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/Our most recent award has gone out to a young lady who at just 12 years old has already proved her ability as a footballer and an inspirational figure for other young girls.
Read MoreNews stories from the JTYAF about award winners, fundraising activities, sponsorship, events and general good news about what the JTYAF has been doing.
Our most recent award has gone out to a young lady who at just 12 years old has already proved her ability as a footballer and an inspirational figure for other young girls.
Read MoreThe John Thornton Pram Race was a fantastic event and the teams this year showed a great sense of fun and imagination with their prams and fancy dress.
Read MorePoole Goes Vintage was a fabulous celebration of Vintage-ness which transported hundreds of visitors back to the 1940’s-1960’s with live music, dancing, fashion shows, memorabilia and iconic motors.
Read MoreA young man with ambitions of a career in computer graphics and digital art, has been awarded a bursary to fund an 8-week animation course.
Read MoreThe JTYAF has funded a cookery course, ‘Make it With Me’ at the Chewton Glen, where she will be able develop her skills and take another step along the path to achieving her ambitions.
Read MoreA local young boy who suffers from cerebral palsy has received an award from the JTYAF to help with the cost of an electric tricycle.
Read MoreA young man from Christchurch Learning Centre with an avid interest in bikes has been supported with JTYAF funding to start his own business.
Read MoreMartyn Lever and his team at CrossFit Bournemouth deserve a huge thank you. They recently took on a 24-hour cycling challenge to raise funds for the JTYAF covering a distance of 2,347,517 metres and raised almost £4000!
Read MoreEast Dorset Scout District is holding a District Camp where their young people will join together and take part in a whole range of activities and challenges.
Read MoreBeaucroft Foundation School have used this year’s funding to contribute towards the purchase of a Variety minibus.
Read MoreA local young lady who aims to become a swimming teacher has received funding to cover a STA Swim Teachers Course.
Read MoreThe JTYAF is helping a Cadet to attend a Meteorological Course where he will complete a Level 3 Certificate in Meteorology.
Read MoreBournemouth Sea Cadets are taking part in an annual Marine Cadet Camp where they will develop their leadership skills and gain many other qualifications.
Read MoreA local young man who is a member of the GB Taekwondo Squad has been selected for the European Championships in Turkey.
Read MoreIn addition to the awards already given out to Ferndown Upper School students we have recently provided funding for the purchase 10 Exam Reader Pens.
Read MorePaul Hooker organised another great day at Holbury Lakes Trout Fishery.
Read MoreHorserenity is an equine assisted learning centre providing help for children and adults with their challenges, giving them space and time outdoors with horses
Read MoreThis is the 9th consecutive year that the charity has supported the Dorset & Wilts team to take part in the Nijmegen March, making the challenge accessible to more than 150 Air Cadets over the years.
Read MoreWe delighted to be selling raffle tickets for £1 each for a lucky winner to attend the Aston Martin HQ as a guest of the Aston Martin Owners Club (“AMOC”). Tickets can be purchased online by clicking on the button below or through Linda or Pete directly.
Read MoreA talented young lady pursuing her dream to follow a career in the performing arts, has recently auditioned and been selected for West End Kids.
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.