Sep 2025

Date: .............................................

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CLOUDY FOUNDATION

Statement of Financial Activities

for the Year Ended 31 August 2024

INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
Donations in kind
Total
EXPENDITURE ON
Charitable activities
Charitable activities
Governance costs
Total
Net (DEFICIT)/SURPLUS
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD		 31.08.24
31.08.24
31.08.24
Unrestricted
Funds
Restricted
Funds
Total
Funds
£
£
£
45,726
4,000
49,726
-
-
-
45,726
4,000
49,726
(44,119)
(4,000)
(48,119)
(4,403)
-
(4,403)
(48,522)
(4,000)
(52,522)
(2,796)
-
(2,796)
3,274
-
3,274
478
-
478		 31.08.23
31.08.23
31.08.23
Unrestricted
Funds
Restricted
Funds
Total Funds
£
£
£
8,811
13,500
22,311
-
11,982
11,982
8,811
25,482
34,293
(2,748)
(25,482)
(28,230)
(3,459)
-
(3,459)
(6,207)
(25,482)
(31,689)
2,604
-
2,604
670
-
670
3,274
-
3,274

All of the charity’s activities derive from continuing operations during the above two periods.

All gains and losses recognised in the period are included above.

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CLOUDY FOUNDATION

Balance Sheet

31 August 2024

Notes
FIXED ASSETS
Computer equipment
4
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash at bank
CREDITORS
Amounts falling due within one year
5
NET CURRENT ASSETS
NET ASSETS
FUNDS
Unrestricted Funds brought forward
Unrestricted Funds in year
6		 31.08.24
£
313
2,897
3,210
(2,732)
478
478
3,274
(2,796)
478		 31.08.23
£
1,250
5,188
6,438
(3,164)
3,274
3,274
670
2,604
3,274

The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on 05 Sep 2025

……………………………………….and were signed on its behalf by:

David Hall

............................................. D Hall - Trustee

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Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 August 2024

CLOUDY FOUNDATION

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of preparing the financial statements

The financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)', and Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland'. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.

Income

All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.

Expenditure

Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.

Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are measured at cost less accumulative depreciation and any accumulative impairment losses. Depreciation is provided on all tangible fixed assets, other than freehold land, at rates calculated to write off the cost, less estimated residual value, of each asset evenly over its expected useful life, as follows:

Computer equipment over 4 years

Fund accounting

Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.

Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.

Donations in kind

Donations in kind are recorded in the Statement of Financial Activities at their fair value at the point of donation.

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CLOUDY FOUNDATION

Notes to the Financial Statements - continued

for the Year Ended 31 August 2024

2. TRUSTEES’ REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS

There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 August 2024.

3. PAYROLL COSTS

Wages and Salaries
Pension Costs		 31.08.24
£
17,203
303
17,506		 31.08.23
£
-
-
-

4. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS

Cost
At 1 September 2023
Additions
At 31 August 2024
Depreciation
At 1 September 2023
Charge for the year
At 31 August 2024
Net book value
At 31 August 2024
At 31 August 2023		 Computer
Equipment
£
3,750
0
3,750
2,500
937
3,437
313
1,250		 Total
£
3,750
0
3,750
1,562
938
2,500
1,250
2,188

5. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR

Accruals and deferred income
Trade creditors
Social security and other taxes		 31.08.24
£
1,020
869
843
2,732		 31.08.23
£
1,020
2,144
-
3,164

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CLOUDY FOUNDATION

Notes to the Financial Statements - continued

for the Year Ended 31 August 2024

6. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS

Unrestricted Funds
General fund
TOTAL FUNDS
Unrestricted Funds
General fund
TOTAL FUNDS		 At 01.09.23
£
3,274
3,274
At 01.09.22
£
670
670		 Net
movement
in funds
£
(2,796)
(2,796)
Net
movement
in funds
£
2,604
2,604		 At 31.08.24
£
478
478
At 31.08.23
£
3,274
3,274

7. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES

For the year ended 31 August 2024, goods and services totalling £2,188 (2023 - £1,364) were paid to Cloudy Group Ltd. Chairperson, David Hall, is also a director of Cloudy Group Ltd.

8. DONATIONS IN KIND

For the year ended 31 August 2024, there were nil donations in kind (2023-£11,982) related to the services provided by the Chair of Trustees, David Hall.

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CLOUDY FOUNDATION

Detailed Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 August 2024

INCOME AND
ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
Donations in kind
Total
EXPENDITURE ON
Charitable activities
Fundraising costs
Travelling
Service provision
Subscriptions
Telephone
Insurance
Outsource and
consulting
Marketing
Payroll costs
Finance
Bank charges
Governance costs
Depreciation
Office costs
Accountancy fees
Total resources
expended
Net (Deficit)/Surplus		 Note
 31.08.24
Unrestricted
Funds
£
45,726
-		 31.08.24
31.08.24
Restricted
Funds
Total Funds
£
£
4,000
49,726
-
-
4,000
49,726
1,063
920
-
-
-
216
303
-
728
4,000
26,109
-
1,274
-
17,506
4,000
48,119
-
72
-
938
-
2,373
-
1,020
-
4,331
4,000
52,522
-
(2,796)		 31.08.23
31.08.2
3
31.08.23
Unrestricted
Funds
Restrict
ed
Funds
Total
Funds
£
£
£
8,811
13,500
22,311
-
11,982
11,982
45,726 8,811
25,482
34,293
3
 1,063
920
-
216
303
728
22,109
1,274
17,506		 1,153
1,685
2,838
-
11,982
11,982
543
-
543
619
-
619
100
11,815
11,915
333
-
333
-
-
-
44,119 2,748
25,482
28,230
72
938
2,373
1,020		 72
-
72
938
-
938
1,429
-
1,430
1,020
-
1,020
4,331 3,387
-
3,387
48,522 6,207
25,482
31,689
(2,796) 2,604
-
2,604

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