The JTYAF is proud to be supporting the ambitions of talented young people, and recently, we had the privilege of helping a gifted snooker player to enter the World Snooker Federation Championships in Bulgaria.

A talented 16-year-old Sea Cadet from Bournemouth is set to achieve his Day Skipper Theory qualification, thanks to the support of JTYAF.

One of our award winners received a bursary to support her ambition of competing in more dog agility competitions, with the ultimate goal of qualifying for Crufts — and we’re thrilled to say she did just that.

The JTYAF is thrilled to announce its support for three exceptional local Scouts and Guides, who have been chosen to represent Dorset County at the 26th World Scout Jamboree in Gdansk, Poland, in 2027.

The RAF Air Cadets from Highworth Supermarine Squadron took part in an unforgettable experience at the 2025 Air Cadet Remembrance Camp in France, thanks in part to the support of the JTYAF.

A motivated and determined 15 year old has received vital funding to purchase professional hair cutting equipment—an essential step towards his dream career.

Thanks to the JTYAF, a young athlete has been able to acquire a technical sports vest designed to monitor and enhance his performance as a runner.

Bournemouth Explorer Scouts are preparing for a remarkable International Camp at Lake Balaton in Hungary, with help from the generous support of the JTYAF.

We are thrilled to announce that, thanks to JTYAF funding, Hampreston First School will be welcoming 12 brand new Bee-Bots (programmable floor robots) into their classrooms.

Aspiring historians often dream of stepping into the places where history was made. Thanks to a JTYAF bursary, a dedicated 16-year-old student from Ferndown Upper School is turning this dream into reality by joining the Year 13 History Department’s trip to Berlin.

Thanks to the help of a JTYAF bursary, one of our young achievers was able to join his teammates from the GBG Saracens Powerchair Football Team at the National Championships in Nottingham.

A student in her second year of an A Level Photography course has received a bursary towards a DSLR Camera.

We are thrilled to announce that the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation (JTYAF) has provided funding to enhance the library resources at West Moors Middle School.

The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation (JTYAF) was delighted to attend the Boscombe Youth Fiddle Orchestra’s Christmas Concert, a festive event that truly highlighted the incredible progress of the twelve John Thornton Music Scholars.

Since 2010, the JTYAF has proudly supported over 230 young people, covering not only the cost of fees but also providing essential equipment, ensuring that no one misses out on this valuable opportunity due to financial constraints.

We are delighted to share the impressive achievements of our 13-year-old award winner, who proudly represented England in trampolining at the prestigious Scalabis Cup held in Portugal this October.

Thanks to the generous support of the JTYAF, 42 cadets will have the honour of representing both the RAF Air Cadets (RAFAC) and the Royal Air Force (RAF) at the Remembrance ceremony in Achiet-le-Grand, France.

A passionate Year 9 music student at Ferndown Upper School has been supported with a JTYAF award designed to nurture her growing talent. Thanks to this award, she will benefit from a full year of singing lessons with an experienced individual voice teacher.

The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation has supported the Cornerstone Academy with funding for the purchase of three 3-man tents. This will enable the school to offer Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expeditions to a wider group of students, particulary those who may face fanancial barriers.