News stories from the JTYAF about award winners, fundraising activities, sponsorship, events and general good news about what the JTYAF has been doing.
The 40 for JT Challenge has inspired some incredible activities, and Paul, a former British and European Powerlifting Champion, certainly rose to the occasion. As the head of the Purbeck Powerlifting Club, Paul and his team of dedicated powerlifters took on the ambitious challenge of bench pressing 40 tonnes in just 30 minutes.
Read MoreThe JTYAF Vintage Afternoon Tea was a truly fantastic community effort and a hugely successful event raising almost £2,500 for John’s Foundation
Read MoreIn 2019, a talented young musician, received an award from the JTYAF to support her development in music. We are thrilled to share an update on her progress.
Read MoreCouncillor Terry Cordery, the Mayor of Ferndown, cycled 40 kilometers for John’s Foundation on his 87th birthday!
Read MoreWe are thrilled to share the incredible success of the Quiz Night organised by Terry Cordery, the Mayor of Ferndown, in support of John’s Foundation. Terry, a great friend of the JTYAF, chose our foundation for his mayoral year, and we couldn't be more grateful.
Read MoreThe Year 9 students at Ferndown Upper School have an exciting opportunity to participate in a Summer Residential trip to Buddens Farm Activity Centre and the JTYAF is delighted to support 14 students to take part.
Read MoreOur 40 for JT Challenge has kicked off with remarkable enthusiasm.
Read MoreA dedicated 13-year-old student from Ferndown Upper School has qualified for the prestigious Irish Dancing Ceili World Championships, set to be held in Dublin next month. The JTYAF is proud to step in and support her by providing the necessary funds for her costumes.
Read MoreA talented 15-year-old student from Ferndown Upper School has been awarded a bursary to attend two prestigious Synchronised/Artistic Swimming Courses in Kent.
Read MoreAfter participating in two rigorous selection weekends, a local Girlguide has been chosen for an extraordinary international adventure with Guiding.
Read MoreThe JTYAF is helping to fund swimming for KS2 students who have been unable to access swimming lessons outside of school.
Read MoreThe JTYAF is proud to announce the awarding of a bursary to an exceptionally talented 14-year-old downhill mountain bike racer.
Read MoreWe are immensely grateful to Councillor Toni Coombs, a great friend of the JTYAF, for selecting John's Foundation as the beneficiary charity for the fabulous Twelfth Night Celebration at Crane Valley Golf Club.
Read MoreWe are thrilled to announce that the John Thornton Music Scholarships will be funding one-on-one tuition for twelve incredibly talented violinists in the year ahead.
Read MoreWe had an absolutely wonderful evening, and we couldn't have done it without the help and support of so many incredible people and businesses!
Read MoreThe JTYAF has supported a trip to O2 Arena for 50 students from Ferndown Middle School. By contributing to the cost of coach travel, this opportunity has been made accessible for all of the students.
Read MoreThe JTYAF is delighted to support two Explorer Scouts, with a contribution towards an International Trip where they will spend time at Rieneck Castle and then visit Christchurch’s twin town of Aalen.
Read MoreA 15 year old student who is a member of Army Cadet Music has received funding to purchase a Euphonium to support his ambition of a career in music with the Royal Corps of Army Music
Read MoreThe JTYAF was invited to a Christmas Concert at St Peter’s Church in Bournemouth where the John Thornton Music Scholars performed solos and received their certificates and Award Winners Badges.
Read MoreThe JTYAF supports young people from a wide range of youth organisations providing them with scholarships and bursaries to support their personal development and the pursuit of their ambitions.
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The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation (JTYAF) was set up in memory of John Thornton who was tragically killed in Afghanistan in 2008.
The JTYAF provides opportunities for young people to help them to develop as individuals and fulfil their ambitions in life as John was able to do.
Registered Charity Number: 1125277 . Postal Address: PO Box 7124 . Ferndown . Dorset . BH22 2DB
The JTYAF is supported by the following businesses, we are very grateful for their generosity.
