FSF Annual Report 2023-24

Sustainability

International

Community Innovative Long-term

Social Impact Global Collaboration

Cultural Exchange

Life-changing

Learners

Empowerment

Sustainable Development

Diversity Facilitate Livelihoods Ethical

Grassroots

Education Health

Inclusive

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www.futuresensefoundation.org

Message From

The Founder Dear Supporter,

It is with immense pride and gratitude that I share with you our Annual Report for 2023–2024, a year that has truly exemplified the power of collaboration, commitment, and community-led change.

This year, we continued to grow our impact across our global hubs, reaching just under 9,000 learners, delivering more than 6,100 hours of workshops, and dedicating over 39,000 hours to programme development.

From enhancing learning environments and boosting student confidence to building healthier communities and promoting sustainable livelihoods, our work has touched underserved communities around the world.

Our education programmes remained at the heart of our mission, investing over 32,000 hours into delivering quality learning opportunities and supporting educators through training. In Cambodia, our long-standing partnership with the Supplementary Education Centre provided nearly 400 students with three additional hours of daily learning, transforming dropout rates and inspiring academic achievement.

In health, we expanded access to basic healthcare and preventative education, with nearly 3,000 individuals receiving health checks, 650 people trained in first aid, and women’s health programmes breaking down longstanding barriers, especially for young women and girls.

On livelihoods, we empowered youth and women to build brighter futures, launching new financial literacy programmes in Nepal and providing critical scholarships in India to help students stay in school and thrive.

Our financial investment in programme delivery also reached new heights this year. We increased our net charitable resources to £325,712, up from £311,898 the previous year. More significantly, our total expenditure on charitable activities grew by 66%, reaching £379,153 - a clear reflection of our determination to scale our impact. The majority of our resources, 70%, were directed towards education initiatives, followed by 25% on health and 5% on livelihoods, aligning closely with our mission to foster lasting, community-led development.

And through our climate action and gender equality initiatives, we continued to work towards a more just, inclusive, and sustainable future. From planting over 19,000 trees to running workshops on STEAM for girls and supporting ethical animal welfare, every step we took was grounded in our belief that sustainable change starts with empowered people.

While we faced challenges, particularly a reduction in income through fundraising and increased operational costs, we are proud to have maintained the scale of our charitable activities thanks to the unwavering support of our global community and the contribution received from the FutureSense Group companies. Looking ahead, our focus is on rebuilding financial resilience, deepening impact, and enhancing our ability to measure change through a stronger Monitoring & Evaluation framework.

To every volunteer, supporter, partner, and team member who contributed to our journey this year, thank you.

You are part of a growing global movement for change. Together, we are not only responding to today’s challenges but helping shape a more hopeful and equitable tomorrow.

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Our Mission To deliver long term programmes that ensure quality Education, improve Health and Livelihoods for rural communities, contributing towards the UN Goals for sustainable development.

Our Vision A world where even the most rural communities around the world can achieve their aspirations for a better future.

Our Values We are passionate about making a difference to individuals and communities we serve, always acting with integrity, empathy and energy to develop innovative solutions to meet their aspirations.

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Our Model We believe that the way we make an impact is unique. With a team based in every country, and years of collaborating closely with these communities, we have built genuine connections with our local partners and community members .

Our approach involves engaging with community members to assess needs and deliver programmes that address the issue identified and yield sustainable long-lasting results.

We work with international project participants who support us not only in delivering our programmes, but also in helping us continue to develop new capabilities and evaluating the impact we are having in the communities we support.

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Our Approach The FutureSense Foundation is guided by the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Our focus is to deliver long-term sustainable programmes in education, health and livelihoods for underserved communities, designed to create lasting change.

Education

Health

Livelihoods

Enabling access to quality education

Enabling good health and wellbeing

Developing enterprise skills

Cross-Cutting Themes

Climate Action

Gender Equality

Through our programmes we deliver workshops and courses, provide scholarships, infrastructural support and access to basic health care.

The aim of our workshops: To be fun and engaging by creating human-to-human connection where we work with the local community.

To ignite curiosity among students and community members.

To support the journey of discovery by promoting active learning develops key life skills such as confidence, teamwork and problem-solving skills.

To ignite life-long learning that can lead to sustainable positive changes within the community.

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Our Difference Through our country teams we maintain a consistent, year-round presence on the ground, rather than only operating during specific seasons or periodic interventions. This allows us to build long-term relationships with the communities we serve and work hand-in-hand with our trusted local partners. This ongoing collaboration enables us to implement initiatives that create meaningful and lasting change.

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Our operational model—leveraging international participants and maintaining lean administrative structures—means we keep our overheads low. By doing so, we ensure that donations and support go further, making a tangible difference on the ground. This approach allows us to remain both impactful and accountable, maximizing every contribution we receive.

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We work with international project participants, who are active contributors to our mission. These participants bring a unique blend of energy, passion, and professional expertise to every programme.

They support the delivery of our initiatives and play a vital role in evaluating the impact of our work.

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2023-2024 Global Footprint Panama

Key Achievements 15,606 trees planted 1,684 hours of community clean-up 395 hours of workshop delivery dedicated to our education programme

Reached 600 Learners

Our Impact

2023-2024 8,718 Learners Reached

39,244

Programme Development Hours

Peru

6,109

11 murals painted in our local communities 1,100 hours dedicated to programme development

Workshop Hours Delivered Thank you to all our international project participants who have helped make our impact possible.

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Reached 406 Learners

India

Key Achievements

Nepal

172 litres of rubbish collected 92 murals painted in our local communities 7,610 hours dedicated to developing our education programme

Key Achievements Key Achievements Delivered 332 health assessments in community clinic 5,005 programme development hours

Reached 756 Learners Reached 537 Learners

Cambodia Key Achievements 30.5h dedicated to teacher training at Reached 2912 Learners our partner schools Home visits delivered to 20 individuals Completed health assessments for 599 beneficiaries

Reached 1,208 Learners

Thailand Tanzania

Key Achievements

Planted 2,003 trees Painted 19 murals in Reached 2912 Learners the local communities 431 hours of workshop delivery dedicated to our education programme

Key Achievements Delivered basic health checks to 1928 beneficiaries 630 hours invested towards animal welfare 542 individuals received basic first aid training

Reached 2,912 Learners

Reached 2,299 Learners

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INSPIRE CREATIVITY

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SPARK CURIOSITY

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BUILD ASPIRATIONS

Learner Highlights Confidence “Students are more confident in practicing English and more courageous in communicating with their classmates or working effectively in group work”.

School Teacher, Cambodia

Inspired

“The STEAM workshops with the FutureSense Foundation team were super fun and engaging! I wish we could have them in our regular classes because they make learning so much more exciting”.

Local Learner, Nepal

Impactful Curiosity

“I noticed an immediate change in my child’s enthusiasm for school, My child now eagerly participates in lessons, absorbing information in a way that wasn’t happening before”.

Parent of Local Learner, Tanzania

“The parents like to ask me about FutureSense when they see the activity of the workshop. They like to know the objective and the purpose”.

School Headteacher, Cambodia ANNUAL REPORT 2023-24

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Addressing the Education Gap

2/3

CHILDREN in education

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621 million young people are not in

education, employment or training

Quality Education We believe that education is key to breaking the cycle of poverty, and every child deserves access to engaging and meaningful learning experiences. We stand with the local community as partners and allies, planning programme activities together with local educators based on learner needs.

Our support, focuses on: Expanding access to education and improving learning environments Delivering fun and educational workshops to encourage curiosity and engagement Supporting educators with professional development opportunities to enhance teaching quality

Our Impact: PARTNERS

38

Partner schools that we work with overseas

TRAINING

38.5

HRS

Dedicated towards teacher training

QUALITY EDUCATION

32,761

HRS

Invested towards achieving quality education for the communities we work with

We’ve observed a noticeable increase in attendance, which speaks volumes about the positive impact on our students. We look forward to continuing this meaningful collaboration.

School Principal, Nepal

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Impact Stories Supplementary Education Classes

Access to education remains a major challenge in rural Cambodia, where students receive only four hours of education per day from the government.

Since 2013, FutureSense Foundation and Children’s Action for Development have partnered with the Supplementary Education Centre, ensuring children in Cambodia receive three extra hours of learning daily for free. This year we provided 365 learners with free supplementary classes, investing £38,000.

DROP OUT RATES

20%

3%

PRIMARY SCHOOL COMPLETION RATES

50%

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99.9%

Impact Stories Since our partnership with Pongobamba School in Peru, began in July 2024, we’ve reached 91 students, helping them progress from no conversational English to

foundational skills in colours, numbers, greetings, and introductions.

In addition to language skills, our efforts aligned with sustainability initiatives, covering 30 workshop topics on recycling, resource creation, and nutrition. With 2-3 workshops per month per grade, students consistently engaged, often requesting facilitators by name and showing their enthusiasm for learning.

Beyond the classroom: In November and December, with the help of our project participants, we expanded the school’s dining area from 15 to 30 square meters, creating a safer, more comfortable space for meals and workshops.

Previously, students ate outside on broken chairs or cement blocks—now, they have a sheltered, functional space that enhances their daily experience.

FutureSense Foundation has been truly transformative for our students. The workshops are not just lessons but gateways to greater opportunities. This work will have a lasting impact on their future, and we are deeply grateful for it.

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Head Teacher at Pongobamba School

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Building a Healthier Future

29%

More than 50%

of the population don’t

don’t have access to

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essential health services

Health and Wellbeing Access to healthcare remains a major challenge, and we work to empower communities with essential knowledge and self-care skills, to ensure they have the necessary resources and opportunities for quality health access. We create a positive impact through initiatives such as; community workshops, health clinics, emergency care report, paramedic training.

Our support, focuses on:

Our Impact:

Providing access to clean water and WASH facilities Increasing awareness and educational workshops for leading healthy lives, including reproductive health education

BASIC HEALTH CHECK

2905

Individuals received

free health checks

HEALTH ASSESSMENTS Capacity building and support for health professionals

674

Health assessments were completed in our local communities

HEALTH AND WELLBIENG

75,77.75

HRS

Invested towards health and wellbeing workshops

My community is far away from the hospital. What we learn today its really helpful to practice and try new things.

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Impact Stories First-Aid Traning FutureSense Foundation is committed to strengthening community resilience through essential first aid training. In many communities, access to emergency medical services is limited, making basic first aid knowledge a crucial skill that can save lives.

Our first-aid training empowers individuals with the confidence and ability to respond effectively in emergencies, ensuring they can support those in need and contribute to overall community safety.

656

people received

first-aid training

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Impact Stories Access to healthcare remains a major challenge in rural Cambodia, where many individuals face barriers to even basic medical services.

In January 2024, our Cambodia Hub, in partnership with our international project participants, who specalised in nursing, took action to bridge this gap.

Working alongside local healthcare professionals, we combined international and local medical expertise to provide general health assessments, advice and medication. Over 5 days of pop-up clinics and 20 family visits, we provided formal health assessments to 283 individuals (69% female, 31% male).

Beyond immediate medical care, we are continuously delivering health education workshops to empower communities—especially children—with essential knowledge on dental hygiene, nutrition, and handwashing practices.

By using interactive learning methods, we made preventive healthcare both engaging and accessible.

283

received direct

health assessments The Impact: Improving access to essential healthcare services Empowering community and leaners with knowledge on healthcare, promoting long-term preventive care Laying the groundwork for more focused health services, such as optometry and audiology ANNUAL REPORT 2023-24

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Enhancing Access to Opportunities

64.9 million 3:1 young people are

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youth are 3 times

more likely to be

unemployed

Improving Livelihoods Unemployment remains a significant challenge for young adults, who often face barriers to limited education, skill gaps, and economic constraints. We empower young adults to turn their skills into careers, driving long-term social and economic growth.

Our support, focuses on: Providing young adults with training

Our Impact:

and opportunities to boost employability Fostering entrepreneurship and skillbuilding for sustainable economic growth Equipping learners with practical skills,

SKILL BUILDING

1,041

HRS

Invested towards delivering workshops in our livelihoods programme

industry insights, and a growth mindset Supporting learners in diversifying income while celebrating cultural diversity

The scholarship has been a gamechanger for our family. Our child can continue learning without worrying about the financial burden.

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Impact Stories Financial Literacy and Women’s Empowerment

In Bhaktapur, Nepal, many women face financial and business challenges.

In response, we launched a Financial Literacy and Women’s Empowerment Project in January, equipping 25 women with skills to manage finances, grow businesses, and gain independence.

22% Now feel more confident in their banking and budgeting techniques

24.2% Expressed they now feel more confident and have gained increased

leadership skills

15.4% of learners reported increased confidence in handling loans

and financial planning

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Impact Stories In response to the financial challenges faced by students at Neel Kamal Public High School, in India, we launched the Financial Support for Future Scholarship Programme in the 2023-24 academic year.

The aim of our scholarship programme is to provide financial aid to students from Below Poverty Line families, prevent dropouts by supporting continued academic growth, promote gender equality by assisting both boys and girls, and foster community engagement through local partnerships.

54%

50%

of learners received

of tuition fees were covered by these

financial aid

scholarships

Success Story - Arushi Despite interruptions in her education due to financial difficulty, Aarushi excels academically. The scholarship has enabled her studies to continue uninterrupted, allowing her to reach her full potential.

The FSF Scholarship Programme has been pivotal in preventing dropouts and sustaining educational standards at Neel Kamal School. Its impact is visible in the academic growth and renewed hope among students and families.

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Addressing Climate Action Thanks to your effort, we are one step closer to a greener and more sustainable environment. This motivates us to continue working together for the well-being of our community and the planet.

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Climate Action At FutureSense Foundation our cross-cutting theme, climate action, is integral to our mission of fostering sustainable communities and places a key part in our programme development and implementation. We have been focusing on various initiatives over the past year.

Our support, focuses on: Delivering workshops in partner schools to promote environmental responsibility Empowering local learners to lead projects that protect their environment Providing resources and work with local learners to clean local areas Planting trees to offset more carbon than we generate

Our Impact: COMMUNITY CLEAN UP

692.5

HRS

of community clean-ups were completed

4479

litres of litter have been collected

TREES PLANTED

19,356

trees have been planted by our hubs

3876

HRS

have been spent planting trees

This activity taught us how to turn waste into something beautiful and useful, making learning fun and practical.

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Impact Stories Pro Eco Azuero

FutureSense Foundation has partnered with Pro Eco Azuero since 2023, working together to restore ecosystems, protect biodiversity, and drive reforestation efforts.

The Azuero Peninsula faces severe deforestation, leading to habitat loss and declining biodiversity. As part of our Climate Action commitment, we are restoring an 80km stretch of land in Pedasí, helping regenerate natural habitats for the endangered spider monkey.

15,606 trees planted

in partnership with Pro Eco Azuero

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Nature Park Elephants in Southeast Asia face exploitation in tourism and labour industries, often suffering from poor conditions and mistreatment.

As part of our commitment to animal welfare, climate action, and sustainability, FutureSense Foundation has collaborated with Thailand’s first ethical Elephant Nature Park (ENP) since 2013. ENP works to rescue and rehabilitate these animals while advocating for better welfare policies. Our programmes help sustain their mission by organising volunteer participation from our project participation.

Our Impact:

182

Project participants Partner schools donated their theoverseas ENP that we time workto with

630

HRS

contributed to assist with

animal welfare efforts

Our project participants free up ENP staff to focus on urgent elephant care and participants help raise awareness about ethical elephant treatment, inspiring advocacy for animal welfare. Through this collaboration, we’re not only contributing to the protection and rehabilitation of elephants but also promoting long-term change in the tourism industry.

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Breaking Barriers In Gender Equality

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Gender Equality Gender Equality is at the heart of everything we do.

Women make up more than half of the population in the countries we work in, yet gender inequalities limit their education, economic opportunities, and social mobility. Across all our programmes, we actively integrate gender-inclusive practices to create equal opportunities for girls and women.

Our support, focuses on: Integrate gender equality across all our initiatives to create equal opportunities.

Equip girls and women with the skills and confidence to pursue careers in STEAM. Promote leadership development, fostering confidence and independence.

Ensuring girls have the necessary tools, education, and support to thrive.

This is not just a workshop, but a beautiful opportunity for women like us to connect with each other ... As women, we are always busy taking care of our families, but this time was solely for us.

Female Learner, Nepal

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Impact Stories Countless girls lack affordable and hygienic menstrual products. As a result, 50% of girls in rural Battambang region miss school during their periods. In August, our Cambodia Hub conducted a reproductive health needs assessment with 46 young female learners, aged 11-13. The assessment aimed to uncover existing levels of reproductive health knowledge, identify cultural and social barriers, and shape future workshop content that speaks directly to the girls’ needs.

Key findings included: Period hygiene and body development were the top priorities Confusion around menstruation There is visible stigma around menstruation Strong desire for safe, open conversations

74%

18%

about periods

period symptom

felt scared

knew what a was

This needs assessment wasn't just a data-gathering exercise - it was a call to action. By listening to the girls and letting their voices guide us, we can ensure our reproductive health workshops are not only relevant but empowering.

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Impact Stories STEAM for Girls

Women are undervalued in the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics market, and as such are discouraged from entering these sectors due to limited support and opportunities.

Across our hubs, we've introduced STEAM workshops in partnership with local schools to provide early exposure to these fields—particularly for our female learners. These workshops not only spark curiosity and nurture technical skills, but also play a vital role in building social and emotional development.

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Financial Statement 2023-24 This year we experienced a reduction in fundraising income from partner donations, which had a notable impact on our overall financial position. We were pleased, however, that with increased support from the FutureSense Group, we were able to maintain the level of net resources available for our charitable activities.

Despite this, we ended the year with a deficit of £67,085, primarily due to rising operational costs.

Looking ahead, our focus is on rebuilding our reserves and strengthening our financial sustainability. A key part of this will be increasing partner donations and to ensure we can continue to support our programmes and communities effectively.

Statement of Financial Activities For the year end 31st August 2024 Resources from generated funds Challenge Events

2024 -

Gift Aid

£7,735

FutureSense Group Support

£280,224

Partner Donations Total Resources Generated Event Cost Net Resources Available for Charitable Activities Charitable Activities Education Initiatives

£64,753 £325,712 -

£336,716 £24,818

£325,712

£311,898

£265,407

Health Support

£94,788

Livelihood Support Total Charitable Activities Fundraising Support

£18,958 £379,153 -£535

£160,189 £57,210 £11,442

Governance Total Resources Used Net Resources Generated

£17,149 £395,767 -£43,055

Charitable Activities Expenditure 2023-24:

2023 £37,207 £15,319 £192,668 £91,522

£228,841 £24,652 £11,108 £264,601 £47,297 5%

Livelihood Support

25%

70%

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Health Support

Education Initiatives

Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2024 and beyond We are proud to launch a new phase of growth with our long-term Strategic Plan, building on the momentum of the past year. This roadmap sets our direction for deepening impact, strengthening operations, and securing our future sustainability.

Our strategy focuses on four core goals: 1. Achieve financial stability and build our reserves To secure our future, we are focused on enhancing our financial resilience. We aim to achieve this by: Increasing funding from our key partner, Challenges Abroad, through a rise in student groups Expanding our fundraising efforts and deepening relationships with our community of supporters

2. Strengthen organisational capacity and capability We recognise that a strong team is the backbone of our mission. To build our organisational strength, we will: Continue expanding our core team with strategic new hires Enhance our recruitment processes to attract and retain top talent Invest in professional development to empower our people with the skills they need to thrive

3. Enhance programme management capability We will improve the quality and reach of our projects by: Standardising best practices across all projects Strengthening project design and delivery across all hubs

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4. New impact measurement In a major new focus area, we are embedding impact measurement into everything we do by: Launching a new Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) framework to better track both quantitative and qualitative outcomes Training all team members in data collection, analysis, and impact reporting to drive continuous learning and improvement

As we look to the future, this strategic plan will guide our efforts to create sustainable, meaningful change while staying true to our mission. We are grateful for the continued support from our partners, fundraisers, and the incredible individuals who believe in our work

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