Spanish Adventure Brings Language Learning to Life
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A dedicated 14-year-old language student has received JTYAF funding towards a five-day Year 10 GCSE Spanish trip to Málaga in 2027.
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Setting Sail for Skills, Confidence and Adventure
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The JTYAF is delighted to support four Bournemouth Sea Cadets and Royal Marine Cadets, aged 12 to 16, as they take part in valuable offshore training courses.
Read MoreYoung Karting Talent Accelerates Towards a Racing Career
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A talented 15-year-old from Ferndown Upper School has received a JTYAF scholarship to support his ambition to become a professional racing driver. His exceptional ability has already seen him progress from Junior Rotax to Senior Rotax two years earlier than usual.
Read MoreA New Chapter for Ferndown Upper School Library
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Linda and Pete Thornton were honoured to attend the launch of Ferndown Upper School’s new library, a welcoming space that the JTYAF was proud to help make possible.
Read MoreSupporting a 16 year old Swim Bournemouth Athlete
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The JTYAF is delighted to support a talented 16-year-old athlete from Swim Bournemouth with a scholarship to help him continue developing in the sport he loves.
Read MoreJTYAF Helps Island Community Action Expand Duke of Edinburgh Opportunities in Dorset
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The JTYAF is proud to support the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award in Dorset, helping more young people access opportunities that build confidence, resilience and valuable life skills.
Read MoreJTYAF Supports Bournemouth Youth Marching Band and Young Beginners
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The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation is delighted to support Bournemouth Youth Marching Band, one of the largest and most successful youth marching bands in the South.
Read MoreDorset’s Rising Acting Star Secures Prestigious Place in New York
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One of our exceptionally talented award winners has secured one of just 28 places available worldwide on the three-year Professional Conservatory programme at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting in New York City.
Read MoreYoung Achiever Takes on Sierra Leone Half Marathon and Community Project
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JTYAF support is helping an outstanding 16-year-old combine an ambitious sporting challenge with important community work
Read MoreSt Michael’s Pupils Set Sail on a Life-Changing Tall Ships Adventure
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The JTYAF was delighted to support three pupils from St Michael’s Middle School on an unforgettable Tall Ships adventure—an opportunity that would not have been possible without funding.
Read MoreNorth Wales Scout Adventure Builds Independence and Confidence
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A 13-year-old member of Christchurch Scouts has received a JTYAF bursary towards a seven-day Scout trip to North Wales
Read MoreHelping a Young Cellist Reach Her Grade 4 Goal
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A talented 12-year-old musician has received a JTYAF bursary to fund a term of cello lessons, helping her continue developing her musical skills and work towards her Grade 4 examination at the end of the year.
Read MoreHelp for a Local Swimmer to Reach the Special Olympics GB National Summer Games
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The JTYAF is delighted to support a talented local swimmer as he prepares to compete at the Special Olympics GB National Summer Games in Birmingham this August.
Read MoreAdventure Training Support for Ferndown Squadron Air Cadets
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The JTYAF is delighted to support Ferndown Squadron Air Cadets with funding towards an Adventure Training Camp at PGL Osmington.
Read MoreGorsemoor Scouts Set Sail for a Weekend of Adventure
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Gorsemoor Scouts are preparing for an exciting sailing weekend with the Discovery Sailing Project, thanks to support from the JTYAF.
Read MoreA Life-Changing Expedition Across Southern Africa
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The JTYAF was delighted to support a student from Ferndown Upper School with essential kit for an exciting World Challenge expedition to Eswatini and Mozambique.
Read MoreFinding Her Voice: Singing Lessons Help Young Performer Shine
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A young music student has written to thank the JTYAF after receiving funding for singing lessons, which have helped her develop her vocal skills, improve her confidence and make strong progress towards her Music GCSE.
Read MoreSupporting Safety and Ambition in American Football
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A dedicated 16-year-old American football player has received a JTYAF award to help cover the cost of a new American football helmet, giving him access to the up-to-date protective equipment he needs to continue developing safely in the sport.
Read MoreHelping Guides Travel to Wembley for The Big Gig
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The JTYAF is delighted to support fifty North East Forest Division Guides with a contribution towards transport costs for an exciting trip to Wembley in October, where they will attend Girlguiding’s pop concert, The Big Gig.
Read MoreSupporting a Young Sportsman to Pro Direct Academy
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A talented 16-year-old student from Ferndown Upper School has secured an exciting scholarship at Pro Direct Academy in Hamworthy, where he will undertake the NCFE Level 3 in Sport.
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