Welcome to VAL

Changing the lives of people in Leicester & Leicestershire

Voluntary Action LeicesterShire (VAL) is a charity that helps people and communities across Leicester and Leicestershire to change their lives for the better. We do this through direct support services and by empowering the local voluntary and community sector to make a lasting impact.

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Activities for People with learning disabilities

Our VALUES project supports people with learning disabilities to make new friends, have fun and learn skills.

Space to meet, space to work, space to grow

Flexible and accessible meeting rooms, conference space and offices in the heart of Leicester.

Start Volunteering today and make a difference

Build your skills and confidence whilst also helping people in your community. Start your Volunteering journey here.

Our Testimonials

Making a Difference Together

Explore our testimonials to learn more about how we’ve helped organisations, the impact of our work, and the experiences of those we’ve supported.

I really enjoy the cooking sessions at the VALUES day centre. I like making new and different foods, especially ones I haven’t tried before. It’s fun to cook with my friends here and learn new recipes, I feel happy when I get to taste what I’ve made.

VAL team were helpful in advice on converting from a charitable trust to a charitable incorporated organisation. The team at VAL are always very supportive and responsive and helped us to navigate what we needed to do. The process is complicated and the help was very much appreciated by us.

Since my first meeting, we have always been impressed by VAL’s professionalism and customer service. The team at VAL are so friendly and easy to work with but also highly skilled with lots of knowledge and will always go above and beyond to help even in the most challenging circumstances.

Choosing to rent an office at VAL has been an excellent decision. The convenient location, welcoming reception team, and access to well-equipped meeting spaces and extra storage provide the flexibility and support we need. I highly recommend VAL for anyone seeking a professional and supportive office environment.

Before I joined VALUES I had no friends but now I have a lot more friends! I really enjoy coming here. The support is great!

I enjoy doing all the activities. If I didn’t have VALUES then I would be in my house!

I am really grateful for the guidance provided by VAL and the team. Their support has given me the confidence to complete funding bids and a clearer understanding of what is required for successful applications. I now feel better equipped to apply for future funding opportunities.

The support provided has been extremely helpful and professional, making the whole process easy to navigate. Since placing adverts on the VAL site, we have already seen a noticeable increase in volunteer recruitment, which has had a positive impact on our organisation. A reliable and effective service that we would highly recommend.

Upcoming Events

OPCC Community Action Fund Webinar – Neighbourhood Crime

This webinar, hosted by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC), will highlight the key challenges faced in local areas and showcase practical initiatives that organisations can deliver to make a meaningful difference.

You’ll discover how funding can help strengthen community safety through awareness campaigns, education programmes, improved security measures, and skill‑building activities that empower communities to take action.

Social Impact Measurement

Join this workshop to learn innovative ways to track how your projects actually make a difference in the world. Introduction

Ask VAL Pop Up Harborough

If you are interested in volunteering or you are an organisation looking for volunteers, were here to help you get

Healthwatch and the NHS Modernisation Bill

A new Bill has been published that proposes significant changes to how people’s voices are heard in health and social care.

Celebrating an Unforgettable Night – The VAL Awards 2025

On Friday 3 October, the spectacular VAL Awards took place in a spirit of recognition, joy, and heartfelt celebration, as local

VAL Celebrates 60 Years with Spectacular Fireworks Event

The evening was truly magical and marked the official start of our 60th anniversary celebrations – celebrating six decades of VAL

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