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September 05, 2025

Young Award Winner Secures Spot at Crufts 2026

September 05, 2025/ JTYAF
Young Award Winner Secures Spot at Crufts 2026

Our young award winner recently received a JTYAF bursary to support her ongoing training and development in the sport of dog agility.

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September 05, 2025/ JTYAF/
Award winners
September 01, 2025

The Mayor’s Charity Partnership raises £5000!

September 01, 2025/ JTYAF
The Mayor’s Charity Partnership raises £5000!

Councillor Terry Cordery, a committed and enthusiastic supporter of the JTYAF, proudly chose John’s Foundation as his designated charity throughout his term as Mayor.

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September 01, 2025/ JTYAF/
Fundraising, Thank you
August 30, 2025

Dorset Fit - Walk-a-Thon Raises £683!!

August 30, 2025/ JTYAF
Dorset Fit - Walk-a-Thon Raises £683!!

We would like to thank Hannah at Dorset Fit for all the time and effort she put into organising the Walk-a-thon at King George V Playing Fields.

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August 30, 2025/ JTYAF/
Thank you, Fundraising
August 28, 2025

Scholarship for Talented Swimmer

August 28, 2025/ JTYAF
Scholarship for Talented Swimmer

A talented 15-year-old swimmer has recently been awarded a scholarship that will support his continued training at Swim Bournemouth, along with covering his competition fees. This scholarship recognises his dedication and achievements in the sport.

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August 28, 2025/ JTYAF/
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August 27, 2025

Ultimate Land’s End to John O’Groats Solo Endurance Cycle for the JTYAF

August 27, 2025/ JTYAF
Ultimate Land’s End to John O’Groats Solo Endurance Cycle for the JTYAF

Dan will be taking on the ultimate '40 for JT' Charity Challenge in support of the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation (JTYAF). A solo endurance cycle from Land’s End to John O’Groats of 1040 miles!

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August 27, 2025/ JTYAF/
Fundraising, Sponsorship
August 27, 2025

Help Us Become an AFC Bournemouth Charity Partner

August 27, 2025/ JTYAF
Help Us Become an AFC Bournemouth Charity Partner

We’re thrilled to announce that the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation has been selected to progress to the voting stage to become one of AFC Bournemouth’s charity partners!

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August 27, 2025/ JTYAF/
Fundraising
August 24, 2025

Ferndown Middle School Fun Run: A Resounding Success!

August 24, 2025/ JTYAF
Ferndown Middle School Fun Run: A Resounding Success!

What an incredible day at Ferndown Middle School! To support the JTYAF, the entire school community came together for a Fun Run

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August 24, 2025/ JTYAF/
Thank you, Fundraising
August 19, 2025

Supporting Junior Cricket at Cattistock

August 19, 2025/ JTYAF
Supporting Junior Cricket at Cattistock

Our funding enabled Cattistock Cricket Club to purchase a mobile net and an artificial wicket for the junior section, significantly improving their training and coaching facilities.

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August 19, 2025/ JTYAF/
Award winners
August 01, 2025

Supporting Duke of Edinburgh's Awards

August 01, 2025/ JTYAF
Supporting Duke of Edinburgh's Awards

So far this year we have provided funding to eleven participants helping with expedition fees and equipment enabling them to complete their expeditions for either their Bronze, Silver or Gold Awards.

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August 01, 2025/ JTYAF/
Award winners
July 29, 2025

Forest School Sessions

July 29, 2025/ JTYAF
Forest School Sessions

The JTYAF is delighted to support access for young children and families who might not otherwise have the opportunity to benefit from the unique experiences that Hayley’s Child in the Wild Forest School offers.

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July 29, 2025/ JTYAF/
Award winners
July 19, 2025

Air Cadet to attend Remembrance Camp

July 19, 2025/ JTYAF
Air Cadet to attend Remembrance Camp

A 14-year-old Air Cadet from Lyneham Squadron will be attending a Remembrance Camp this November, supported by the JTYAF.

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July 19, 2025/ JTYAF/
Award winners
July 16, 2025

Colour Rush at West Moors Middle School

July 16, 2025/ JTYAF
Colour Rush at West Moors Middle School

West Moors Middle School students recently supported the 40 for JT Challenge with a ‘Colour Rush’ Fun Run. We were absolutely delighted to receive a cheque for an incredible £1830.54!  What a fantastic fundraising achievement. We can’t thank the students enough for their support.

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July 16, 2025/ JTYAF/
Fundraising, Thank you
July 13, 2025

Ferndown Upper School Student to go to National School's Championships

July 13, 2025/ JTYAF
Ferndown Upper School Student to go to National School's Championships

A 14-year-old student from Ferndown Upper School has been selected as one of only 32 athletes to represent Dorset at the National Schools’ Championships in Birmingham.

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July 13, 2025/ JTYAF/
Award winners
July 10, 2025

Rucksacks For D of E

July 10, 2025/ Linda Thornton
Rucksacks For D of E

The JTYAF supported two students from Budmouth College with the funds to buy rucksacks

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July 10, 2025/ Linda Thornton/
Award winners
July 07, 2025

Success for the Boscombe Youth Fiddle Orchestra

July 07, 2025/ JTYAF
Success for the Boscombe Youth Fiddle Orchestra

The Boscombe Youth Fiddle Orchestra, proudly supported by the JTYAF, achieved remarkable success at this year’s Bournemouth Performing Arts Competition, which is now celebrating its 95th season.

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July 07, 2025/ JTYAF/
July 01, 2025

Talented Trampolinist Representing England in Portugal

July 01, 2025/ JTYAF
Talented Trampolinist Representing England in Portugal

The JTYAF is honoured to support this talented trampolinist to attend an international competition, the Scalabis Cup in Portugal.

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July 01, 2025/ JTYAF/
Award winners
June 30, 2025

JTYAF Honoured with a High Sheriff's Award

June 30, 2025/ JTYAF
JTYAF Honoured with a High Sheriff's Award

The JTYAF was honoured to receive a High Sheriff’s Award at the recent Fete on the Field event in Ferndown.

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June 30, 2025/ JTYAF/
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June 17, 2025

Paul's 8th Curry Night at the Cinnamon Ferndown

June 17, 2025/ JTYAF
Paul's 8th Curry Night at the Cinnamon Ferndown

Huge thanks to Paul and Alam for the 8th JTYAF Curry Night at the Cinnamon. These curry nights are a big favourite with our supporters and this one was another resounding success

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June 17, 2025/ JTYAF/
Fundraising, Thank you
June 15, 2025

Support for Talented Musician

June 15, 2025/ JTYAF
Support for Talented Musician

The JTYAF was absolutely delighted to support a talented young musician by contributing towards a new clarinet.

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June 15, 2025/ JTYAF/
Award winners
June 09, 2025

A Visit to the Ancient Technology Centre for Edison Class

June 09, 2025/ JTYAF
A Visit to the Ancient Technology Centre for Edison Class

The JTYAF was delighted to support a trip to The Ancient Technology Centre in Cranborne. Despite facing challenging weather conditions, with persistent rain, the visit proved to be a valuable learning experience for the students.

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June 09, 2025/ JTYAF/
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The 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.


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Registered Charity Number: 1125277  .  Postal Address:  PO Box 7124  .  Ferndown  .  Dorset  .  BH22 2DB

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