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Scholarship for Talented Swimmer
Aug 28, 2025
Scholarship for Talented Swimmer
Aug 28, 2025

A talented 15-year-old swimmer has recently been awarded a scholarship that will support his continued training at Swim Bournemouth, along with covering his competition fees. This scholarship recognises his dedication and achievements in the sport.

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Aug 28, 2025
Ultimate Land’s End to John O’Groats Solo Endurance Cycle for the JTYAF
Aug 27, 2025
Ultimate Land’s End to John O’Groats Solo Endurance Cycle for the JTYAF
Aug 27, 2025

Dan 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!

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Aug 27, 2025
Help Us Become an AFC Bournemouth Charity Partner
Aug 27, 2025
Help Us Become an AFC Bournemouth Charity Partner
Aug 27, 2025

We’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!

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Aug 27, 2025
Ferndown Middle School Fun Run: A Resounding Success!
Aug 24, 2025
Ferndown Middle School Fun Run: A Resounding Success!
Aug 24, 2025

What an incredible day at Ferndown Middle School! To support the JTYAF, the entire school community came together for a Fun Run

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Aug 24, 2025
Supporting Junior Cricket at Cattistock
Aug 19, 2025
Supporting Junior Cricket at Cattistock
Aug 19, 2025

Our funding enabled Cattistock Cricket Club to purchase a mobile net and an artificial wicket for the junior section, significantly improving their training and coaching facilities.

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Aug 19, 2025
Supporting Duke of Edinburgh's Awards
Aug 1, 2025
Supporting Duke of Edinburgh's Awards
Aug 1, 2025

So far this year we have provided funding to eleven participants helping with expedition fees and equipment enabling them to complete their expeditions for either their Bronze, Silver or Gold Awards.

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Aug 1, 2025
Forest School Sessions
Jul 29, 2025
Forest School Sessions
Jul 29, 2025

The JTYAF is delighted to support access for young children and families who might not otherwise have the opportunity to benefit from the unique experiences that Hayley’s Child in the Wild Forest School offers.

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Jul 29, 2025
Air Cadet to attend Remembrance Camp
Jul 19, 2025
Air Cadet to attend Remembrance Camp
Jul 19, 2025

A 14-year-old Air Cadet from Lyneham Squadron will be attending a Remembrance Camp this November, supported by the JTYAF.

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Jul 19, 2025
Colour Rush at West Moors Middle School
Jul 16, 2025
Colour Rush at West Moors Middle School
Jul 16, 2025

West 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.

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Jul 16, 2025
Ferndown Upper School Student to go to National School's Championships
Jul 13, 2025
Ferndown Upper School Student to go to National School's Championships
Jul 13, 2025

A 14-year-old student from Ferndown Upper School has been selected as one of only 32 athletes to represent Dorset at the National Schools’ Championships in Birmingham.

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Jul 13, 2025
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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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Registered Charity Number: 1125277  .  Postal Address:  PO Box 7124  .  Ferndown  .  Dorset  .  BH22 2DB

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