News stories from the JTYAF about award winners, fundraising activities, sponsorship, events and general good news about what the JTYAF has been doing.
The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation has supported the Coda Fiddle Orchestra for six years, providing music scholarships for students who have been assessed as showing above average ability.
Read MoreThe JTYAF is absolutely delighted to be in a position to support the reintroduction of the Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme at Ferndown Upper School.
Read MoreA young member of East Dorset Scouts has received an award towards a new saxophone to help him achieve his musical goals.
Read MoreElliott Dodds recently completed the Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Expedition for his Duke of Edinburgh award. The JTYAF were pleased to be able to help with the equipment for his adventure.
Read MoreCongratulations to all our runners for not only crossing the finish line but for raising such a fantastic amount of sponsorship too.
Read MoreThe party goers included, Absolutely Fabulous, Bully from Bulls Eye, Geri Halliwell, Amy Winehouse, Freddie Mercury and even Madge Harvey from Benidorm complete with mobility scooter!
Read MoreChristchurch Fire Cadet Dean Wilcox had an award for drumming lessons towards achieving his Silver Duke of Edinburgh.
Read MoreThe popular six piece band, Groovemeister, played to almost 300 party goers and with everyone on the dance floor it certainly was a night to remember.
Read MoreRosemary Locock, CSTT Education Officer, Youth Diversion has written a report about the recent Dorset Fire and Rescue Service Cadets European Exchange.
Read MoreNicholas Andreou, a student from Ferndown Upper School has been awarded funds to help him pursue his dream career as a professional musician.
Read MoreThey will plan and budget for the trip, develop teamwork and leadership skills and have the opportunity to meet Girl Guides from other areas.
Read MoreDorset and Wilts Wing Air Training Corps have been awarded funds to buy archery equipment for the cadets in Dorset and Wilts Wing.
Read MoreThe JTYAF recently supported three local Scouts in attending the 23rd World Scout Jamboree in Japan. Rebecca, George and Robert all had a great time.
Read MoreA young musician from Ferndown Middle School has received support from the JTYAF so that he can continue with his lessons.
Read MoreIt's sure to be a fantastic evening with Burlesque Performers providing an array of scintillating presentations, smouldering sensuality and a splash of sexual spice!
Read MoreOur 4th Companion Dog Show was a great success with pooches travelling far and wide to join us on the day.
Read MoreA group from St Pauls church Throop have just got back from an exciting trip to South Africa. Here's their diary from their trip:
Read MoreGeorge has recently returned from his Trans Andes expedition and has written to tell us all about his fabulous trip.
Read MoreA young member of Weymouth Taekwondo Club has been awarded a grant so he can pursue his passion and represent Great Britain.
Read MoreA local Air Cadet from 171 Squadron (Christchurch) has been awarded a grant to help towards achieving his bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award.
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.
