[company_age]59.0[/company_age][employees]101-250 employees[/employees][funding]nan[/funding][description]Voluntary Action LeicesterShire (VAL) is a registered charity and company limited by guarantee based in Leicester, England. Established in 1974, VAL's mission is to improve the lives of people in local communities through direct service delivery and support for the voluntary and community sector. The organization works across a range of areas, including volunteering, learning disabilities, mental health, and community development. VAL's unique approach combines direct service delivery with sector support, enabling them to have a wider impact on the community. They achieve this by providing a range of services, including:

* **Advice and resources:** VAL offers a comprehensive range of advice and resources to support charities and community groups in Leicester and Leicestershire. This includes information on funding, governance, legal issues, and more.
* **Training:** VAL delivers a variety of training courses to help volunteers and staff develop their skills and knowledge. These courses cover topics such as safeguarding, volunteer management, and fundraising.
* **Funding:** VAL helps charities and community groups to access funding from a variety of sources. They offer advice on grant applications, as well as managing and reporting on grants.
* **Networking:** VAL provides opportunities for charities and community groups to network and share best practice. This helps to build a stronger and more resilient sector.

VAL's work is underpinned by a strong commitment to social justice and equality. They believe that everyone should have the opportunity to participate in their community and make a difference. VAL is a leading organization in the voluntary and community sector in Leicester and Leicestershire, and they play a vital role in supporting and strengthening the sector.[/description][ps]Advice and resources, Training, Funding, Networking[/ps]