## Believe in Your Dreams inspiring youth to aspire and achieve Achieved Dreams 2024 Impact Report ## Message from our trustees " “This is just the beginning, and together, we’ll continue to help more young people believe in their dreams, take action, and achieve greatness.” As the Chair of Achieved Dreams, I’m proud to present our 2024 Impact Report with the theme, `Believe in Your Dreams. ` This year has been all about turning belief into action. Last year, we invited everyone to “Dare to Dream,” and this year, we took it a step further— embracing the power of believing in those dreams and working hard to make them real. Belief is the foundation of everything we do. It’s the spark that ignites change, the force that drives us to go further, and the courage to push through challenges. Over the past year, we’ve watched countless young people take that leap— from imagining a brighter future to making that future happen. With the support of our incredible team, dedicated volunteers, and generous partners, their belief in themselves has been the fuel for success. In this report, you’ll read about the milestones and successes that have made this year special. From learning new skills to achieving long-held goals, these stories demonstrate the transformative power of self-belief. While we’re proud of everything we’ve accomplished, we know the journey is ongoing. This is just the beginning, and together, we’ll continue to help more young people believe in their dreams, take action, and achieve greatness. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who’s been part of this journey. Your belief in our mission and in the potential of young people has made all the difference. We look forward to another year of dreams, action, and success. **C. Muller Chair,** **Achieved Dreams** Thank you to our supporters for believing in us and turning dreams into reality. Our vision Our Our mission goals Our vision is that all To provide children have services an To optimise that impact opportunity the mental and and and physical support financial wellbeing in youth, security to young people. promoting develop all happiness of their and resilience potential: in in young sports, people today recreation, life and community. ## The power of possibility At Achieved Dreams, we believe in the endless possibilities that await young people when they are given the right support and opportunities. This year, we’ve made significant strides in turning these possibilities into reality through our diverse programs. Each initiative is designed to empower youth, foster personal growth, and create lasting change. Over the next few pages are the key programs that showcase the impact we've had on individuals and communities. Empowering Dreams: Building Soft Skills for Academic, 1 Personal, and Career Growth Participants: 80 young people ## impact: 72% reported increased confidence in managing finances and preparing for employment. 85% felt better equipped to handle academic and social challenges. Empowering Dreams integrates financial literacy with employability training and essential soft skills development. Through workshops on budgeting, career preparation, and communication, we provide young people with the tools to succeed academically, manage money, and prepare for the workforce. ## Key components: Money Moves: Personal finance skills—budgeting, saving, and decision-making. Future Ready: Employability training—resumes, interviews, and entrepreneurship. Soft Skills: Leadership, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. ## Testimonial: - “I never realised how much I could improve my communication until I started the program. Now I feel more confident when talking in front of others.” — Eli, 17 ## Nurturing Ambitions: Ensuring Health and Well-Being Through Meal Provisions Ensuring Health and Well-Being Through 2 Meal Provisions Our meal provisions program provides nutritious meals to young people facing food insecurity, addressing daily nutritional needs and combating holiday hunger. By fueling their health, we help them stay focused, learn, and thrive. ## impact: 3,800 meals served 90% reported improved focus and energy levels ## case study: 11-year-old Ari, who often skipped meals due to financial struggles, shared, “I’d go the whole day without eating much, and it made me feel tired.” After receiving meals through the program, Ari stayed energized, and his mother noticed he was less irritable and more focused on schoolwork. Teachers reported increased engagement, highlighting the impact of proper nutrition on academic success. Digital & Social Confidence: Navigating Online & Offline Spaces Confidence: Navigating Online & 3 Offline Spaces Users Reached: 30 attendees ## 88% ## impact: demonstrated improved online safety awareness and social skills. This program educates young people on responsible digital behaviour while boosting their confidence in real-world social situations. ## testimonial: “I had no idea about the risks online until this session. Now I feel more confident protecting my privacy and making safe choices.” — Miriam, 15 Connection Corner: Building Friendships, Confidence, and Skills Through Arts, Sports, and Shared Experiences Building Friendships, Confidence, and Skills 4 Through Arts, Sports, and Shared Experiences Connection Corner offers young people a welcoming space to engage in various activities such as arts, sports, weekend trips, and after-school programs. The program focuses on building friendships, developing social skills, and boosting self-confidence through fun, interactive activities. Whether it's working as a team, exploring new hobbies, or sharing meals, participants gain valuable life skills in communication, leadership, and resilience, all while creating lasting memories and a strong sense of community. ## impact: ## testimonial: - Users Reached: 98 young people - 95% of participants reported - improved social confidence and a stronger sense of belonging. "Before Connection Corner, I was always shy and struggled to talk to new people. But after going on trips and working together in sports, I’ve made so many friends and feel a lot more confident in myself." — Alexander, 15 ## Mini case studies: · Emma, 10: Often struggled to connect with her peers. After participating in arts workshops and weekend outings, she developed creative skills and formed lasting friendships. "The activities were so much fun, and I felt like I was part of something bigger. It helped me get out of my shell and be more myself." · Sarah, 13: Had trouble socializing and stayed away from group activities. After engaging in team sports and collaborative exercises, she became more confident and formed meaningful friendships. "I used to feel invisible, but now I have a place where I belong.", Resilience Rising: Empowering Youth Through Peer Support 5 & Well-Being Strategies Users Reached: 66 participants ## impact: - 80% reported reduced anxiety and improved coping skills. - 85% learned effective stress-management techniques. Resilience Rising provides a safe space for young people to share experiences, develop coping strategies, and build resilience through trauma-informed peer support and self-care workshops. By equipping participants with mindfulness and stress-management techniques, we empower them to navigate personal and academic challenges with confidence. ## testimonial: “These sessions helped me open up about my struggles and gave me practical tools to deal with anxiety. I’m not alone anymore.” — Liba, 15 ## Mini Case Study: Benny, 14, struggled with academic pressure and family stress. Through our sessions, he learned mindfulness techniques that helped him stay calm and focused. “I don’t let stress take over anymore—I have ways to handle it now,” he shared. Stronger Bonds: Building Healthy Relationships & Social Connections Building Healthy Relationships & 6 Social Connections Participants: 30 families Impact: 27 youth 75% reported improved communication and trust in their relationships. This program helps young people and their families develop trust, emotional awareness, and conflict resolution strategies, empowering them to connect with others in both personal and professional settings. ## Mini Case Study: Minna, a mother of two teens, struggled with communication. After participating in this program, she developed better ways to listen and engage with her children, creating a more supportive home environment. Similarly, Jonathon, 15, gained the confidence to express his feelings, strengthening his relationships with family and friends. “Expressing myself through art has helped me feel more in control of my emotions. It’s my way of telling my story.” — Ella ## Key Achievements Table Program Name Program Users Users Name Reached Impacted (%) Empowering Dreams 80 72% Nurturing Ambitions 3,800 90% meals served Digital & Social 30 85% Confidence Resilience Rising 16 80% Connection Corner 98 95% Stronger Bonds 30 80% families 27 Teens ## Our Future Goals: Building a Stronger Tomorrow At Achieved Dreams, we are focused on creating lasting impact for young people. Looking ahead, we’re committed to the following goals to continue supporting their growth and success: ## 1. Expanding Reach & Impact We aim to increase youth participation by 25%, bringing more young people into our programs and ensuring they have access to the resources they need to thrive. By extending our reach, we can provide valuable opportunities to a broader community. ## 2. Empowering Youth Through Leadership & Innovation We want to encourage youth to take the lead in shaping their communities. By offering mentorship and resources, we’ll help them create and manage their own initiatives, fostering leadership skills and a sense of responsibility. ## 3. Strengthening Career Pathways & Opportunities Our goal is to equip young people with the skills and connections needed to secure meaningful employment. We will focus on building partnerships with local employers, offering internships, and providing career-focused workshops to open doors for future opportunities. Thank you to everyone who continues to support us. Together, we are building a stronger future for young people. C. Muller Chair, Achieved Dreams Tlic Iruslcc5 prc5cnt Ihcir rcport with thc unJudit¢d finJncial slalcmenls of ihc chwity for ihc ycJr cndcd 30 April 2024. REFERENCE AiYD ADMINISTtLITIVE DETAILS Charlty No. 1198960 Prlnrlp418nd R¢￿stered ()ffife Flat 3 Wcslcm Housc WL%I Bank L()ndon Nlf>51)CJ Trustees Tli¥ IL)Ili}win￿ Iru%lL¢4.4¢rved durin¥ ih¢ year.. C MILll¢r M Cirunf¢ld S Dcblingcr IndcpeThdcnf Exmmlncrj CI IS ALLiTrunlJi)Is Liiiiil¥yl London NI65SR OWF.CTIVE% AND ACTIVITIES TIIC Lharily'4 ubjcLlives arc I￿luded in ihc accoiiipaiiying pagc&. Tlic IrustCCS Lonlinn ihcir ci)mpliancc willi Ilic duty lo huvc duc rc¥arLI li) the public bLnLfit ¥uidanLc publi¥hcd by ihc Chariiy Ciimmissiiin when reviewinB Ihe charity's aims nn(l ()bjLxiives in planniii¥ Iuiur¢ ¢v¢nis. AC'HIEVkMLNTS AND PTr:RTr()RMANCE Tli¢ iharily'4 aclivitic% arc dc4Lrikd ¢xt¢nsivcly iii lh¢ a¢¢()mp#nyin¥ pog¢s, Durin¥ thc ycar thc iharily pr()vidcd LhaTilciblL aiiivilic% lo Ihc valuc 01. £711.241 12112.1.. L34,4IMII and made Branls tOlnllinB 126.0.5812023,. 28.9611 TIIL liiian¢ial r¢41111ITr for ili¢ y¢ar 10 30 April 2024 ar¢ fully r¢tl¢¢t¢d in lh¢ atta¢h¢d Financilll Siaiemeni% and lh¢ Noi¢s IhcrLOI). FINANCIAL RLVIEW Rcsf rv¢$ Pollry TIIL Lharity% wiliLy 1% l() mainlain UnrcslriLled lund8 al a levcl which thc truslecs decm an)r()prialc allcr considering lulurc c()tllmiimenl% and tlic likcly for Ihc ncxt ycar. As at 30 April 2024 Ilic Lliariiy liad u dcliLit it) UnrestriLted Funds 01. £8.729 and a surplu5 vl. Re51rieled FuNls of £3.3.%35. C¥r*nt Miklng Poll¢y The charity Inakcs grants in furtheraiicc of ils charitablc objcclivcs lo individuals and orgllnisaiions. In mgking thcse grdnls Ihc InLsl¢cs usc thcir pcr.%onal kn()wl¢dgc alid ¢xpcri¢n¢c ol-thc coinmuiiily and bcncliciarics. The InisiLYs monii()r Ihe applicaiion ()r lunds by rcBular l()rn)c11 and inl()rnial corresp()ndence. PRINCIPAL RISILS AND UNCERTAINTIES Risk Man¥Jgoment Thc ¢Tuslc¢4 havc ithntificd and ￿vICwcd th¢ major risks to which thc charity is cxposcd. in particular QP¢Tational a￿1 riiiancial risks and arc satisficd that approprialc syslcms are in placc to Inanll¥e and mitigalc thcse risks. PLA.YS FOR FUTURE PERIODS T]ic charity plun5 11> coi)tinuc 115 currcnl corc charitablc activilic5. STRUCTURE. GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT Tli¢ ¢l)arily is a Churilablc IiicorrM)ratcd grgunisalion Icharily nuinbcT 119R96014nd 18 8ovcrncd by a con81ilulion daicd 16 May ?022. T]ic tmslLCS udminisier Ihe dgLy-lo-day lll'fairs uf lh¢ ¢hariiy. None of the Trust¢¢s hov¢ IKin¢fi¢ial inicr¢51 in ih¢ ¢hariiy. STATEMENT ()F CI)NIPLAifiCL Tiic Llwrily is J publiL bL'IILfil Lntily. a registcrcd Lharily in r.ngland und WJle8 and 14 ui)ii?C()TP(Trr41ted. Thc uddress of ihc prinLiP£il ()IIiLe li Tr lal .1 WL%iem I l(TrUSL. I A WL%I 114iiik, Loiid()n. N l (Tr SD(i Si4temcnl of tru5tee5' rc5pnn51bllltles In rclailon to thc Iln4nclal slatemenls Tiic churily Iru%lcc.% arc rc4pi)i)siblc for PTcpariiig u Iruslccs, annu&l rcporl &iid finunLial %lulcincnl4 in accor(knnc¢ wilh opplieable law and United Kinbdoin ALcouniing Siandards (Uniied Kingdom Generally A¢c¢pled Aecounling Pra¢iic¢}. ie Irusieeli are re4p(in.%iblL lor keLping pr(Ipcr llCL()uniing reL(Irds thai di%Lli￿e witli reas()nllble #Leuraiy at Any iiin¢ lh¢ riiiaiiLial p()%ili(?n ()I' IhL Lhariiy i1nd i() cniiblc Iliein l() cnsurc iliai the liiianLiiil slalLillLnl.s ci)mply with IhL C'h11 riliL% Acl 2011. IliL ill)pliLubli C'liariliL% {AL¢()knni% ui)d RLp()rl%l RLbiulall()ns, uiid IIIL pr()vi.4ii)11s ul. Il)L Tw.41 dL¢d. TIIL Tru.4lLL.4 ar¢ al8() rLS￿1n.%lble l()r %aliguardin¥ ilic assLl% l)l- Ihc chclriiy and hence laking rLilS()nable 8icp.s l()r IhL prcvcnti()n and dclcclion i)r fruud and oilicT irrcgulurilics. Si¥iied on bchalf ofthc charily's Iruslecs C Muller Truslcc 25 F¢b￿ary 2025 Independent Ex*miner's Report lo the trustees of ACHIEVED DREAMS report lo the Irusi¢es on my ¢xamination of the linancial siaiem¢nts of ACHIEVED DREAMS for the year ended 30 April 2024 which compri$e the Sialemcni of Financial Activitic$, the Balancc Shect and the rclatcd noics, Respon5ibilitic$ basis Trf report As (he charity's irusiLe.4 you arL rLs￿)nsIble for the preparaiion of ihc finnncial siaiemenis in aecordancc wilh ihe r¢4uifLll)CJ)ts ol. Ihc CharitLLS ALI 201 Ii'ihc ALI'I. Thc IrustLcs Lojisidcr thal ali audil is not requircd for this y¢ar undcr the Chariiies Aci 2011. s.144(21 Iihe 2L)I l Acil and ihai an independent examination is needed. report in rcspecl ()r my Lxaminati()n ol- Ihc chariiy's linancial staicmenls carried ou¢ undcr .wciiim 145 of the 2011 Acl nd in ¢gLrryin&¥ oui my exaininalion I have f()Ilowd all Ihe Jppli¢able Dir¢cliorLS giv¢n by th¢ Chorily Commis%1(m und¢r ccli()n 14515llbl ofihc Acl, Independent cxAmincr's Statcment I have completed my examinaii()n. I can etsnfirni that no material maii¢rs hav¢ ¢om¢ io my all¢niian in ¢onn¢¢tion wilh Ihc Lxaminjlioji giving m¢ LaU%L ID b¢licvL I1￿¢ iii, uny ILriul rL%p¥¢l'. the acLouiiiing records wcrc noi kcpi in respect ol'ihe charity as rcquired by seciion 130 0l.ihc Act, or the linancial 5talcincnt5 do not accord with tl)08e rccords. OT Ihe financiftl 8lniemenis d() n()t comply wilh the applicable rcquiremenis c()ncemingk Ihe r()rn) nnd conienl fjf Ihe rinai)cial slalLiiienls 8cI ()ul iii the C'liJriiic8 IALL()unl% and Rcrrtirt%l Rcgulaii()114 2UUX i)Ihcr Ihan aiiy TLquircincnl thal Ihe linancial .stalcmcnts give a'lrue and lairf vicw which is not a maller considered &$ part ol'an independenl exai)iinaliwJ. havc n() LonccrThs arid havc comc aLro%s nil ()Iher niatlcr% in Ll)nncLiion wilh IhL cxaiiiii)ati()n liTr whiLh attention should b¢ drawii in this r¢poi1 in Drd¢r lu ¢rtabl¢ a prop¢r und¢rslandiJibr ol-lhc finanlial %lai¢in¢iils lo ￿. ￿a¢h¢￿1. P Shebs()n ACA CI IS AcLounianls Liiniicd 45 Staml(Trrd Ilill London N165SR 25 Fcbruary 2025 ACHIEVED DREAMS STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2024 Unrestricted funds 2024 Tolal funds 2024 Total funds 2023 Iyotes Income and endowments from: Donations and legacies 88,180 122,925 71,572 Total 88,180 122,925 71,572 Expenditure on; Raising funds Charitable activili¢5 1.756 96,829 ,756 97,739 4.595 65,301 Total 98,585 99.495 61).1196 Iyet movement In funds (10,405) 23,430 1.676 Rcconclliation of funds: Total fuiids brought forward 1,676 ,676 Total funds carrled fonvard (8,729) 25,10() 1,676 ACHIEVED DREAMS BALANCE SHELT AS AT 30 APRIL 2024 Charity No. 1198960 2024 2023 Current assels Debtors Cash at bank and in hand 25,537 10.009 35,546 12,116 12.116 Creditor5: Amount falling due within onc year 10 (10,440) (10,440) Net current assets 25,106 ,676 Totil net assets 25,106 ,676 The funds of the charlty Restricted funds RestrictLd incoinL funds 33,835 33,1135 Unrestrlcted funds Gencral funds (8.729) ,676 (8,729) ,676 Total funds 25.106 .676 Approved by the trustees on 25 February 2025 And si&7ned on their behalf by.. C Muller Trustee 25 F¢bruary 2025 ACHIEVED DREA￿15 NOTE% TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR EN'DED 30 APRIL 2024 Accounting policics Basis of prepAratioTh ThL fii)anLial siaiLillLnts have ixLn prLparcd in accordancc wilh SiaiLillLnt of ReLommcndLd Practicc.. Accountin aiid RLponin&F by CliaTi¢iLs prL'pai'inu Ihlir acLouiits in aciordancl with tl)L Financial RLporting? SiaiidaTd appliLablc in IhL UK and RcpubliL it. ITcland IFRS 10?) issucd on 16 July 2014 and thL FinanLial RLpurtiii& StaiidaTd applicablc in th¢ Unilcd Kingdom and Rcpublic ot. Ircland IFRS 1021 and the Charitics Act 2011. Colng con¢ern Th¢ Iru51o¢s. havin&y madc approprialc ¢nquirLLS. con%idL'r that adLqualc rcsour¢c.% ¢xi%ls for Ihc ¢harity lo conlinuc in OPLralional LXi51LnLL for Il)L foTL5LLdblL fulurL' and ihal. IhLfLlorL, jl Is ILPPTopfidlL lo ￿dUpl ¥uinB LollLLm in PILP£Lrin& thL finanLidl slulLmLnis al Jnd for IhL PLriod LndLd 30 April 2024. ThL iruslLLS hdvL mddL this assLssmeni in respect io a period ofone y¢ar Irom IhL daiL ol'approval ol. IhLse accounis. ThL iruslLLS havL LonLludLd ihai ihLfL arL' no InalLrial unLLnJiniiLS fLldiLd io cvLnis or Londiiion& IhJi may Las1 significani doubt on IhL ability ol- Ihc Lharity to coniinue as a ¥oii)¥ conLern. The lrnstees arL' ol- tIiL opinion ihat the charily will ha￿e sufticicnl rc.SOUTces lo Inccl ihe liabiliiics as IhLy fall duL. Chanie In b#sls of a¢¢ountlng or to prevIo￿S a¢¢ounts Thcrc has been no chanbte 10 the aceoiinling policies Ivaluaiion rules and method of ac¢ouniingl sinc¢ lasi y¢ar and no Lh￿1n￿Lts havL been madL 10 IILL()Iillis lur¢e¥ {Ineludlng ther ialn$llt)i$es1 Resources ¢xp¢nd¢d Cr055 tr8Dsf¢r5 AI 30 Aprll 21124 At l M81. 2023 Roilrlcted fundi: Re$trleted Income fund8: 34.745 34,745 910 19101 Ti)iol 33.835 Unrc51rleted funds: Gener41 fund5 1.676 88.180 198.5851 18.729 Tolal To¢41 funds 1,676 122.Y23 194,41}51 25.IOC? 12 Analvsi5 of net 1155els between fund5 Unrestricted funds Rc¥trl¢lL,d funds ￿nd0￿ment fund* TDi*I Fixcd assets Invcslmcn15 Nel current assets 18.7291 33,835 25.106 CrcdiloT5 duc in morc than onc year and provibivns 111,7?91 3.3,8.35 25.106 13 Related partv dlsclosures Other Ihan any mLniioncd above there wtrc no rclaied party Ira￿a¢ll0n$ requirin¥ discl(i$ure durin8 Ihc year.