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← The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation

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Trustees’ Annual Report for the period

From 06.04.24 To 05.04.25 Charity name: The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation

Charity registration number: 1125277

Objectives and Activities reference as [Beebe ne) | Summary of the purposes of | Para To advance in life and to help young people from the charity as set outinits =| 77” Ferndown Upper School, Dorset & Wiltshire Wing | governing document Air Cadets, and members of other organisations ] as agreed by the JTYAF Board of Trustees, by providing financial assistance that will enable them to pursue their ambitions, develop new skills and grow in maturity both as individuals and members of society. Summary of the main ‘arian’ The Trustees of the JTYAF have enabled activities in relation to those | 149 numerous local young people to pursue their purposes for the public aspirations and develop as individuals. As a Board benefit, in particular, the of Trustees, we have diligently provided financial activities, projects or assistance, particularly for leisure activities and services identified in the pursuits, to help selected young people enhance accounts. their skills and capabilities. The charity has enabled students to attend educational courses, supported talented athletes who have gone on to compete at national and international levels, made it possible for young people to participate in life-changing expeditions and encouraged creative talents. 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 granted Discretionary Awards to young people not affiliated with any of our supported organisations and have also funded various school and group projects. In 2025, we provided almost £62,000 in awards to support young people, funding 115 individuals and 18 whole school and group projects. The charity allocated funding for support to young people from 18 youth organisations including, Ferndown Upper School, Dorset & Wilts Air Cadets, Beaucroft Foundation School, Ferndown

Middle School, St Michael’s Middle School, West
fh Moors Middle School, Ferndown First School,
- Parley First School, Hampreston First School, the
Boscombe Youth Fiddle Orchestra, the Duke of
Edinburgh’sAward Scheme, Bournemouth,
Christchurch and Poole and the Shires, Dorset.
Dorset Scouts and Christchurch Division Scouts.
Dorset Guides, the Bournemouth Sea Cadets &
Royal Marine Cadets, Swim Bournemouth and
Child in the Wild Forest School.
The Discretionary Fundwas used to provide
opportunities foryoung peoplewho are not
members ofthe JTYAF’s supported organisations.
During 2025a total of£9,364was awarded to
support 9 individuals and 5 group projects.
The charity also continues to fund the lease for a
16-seater minibus, serving 7 local schools plus
numerous local youth organisations.
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whetherthe trustees have		 Para
1-18		 All JTYAF Trustees have read the guidance
issued bythe Charity Commission on public
had regard to the guidance benefit andwe ensure that it is reviewed at all
issued by the Charity trustee’s meetingswhen the planning ofawards is
Commission on public undertaken.
benefit
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1.38		 various fundraising events, all ofwhich were
greatly supported by our dedicated volunteers and
volunteers supporters.
The ’40 for JT’ Challenge which was created in
honour ofJohn Thornton’s 40" birthday truly
inspired oursupporters and saw literally hundreds
of participants raise an incredible £42,000.
JTYAF volunteers organised several events
including the popular Curry Night, Trout Fishing
Day, and also the Bingo Night, which was a
tremendous success.
OurAfternoon Tea event truly showcased the
power ofvolunteer 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 ofFerndown as his Charity ofthe Year for
2024/25. The Mayors Quiz Night was a hugely
popular event and in total the mayor raised £5000
fortheJTYAF.

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||||||||||| |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| |A|13-year-old|athlete who|was:selected|to| |represent|Great|Britain|in|trampolining|at the| |Scalabis|Cup|in|Portugal,|received|a|bursary|to| |cover|the|cost|of|her|competition|fees.| |A|student|in|her|second|year|of|an A|Level| |Photography|course|received|a|bursary|towards|a| |DSLR|Camera.|This|conscientious|student|is| |aiming|to|achieve|an A|grade|at A|level|but|has| |been|borrowing|cameras|throughout|her course.| |She|will|now|be|able|to|access|a|camera|which| |will|enable|her to|produce|the|high-quality|imagery| |required|at A|level.| |Dorset & Wilts Wing|Air|Cadets| |In|2025,|the|JTYAF|provided|more|than|£6,000|in| |funding|to|assist|cadets.|This|support|covered| |travel|expenses|for 42|cadets|attending|a| |Remembrance|Camp|in|Northern|France|and| |helped|a|15-year-old|cadet|take|part|in|a|school| |volunteering|trip|to|Costa|Rica.| |Boscombe|Youth|Fiddle|Orchestra| |A|£4,000|award|provided|scholarships|for|12| |exceptionally|talented|young|violinists,|giving|them| |the|chance|to|enhance|their|musical|abilities| |through|1:1|tuition.|The|John|Thornton|Music| |Scholars|ranged|from|beginners|to|those|studying| |at|Grade|8.|This|community|music|project|targets| |children|and|young|people|in|Boscombe,| |particularly|those|from|disadvantaged|families,| |who|otherwise|would|not|have|access|to|such| |musical|opportunities.| |Duke|of|Edinburgh’s|Award|Schemes,|Dorset,| |Bournemouth|Christchurch|&|Poole| |The|JTYAF|supported|39|young|people|in| |participating|in|the|DofE,|which|builds|confidence| |and|self-esteem.|Our support|covered|registration| |fees,|expedition|costs,|and|essential|equipment| |such|as|walking|boots.| |Additionally,|the|charity|provided|funding|for the| |DofE|Programme|at Wey|Valley Academy| |Cornerstone|Academy,|and|Gillingham|School,|to| |help|with|the|purchase|of tents|and|essential| |equipment|for|expeditions.| |West|Moors|Middle|School| |The|JTYAF|provided|essential|support|to|two| |students|from|West|Moors|Middle|School,| |enabling|them|to|participate|in|a|residential|school| |trip|that would|have|otherwise|been|inaccessible.| |Additionally,|the|charity|provided|funding|to| |enhance|the|library|resources|at West|Moors| |Middle|School.|A|selection|of|new,|high-quality| |and|diverse|books,|will|complement|the| |Accelerated|Reader|programme—ensuring|ever|

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“ef 4 The Ferndown Fireworks event, organised by a fo JTYAF trustee and staffed by volunteers from the council, Rotary Club, Air Cadets, local schools, and JTYAF, raised £3000 for us as the chosen charity.

Trustees and volunteers have been invaluable at several fundraising events and a volunteer from HSBC not only provided their help at our AfternoonTea but also contributed to the funds raised with matched funding from the bank. JTYAF Ambassadors are also central to the operation of the Charity, raising the profile of the JTYAF, organising fundraising support and also oroviding personal funding support.

Achievements and Performance PetegtnrdHe atmeseoe | The JTYAF has marked its 17th year with notable success, reaching a total of over £1,100,000 awarded since 2008. These awards have Summary of the main Pare significantly impacted the lives of more than 2,650 achievements of the charity, | 1.20 young people, and supported over 200 projects in identifying the difference school communities, and a wide range of youth the charity's work has made groups. to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider During 2025 almost £62,000 was awarded to benefits to society as a individuals and groups. The charity also continues whole. 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 18 youth organisations. Examples of this support includes: - Ferndown Upper School £15,000 was awarded in scholarships and bursaries to 30 individuals and also supported the refurbishment of the school library. Funding was awarded for activities ranging from a Synchronised Swimming Course to Trampolining Competitions, World Challenge Expeditions, Athletics Competitions, golf, music and photography. One of the scholarships provided funding for a talented 13-year-old student to purchase a Ceili and Solo Costume for the Irish Dancing World Championships in Dublin. The costume required for competition at this level is quite expensive, but with the support of JTYAF, she was able to take part in the World Championships with an elegant costume that will serve her for many years.

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This is not an exhaustive list, ut it illustrates the diversity that the JTYAF encourages, and the significant benefits 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 difference 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 partners during the year, including Ferndown & Parley Rotary Club, Wimborne Rotary Club, , Custom Creations, Hudsons and Asda.

Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about: In 2025, the JTYAF has playeda significant role in the development of young people from the Achievements against Para organisations chosen by our trustees, providing objectives set dl almost £62,000 in funding for awards. These awards have provided young people with the means to follow their passions, develop new skills and contribute positively to society. In 2025, the charity organised several events, including the Afternoon Tea, the JTYAF Christmas Performance of fundraising Bingo, and the ’40 for JT’ Challenge which was the activities against objectives yy main fundraiser of the year. The charity also set , received support from various clubs and organisations through their 'charity of the year’ status. The JTYAF was incredibly grateful for the generosity of its supporters who raised more than £42,000 with their individual and group activities to commemorate John Thornton’s 40" birthday. This, along with a significant personal donation, has ensured that the JTYAF can continue to support oung people and fund awards for 2026. Investment performance Not applicable — our investment policy is a no risk against objectives one. Para 1.41 [Cietctemsirenciwacirsdaue!fF

Financial Review

Review of the charity’s Para 1.21 | Sound financial position at the end of the period

la pupil can find books suited to their reading level
fo and interests.
The funding will also provide 40 pupils with
subscriptions to ‘Listening Books’ togetherwith 40
sets of headphones. This initiative will make a
wide range of high-quality audiobooks accessible
to thosewho find independent reading more
challenging, helping every child to experience the
joy of reading in away that works forthem.
Dorset Guides and Scouts
The JTYAF supported 13 Guides and Scouts
which included funding for equipment for an Inter-
railing Trip,
a Powerboat Level 1 and
Dinghy Sailing courses for 9 Scouts, a contribution
towards a volunteering trip to India with the
Guides, and a Guiding trip to Paris.
Discretionary Fund
The Discretionary Fund supported five group
projects and nine individuals with almost £10,000.
Awards included: -
A University Student from Wimborne received a
bursary which contributed towardsa self-
propelling wheelchair. This will make a huge
difference to her everyday life, allowing her to get
around campus and continue her studies at
university, despite the challenges she faces with
her mobility.
Funding enabled Cattistock Cricket Club to
purchase a mobile net and an artificial wicket,
significantly improving their training and coaching
facilities. Junior players now have better
opportunities to practice their batting and bowling
techniques, helping them to build skills and
progress in the sport.
One of our young achievers was able to join his
teammates from the GBG Saracens Powerchair
Football Team at the National Championships in
Nottingham thanks to the JTYAF funding his
accommodation costs
The Bournemouth Youth Handbell Team received
funding to help with the travel costs for a concert
tour in Barcelona where they performed at three
distinguished venues, including the magnificent
Basilica de la Sagrada Familia.
Swim Bournemouth
The JTYAF provides a scholarship that covers
50% ofswimming and competition fees, enabling
a talented young man to continue his training in
hischosensport.

| Statement explaining the Para 1.22 |The JTYAF has no paid staff or property so there -| policy for holding reserves is no need to hold a financial reserve to cater for stating why they are held this. We make our awards retrospectively depending on the previous annual fundraising and therefore have no targets that we need to hold reserves for. We may hold reserves to cover projected future expenditure. The amount will be decided at the Trustees meeting. Amount of reserves held Para 1.22 | Currently we hold £15,000 to cover the cost of purchasing the minibus, now the lease has expired and any additional maintenance and reserves emt | iahamaer tl eel ANsafety checks. deficit Explanation of any Para 1.23 | There is no uncertainty. We operate uncertainties about the retrospectively and will therefore allocate charity continuing as a going amounts for awards in respect of the funding that concern we have raised the previous year.

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Our main source offundraising is from
fundraising events organised by or on behalf of
The charity’s principal
the charity. We are however privileged to receive
sources offunds (including		 P@’# 1-4”
status.
During 2025 the principal source of our
fundraising was the ’40 for JT’ Challenge
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objectives including any
social investment policy
adopted
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We are not currently facing any identifiable risk.
Aswe operate retrospectively, we are not at risk
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Structure, Governance and Management

trusts: Type of governing document | Para 1.25 Constitution adopted 5" June 2008, rust deed, royal charter) amended 20" December 2008 — supported by a Governance Document.

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How is the charity Para 1.25 Trust ee
Trustee selection methods Para 1.25 Appointed by a majority of existing trustees
including details of any at trustee meetings. .
constitutional provisions e.g.
election to post or name of
any person or body entitled
to appoint one or more .
trustees
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Policies and procedures The JTYAF Social Media Policy (version 1)
adopted for the induction was agreed by the Trustees and adopted
and training of trustees on 1 July 2024.
Para 1.51 The JTYAF Copyright and Media
Acceptable Use Policy (version 1) was
accepted and approved 6" July 2024.
The charity’s organisational
network with which the
charity works Para 1.51
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related parties
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Other The Charity has further clarified 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 competitive or otherwise. The
policy (v1-January 2023) was approved by
January 2023.
the Trustees and came into effect on 14"
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Reference and Administrative details

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[Other name-the charity-uses—|-JTYAR
Registered charitynumber [1125277
Charity’s principal address PO Box 7124
Ferndown
Dorset
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Declarations

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Full name(s) |Peter Thornton

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: Fe x | CHARITY COMMISSION | Independent examiner's report on the
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Section A independent Examiner’s Report
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Report to the trustees ; :
The John Thornton Young Achievers Foundation
On accounts for the year | 05" April 2025 Charity no | 1125277
ended (if any)
| report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above
charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended ,
Responsibilities and As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the
basis of report accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011
(‘the Act”).
| report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out
under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, |
have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission
under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent
examiner's statement
applicabieistec-body}}-PeleteTif not-applicable.
| have completed my examination. | confirm that no material matters have
come to my attention in connection with the examination (other than that
disclosed below ) which gives me cause to believe that in, any material
respect:
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Name: |PaulDavidBupitt== ssi‘s~sSCSCSCSY
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