CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Trustees, Annual Report for the period From 06.04.23 To 05.04.24 Charity name: The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation Charity registration number: 1125277 Objectives and Activities SORP relerence Para 1.17 Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document To advance in lrfe and to help young people from Femdown Upper School, Dorset & Wiltshire Wing Air Cadets, members of the Air Cadets Junior Leaders Course and members of other organisations as agreed by the JTYAF Board of Trustees. by providing financial assistance that will enable them to develop their capabilities and grow in maturity both as individuals and members of societ The Trustees of the JTYAF have enabled numerous local young people to pursue their aspirations and develop as individuals. As a Board of Trustees, we have diligently provided financial assistance, particularfy for leisure activities and pursuits, to help selected young people enhance their skills and capabilities. Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or seprfices identified in the accounts. P8ra 1 17aThJ We have achieved this by awarding scholarships and bursaries to deserving young individuals, chosen by the organisations we support. thereby encouraging personal growth and achievement. Additionally, we have granled Discretionary Awards to young people not affiliated wtth any of our supported organisations and have also funded various school and group projects. Overall, in 2024 we have supported young people with awards totalling nearly £66,000, benefitting 79 individuals, and have funded 18 whole school and group ventures. The charity allocated funding for support to young people from 19 youth organisations including, Femdown Upper School, the Air Cadets Junior Leaders Course, Dorset & Wilts Air Cadets, Beaucroft Foundation School, Ferndown Middle School. St Michael's Middle School. West Moors Middle School, Femdown First School, Parley First School, Hampreston First SGhool, the Boscombe Youth Fiddle Orchestra, the Duke of
Edinburgh's Award Scheme, umemouth, Christchurch and Poole and the Shires. Dorset. Dorset Scouts and Christchurch Division Scouts. Dorset Guides, the Boumemouth Sea Cadets & Royal Marine Cadets, Swim Boumemouth and Child in the Wild Forest School. The Discretionary and Accessible Funds were used to provide opportunities for young people who are not members of the JTYAF'S supported organisations. During 2024 a total of £6,700 was awarded to support 10 individuals and 2 group projects. The charity also continues to fund the lease for a 16-seater minibus, sepling 7 local schools plus numerous local youth organisations. Statement confinning whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit Para AII JTYAF Trustees have read the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit and we ensure that it is reviewed at all trustee's meetings when the planning of awards is undertaken. Additional Information (optlonal) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about: SORP r8f8rence Throughout 2024. the JThAF was busy with various fundraising events, all of which were greatly supported by our dedicated volunteers. Para Contribution made by volunteers A Jf<AF volunteer organised the popular Curry Night and Trout Fishing Day, and another volunteer arranged the Bingo Night, which was a tremendous success. Our Aftemoon Tea event truly showcased the power of volunteer support. More than 15 volunteers ensured everything ran smoothly, from welcoming guests and making sandwiches to serving and washing up. We were also honoured to be chosen by the Mayor of Femdown as his Charity of the Year for 2024125. He is planning a Quiz Night in 2025 to help raise funds for the JTYAF. Trustees and volunteers have been invaluable at several fundraising events, including Fete on the Field, The Right Royal Affair, the Alternative Quiz Night, and the JTYAF Christmas Bingo. Volunteers from Barclays and HSBC not only provided their help at our Bingo and Afternoon Tea events but also contributed to the funds raised with matched funding from their respective banks.
JTYAF Ambassadors are alsotrntral to the operation of the Charity, raising the profile of the JTYAF, organising fundraising support and also providing personal funding support. Achievements and Performance SORP rgference The JTYAF has had a very sucSsful 16th year. 16 years of support for young people coincided with achieving over £1 million presented in awards. Awards that have made an important differen to the lives of more than 2500 young individuals, many school Gommunities and countless youth groups. Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identitying the difference the charity's work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. Para 1.20 During 2024 almost £66,000 was awarded to individuals and groups. The charity also continues to fund the lease for a 17-seater minibus, serving 7 local schools plus numerous local youth organisations. The charity provided funding to support young people from 19 youth organisations. Examples of this support includes: _ Ferndown Upper Sch¢)ol £7,000 was awarded as scholarships and bursaries to 12 individuals. Funding was awarded for activities ranging from a Robotics Competition to World Challenge Expeditions, and Irish Dancing. One of the scholarships provided vital support to a talented 15-year-old musician, enabling him to purchase a euphonium. Currently perfonning at Grade 6 standard, he participates in concerts, gigs. camps, and even a small tattoo, with aspirations of a career in music with the Royal Corps of Army Music. Additionally, a 13-year-old student received funding. She is travelling to Dublin in April 2025 for the Irish Dancing World Championships and is the first solo Irish Dancer from Femdown Upper School to qualify for this prestigious event. The costume required for competition at this level is quite expensive. but with the support of JTYAF, she can cornmen her World Championships joumey wrth an elegant costume that will serrfe her for many years. Furtherniore, a 17-year-old student was awarded a bursary to cover the cost of a Level 5 TEFL Diploma, aiding her in her ambition to teach lish as a forei nlan ua e overseas.
She is an outstanding studentènd has worked with several intemational students during their placements in school. Dorset & Wilts Wing Air Cadets In 2024, the JTYAF awarded nearly £2.500 in funding to support two Air Cadets, adventure with the Tall Ships Trust, provide equipment for Adventure Training, and replace the ensign for 2358 (Femdown) Squadron. Air Cadet Junior Leaders Course JTYAF funding of £18,000 enabled a team of 10 Qualified Air Cadet Junior Leaders to travel to Washington. further enhancing their leadership skills developed during the Junior Leaders Course. This was truly a life-changing experien for these outstanding young leaders. Boscombe Youth Fiddle Orchestra A £4,000 award provided scholarships for 12 exceptionally talented young violinists, giving them the Chan to enhance their musical abilities through 1..1 tuition. The John Thomton Music Scholars ranged from beginners to those studying at Grade 8. This communty music project targets children and young people in Boscombe, particularly those from disadvantaged families, who othepwise would not have access to such musical opportuntties. Duke of Edinburgh's Award Schemes, Dorset, Bournemouth Christchurch & Poole The JTYAF supported 20 young people in participating in the DofE, which builds confidence and self*steem. Our support covered registration fees, expedition costs, and essential equipment such as walking boots. Additionally. the charity provided funding for the DofE Programme at Gryphon School, ensuring that essential equipment like jet boils and tent poles was available for expeditions. West Moors Middle School The JTYAF provided essential support to students from West Moors Middle School, enabling them to participate in a residential school trip that would have otheiSe been inaccessible. Additionally. four students received funding to continue their music and swimming lessons, which would have been cancelled without JTYAF support, due to the financial pressures faced by their families.
Bournemouth Sea Cadets &Boyal Marine Cadets The Boumemouth Sea Cadets utilized their award allocation to fund Offshore Voyages for two Sea Cadets and to purchase an MTA Leadership kit. Discretionary and Accessibility Funds The Discretionary Fund supported two group projects and ten individuals. Four young athletes received funding for travel costs. enabling them to participate in competitions WEth Team GB in their respective sports. A young lady with exceptional talent in aerial arts was funded for her fees and travel costs, allowing her to attend a specialist one-week intensive training course at Ecole Nationale de Cirque in Montreal. Two students, aged 16 and 17, were supported to join volunteering expeditions in Zanzibar and Borneo, while a talented 16-year-old musician attended a Music Course wrth the National Youth Brass Band. Funding was awarded to two group projects, including the Compass Learning Centre, where support for essential expedition clothing has enabled six students to participate in the Anny 10 Tors Challenge in 2025. The Accessible Fund contrFbuted towards an off- road buggy for a 7-year-old who loves the outdoors. This new buggy will allow him to explore his favourite places, such as the woods and the beach, with his friends. Swim Bournemouth The JTYAF provides a scholarship that covers 500kn of swimming and competition fees, enabling a talented young man to continue his training in his chosen sport. This is not an exhaustive list, but it illustrates the diversity that the JThAF encourages, and the significant benefrts provided to young people in our community. Despite the numerous challenges that young people and their families continue to face, the JTYAF is privileged to offer support during these difficult times. Many young individuals have been able to participate in activities they otherwise wouldn't have had access to, and school projects funded by the JTYAF have made a real drfterence in the lives of those who have benefited from them. The JTYAF has continued to develop links with other organisations and has had several business artners durin the ear includin Ferndown &
Parley Rotary Club. Veood tary Club. Wimbome Rotary Club, Centre Stage, Custom Creations and Asda. Addltlonal Infomiatlon (optional) You ma choose to inGlude further statements where relevant about: In 2024. the JTYAF has played a significant role in the development of young people from the organisations chosen by our trustees, providing almost £66,000 in funding for awards. Achievements against objectives set Para 1.41 In 2024. the charty organized several events, including the Afternoon Tea, The Land Girls Abba Tribute, an Altemative Quiz Night, and the JTYAF Christmas Bingo. which was the main fundraiser of the year. The charrty also received support from various clubs and organisations through their 'charity of the yearf status. Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set Para 1.41 The Jf<AF was incredibly grateful for the generous support from the Air Cadet Junior Leaders on Course 24, whose individual fundraising activities raised more than £27,000. This, along with a signtficant personal donation, has ensured that the JTYAF can continue to su ort oun eo le and fund awards for 2025. Not applicable - our investment policy is a no risk one. Investment perfomance against objectives P8r# 1.41 Other Financial Review Review of the charity's financial position at the end of the eriod Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves statin are held Para 1.21 Sound Pata 1.22 The JTYAF has no paid staff or property so there is no need to hold a finanGial reserve to cater for this. We make our awards retros ectivel
depending on the previous awual fundraising and therefore have no targets that we need to hold reserves for. We may hold resenrfes to cover future expenditure (ie 5 years lease on mini bus) The amount will be decided at the Trustees meetin Currently we hold £13.407 to cover minibus lease. Amount of reserves held Para 1.22 Reasons for holding zero reserves Details of fund materially in deficit Explanation of any uncertainties al)out the charity continuing as a going concern Para 1.22 Para 1.24 No deficrt Para 1.23 There is no uncertainty. We operate retrospectively and will therefore allocate amounts for awards in respect of the funding that we have raised the revious ear. Additional information (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about: Our main source of fundraising is from fundraising events organised by or on behalf of the charity. We are however privileged to receive a substantial amount of funding in personal and business donations and from Charty of the Year status. Air Cadet Junior Leaders fundraise for the JryAF as part of their ILAM Qualrfication and have contributed a substantial amount of our income for several years. During 2024 the Air Cadets on the Course organised individual fundraising activities and raised an incredible £27,000. We have no investments. The charity's principal sources of funds (including any fundraising) Para 1.47 Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy ado ted Para 1.46 We are not currently facing any identifiable risk. As we operate retrospectively, we are not at risk from unforeseen demand for funding. If we were to experien a notable fluctuation in our fundraising, we would tailor our award allocation accordingly. A description of the principal risks facing the charity Para 1.46 Other Structure, Governance and Management Description of charity's trusts.. Type of governing document (trust deed. royal charter) Para 1.25 Constitution adopted 5th June 2008, amended 20th Dernber 2008- supported b a Govemance Document.
How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association CIO, Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entrtled to appoint one or more trustees Para 1.25 Trust Pard 1.25 Appointed by a majority of existing trustees at trustee meetings. Addltlonal infomiation (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about.. Policies and procedures The JTYAF Social Media Policy (version 1) adopted for the induthon was agreed by the Trustees and adopted and training of trustees on 151 July 2024. The JTYAF Copyright and Media Acceptable Use Policy (version 1) was acce ted and a roved 6° Jul 2024. Para 1.51 The charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the charit works Relationship with any related parties Para 1.51 Para 1.51 Other The Charity has further darified its policy around grant applications and more closely defined the parameters around how grants will be assessed, and to agree the framework under which associated costs {e.g. assistance with travel expenses) for grantees to attend sports or cultural events, whether competrtive or otherwise. The policy (v1-January 2023) was approved by the Trustees and came into effect on 14th Janua 2023. Reference and Administrative details Chari name other name the chari uses Re istered charit number Charity's principal address The John Thomton Youn JTYAF 1125277 PO Box 7124 Femdown Dorset BH22 2DB Achievers Foundation
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity Dates acted if not for whole ear Trustee name Office lif any) Name of person lor body) entitled int trustee ifan Peter Thornton Chainnan Linda Thornton Secretary lan Thornton John Fay Matthew Snook Vanessa Toth Mark Bery Geoff Beck Maurice Patterson Data Protection Officer 10 Tony Hambleton Andy Martin Simon Puddle 12 Treasurer 13 14 Joe Barnett Philip Jones Cor orate trustees - names of the directors at the date the re rtwasa roved Dlroctor name Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity Trustse name Dates acted If not for whole ear Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others DesGription of the assets held in this ca acit Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charit 's ob'ects None
Details of arrangements for safe custody and segregation of such assets from the charity's own assets Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optlonal inforniatlon) Type of Name Address adviser Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional infonnation) Exemptions from disclosure rsonnel details Reason for non-disclosure of ke Other o tional inforniation Declarations The trust688 declare that they have approved the trustees. report above. Slgned on behalf of the Gharity's trustee3 Slgnature(s Full name(s) Peter Thomton Linda Thornton Posltion (eg Socretary. Chair. etc) Chair Secretary Daté 3° January 2025
CHARITY COMMISSIO FOR ENGLAND ANO WALE YOUNG ACHIEVEA8 FOUNDATION Recei and ents accounts CC16a For wrfod from PerfDd sL4rt To Section A Receipts arid payments Unro•trl¢tsd fun Ro8trlel•d Endowmont Tolal lund• A1 R•c•l 178 171 AR) 1,743 Bank ch Ml•¢¢ll•tWO M1ft1b • Prnlgmlonal l• 161 107 Ium 4714 Sub tot•1 A4 A•8•t •nd Inv••lm•ni 614 Not olrK•lptrfp•ym•nt•) AS Tr•n•hr• b•lw••n lund• A6 Cash lunth l••1 y•ar •nd Ga•h thi• year 1779 11 124Na CCXX Rl xcounl# (SS)
Section B Statement of assets and Ilabilities at the end of the period Unrestrlcted lund8 to neare¥l £ Fleslricled fund5 lo nearest £ Endowmont funds lo ne8re¥l £ Calegorle8 Delalls B1 Cash funds 12J.303 Total cash lunds 123,303 *xwrf811 OK Unrestrlcled funds to nearest E OK OK Endowment lunds to nearesl £ R8StrlGted funds lo n¢Jre$i £ Det8118 82 Other monetary as88ts Fund to whlch •s•et [On Co•t (opJonall Current v•lu• tlonal Detall8 83 Investmenl assets Fund lo whleh Deio118 Coll loptlonAII Curr•nt valu• 84 Assels relalnad for the charlty's own use Funrl lo whlch relates Unrosinc¢8d AnnI du• IlonAI 13.400 When due Ilonal Detalls B5 Llabllltles Balanco ol Minilyjs loa8 SlgnÉd by onè or Iv Iiu51895 on b8haW of all Ihe trusi@85 signaiure Prfnl Name Oale ol roval 3111 /2rf CCXX R2 accounts {SS)
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Independent examiner's report on the accounts Section A Independent Examlner's Report Report to the trustees The John Thomton Young Achievers Foundation On accounts for the year Charity no (If any) ended 05th April 2024 1125277 Set out on pages IieriifrriiJ*i In fr1le 11]e Piil',e nuin.15 of a(Sdilioiial S111.1¥1 I report to the trustees on my exarnination of the accounts of the above charity (1he Trustl for the year ended i 0510412024 '. )'. Responslblllties and basis of report As the charitvs trustees. you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (Ihe Actl. I report in respect of my examination of the Trusl's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act. Independent trhe charivs gross Income exceeded £250.000 and l am qualified to examinor's statement undertake the examination by being a qualified member of.{insert name of applicable listed body]]. Delete [ ] rfnot applicable. I have completed my examination. I confimi that no material matters have come to my attention in connection wrth the examination (other than that disclosed below ") which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect: the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; or the accounts did noi accord with the accounting records,. or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the fonn and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that Ihe accounts give a 'true and fair. view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attenlion should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Please delete the wonls in Ihe brackets il they do noi apply. Signed: Date: 07th January 2025 Name: Paul David Bulpitt Relevant profe3slonal quallflcatlon(s) or body FCCA (Registered Auditor) IER Oct 2018
(if any): Address: 12 Millstream, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 3SE Sectlon B Disc105ure Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material matters ol concern (see CC32. Independant examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners). Give hère brlef detalls of any Items that the examiner wishes to dlsclose. No such matters. IER Oct 2018