News stories from the JTYAF about award winners, fundraising activities, sponsorship, events and general good news about what the JTYAF has been doing.
A guest appearance by local author Janine Pulford will take place at the JTYAF stand at Fete on the Field in Ferndown on 20 June. Dorset author Janine Pulford will be signing copies of her latest release ‘Paws in the Flood’ at Ferndown Fete on the Field in support of the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation.
Read MorePaul and his gym buddies from Purbeck Powerlifting Club are preparing to take on an extraordinary fundraising challenge for the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation. Their goal is to bench press an incredible 50 tonnes in just 40 minutes — a feat that will test strength, endurance and teamwork to the limit
Read MoreThe annual Vintage Afternoon Tea at the Barrington Centre, held in support of the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation, once again proved to be a wonderful celebration of community spirit and generosity.
Read MoreA huge JTYAF thank you goes out to Paul for his exceptional organisation of the 9th JTYAF Curry Night at the Cinnamon Indian Restaurant in Ferndown.
Read MoreOur recent Quiz Night was a fantastic success and thoroughly enjoyed by everyone who took part. The evening was filled with laughter, friendly competition and a wonderful sense of community. Congratulations to ‘A Good Vintage’ who was the winning team.
Read MoreWe send our thanks to all the members of Twenty4Art for choosing the John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation (JTYAF) as one of their supported charities during their Art & Craft Sale & Exhibition.
Read MoreA huge thank you to Emily for once again organising the JTYAF Christmas Bingo night at the Cumberland Hotel — our sixth consecutive year of this much-loved event.
Read MoreThe ‘40 for JT’ challenge, created in honour of what would have been John’s 40th birthday, has genuinely inspired our supporters.
Read MoreThe JTYAF was honoured to be chosen as one of the supported charities for the recent Hearnes Ferndown Firework Event. This fantastic community event, organised by FunFest Events, was an outstanding success on every level.
Read MoreThe Cardboard Campout Challenge 2025, hosted by Ferndown Upper School Sixth Formers raised a staggering £10,095. A testament to these outstanding young people and their commitment and support of the JTYAF.
Read MoreDan’s recent feat, cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats, was nothing short of extraordinary. Dan not only conquered the route in just six days, but also raised a phenomenal £5,260 for John’s Foundation
Read MoreCongratulations to all our dedicated ‘pullers,’ who spent their August Bank Holiday Monday bravely pulling a Boeing 737, weighing in at 35,000 Kg, over a challenging distance of 50 metres at the Dorset Plane Pull event.
Read MoreThe 40 for JT Challenge has inspired some truly innovative fundraising activities centered around the number 40, and Swim Bournemouth came up with the brilliant idea to organise a raffle featuring 40 fantastic prize
Read MoreDan 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!
Read MoreCouncillor Terry Cordery, a committed and enthusiastic supporter of the JTYAF, proudly chose John’s Foundation as his designated charity throughout his term as Mayor.
Read MoreWe 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.
Read MoreDan 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!
Read MoreWe’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!
Read MoreWhat an incredible day at Ferndown Middle School! To support the JTYAF, the entire school community came together for a Fun Run
Read MoreWest 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.
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.
