Gorsemoor Scouts Set Sail for a Weekend of Adventure
/Gorsemoor Scouts are preparing for an exciting sailing weekend with the Discovery Sailing Project, thanks to support from the JTYAF.
Read MoreNews stories from the JTYAF about award winners, fundraising activities, sponsorship, events and general good news about what the JTYAF has been doing.
Gorsemoor Scouts are preparing for an exciting sailing weekend with the Discovery Sailing Project, thanks to support from the JTYAF.
Read MoreThe 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 MoreA 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 MoreA 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 MoreThe 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 MoreA 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.
Read MoreThe JTYAF is delighted to have supported a five-year-old child who is preverbal and has an autism diagnosis by funding an iPad with the Proloquo2Go communication app installed.
Read MoreThe JTYAF has funded the purchase of a cella for a talented young musician who has been offered a place on an Actor Musician BA Degree course at university,
Read MoreWe’re delighted to award a bursary for fishing equipment to a 14-year-old who shows real skill, dedication, and a strong personal connection to fishing. For him, fishing is more than a hobby. The quiet time, patience, and achievement help him balance school and wellbeing.
Read MoreWe were delighted to hear from a former JTYAF award winner whose bursary helped her buy a drum kit and continue pursuing her ambition of becoming a professional drummer.
Read MoreWe’re delighted to share how the JTYAF has been able to support ten students from Lytchett Minster School as they take part in their Duke of Edinburgh’s Award expeditions.
Read MoreWe’re incredibly proud to share the impact of our recent support for an amazing four‑legged hero through Helpful Hounds.
Read MoreThe JTYAF is proud to welcome the Bournemouth Youth Marching Band as one of their organisations of support for 2026.
Read MoreThe JTYAF is proud to support Hayley’s wonderful Child in the Wild Forest School by funding sessions for families who might not otherwise be able to enjoy the benefits of outdoor play and learning.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreA talented 16-year-old Sea Cadet from Bournemouth is set to achieve his Day Skipper Theory qualification, thanks to the support of JTYAF.
Read MoreOne 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreA motivated and determined 15 year old has received vital funding to purchase professional hair cutting equipment—an essential step towards his dream career.
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
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