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November 27, 2015

Music Scholarships help Young Musicians from the Coda Fiddle Orchestra

November 27, 2015/ Guest User
Music Scholarships help Young Musicians from the Coda Fiddle Orchestra

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.  

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November 23, 2015

Duke of Edinburgh's Award Reintroduced at Ferndown Upper School

November 23, 2015/ Guest User
Duke of Edinburgh's Award Reintroduced at Ferndown Upper School

The 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.  

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November 23, 2015

Musical talent

November 23, 2015/ admin
Musical talent

A young member of East Dorset Scouts has received an award towards a new saxophone to help him achieve his musical goals. 

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November 19, 2015

Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Expedition

November 19, 2015/ admin
Wainwright’s Coast to Coast Expedition

Elliott 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. 

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November 17, 2015

Bournemouth Maraton Festival

November 17, 2015/ Guest User
Bournemouth Maraton Festival

Congratulations to all our runners for not only crossing the finish line but for raising such a fantastic amount of sponsorship too. 

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November 16, 2015

Best of British Charity Party Night Raises £1400!

November 16, 2015/ Guest User
Best of British Charity Party Night Raises £1400!

The 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!

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November 16, 2015/ Guest User/
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November 16, 2015

Drumming Award for Dean

November 16, 2015/ admin
Drumming Award for Dean

Christchurch Fire Cadet Dean Wilcox had an award for drumming lessons towards achieving his Silver Duke of Edinburgh. 

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November 12, 2015

Charity Party Night Raisers Over £3000!

November 12, 2015/ Guest User
Charity Party Night Raisers Over £3000!

The 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.

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November 04, 2015

The 2015 European Fire Cadets Exchange

November 04, 2015/ admin
The 2015 European Fire Cadets Exchange

Rosemary Locock, CSTT Education Officer, Youth Diversion has written a report about the recent Dorset Fire and Rescue Service Cadets European Exchange. 

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October 26, 2015

Guitar Hero

October 26, 2015/ admin
Guitar Hero

Nicholas Andreou, a student from Ferndown Upper School has been awarded funds to help him pursue his dream career as a professional musician. 

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October 21, 2015

Canal Trip for Girl Guides

October 21, 2015/ admin
Canal Trip for Girl Guides

They will plan and budget for the trip, develop teamwork and leadership skills and have the opportunity to meet Girl Guides from other areas.

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October 21, 2015

Archery Awards for Air Cadets

October 21, 2015/ admin
Archery Awards for Air Cadets

Dorset and Wilts Wing Air Training Corps have been awarded funds to buy archery equipment for the cadets in Dorset and Wilts Wing.  

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October 20, 2015

Local Scouts attend the 23rd World Scout Jamboree in Japan

October 20, 2015/ admin
Local Scouts attend the 23rd World Scout Jamboree in Japan

The JTYAF recently supported three local Scouts in attending the 23rd World Scout Jamboree in Japan. Rebecca, George and Robert all had a great time.

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October 19, 2015

Trombone Talents

October 19, 2015/ admin
Trombone Talents

A young musician from Ferndown Middle School has received support from the JTYAF so that he can continue with his lessons.  

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October 06, 2015

Las Vegas comes to Ferndown!

October 06, 2015/ Guest User
Las Vegas comes to Ferndown!

It's sure to be a fantastic evening with Burlesque Performers providing an array of scintillating presentations, smouldering sensuality and a splash of sexual spice! 

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October 06, 2015/ Guest User/
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October 01, 2015

4th Companion Dog Show Raises over £700

October 01, 2015/ Guest User
4th Companion Dog Show Raises over £700

Our 4th Companion Dog Show was a great success with pooches travelling far and wide to join us on the day. 

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September 30, 2015

Adventures in South Africa for St Pauls Church

September 30, 2015/ admin
Adventures in South Africa for St Pauls Church

A group from St Pauls church Throop have just got back from an exciting trip to South Africa. Here's their diary from their trip:

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September 29, 2015

George's Diary: A Trans Andes Expedition

September 29, 2015/ admin
George's Diary: A Trans Andes Expedition

George has recently returned from his Trans Andes expedition and has written to tell us all about his fabulous trip. 

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September 23, 2015

Taekwondo Champ Competes Internationally

September 23, 2015/ admin
Taekwondo Champ Competes Internationally

A young member of Weymouth Taekwondo Club has been awarded a grant so he can pursue his passion and represent Great Britain. 

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September 21, 2015

Snowdonia and Isreal: Travel Awards for 2 Air Cadets

September 21, 2015/ admin
Snowdonia and Isreal: Travel Awards for 2 Air Cadets

A local Air Cadet from 171 Squadron (Christchurch) has been awarded a grant to help towards achieving his bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award.

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September 21, 2015/ admin/
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The 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.


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