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From Coworking to Virtual Offices: How Leeds Is Leading the Way in Business Support
Leeds has quietly become one of the UK’s most supportive cities for businesses, start‑ups and charities alike. From flexible coworking spaces to...
Coworking Made Simple with Hot Desking in Leeds
Flexible Workspace Solutions for Businesses and Charities in Leeds Hot desking is a flexible way to work. It allows you to use a desk in our shared...
Voluntary Action Leeds (VAL) seeks new Trustees to join the Board
Voluntary Action Leeds (VAL) is looking for individuals to stand for election as trustees, offering an exciting opportunity to help shape and...
Voluntary Action Leeds releases Neighbourhood Matching Year 3 report
Voluntary Action Leeds has released a new report evaluating the third and final year of the Neighbourhood Matching Project in Leeds. Neighbourhood...
Top 7 Tips for Running Your Organisation from Home in Leeds
Running an organisation from home is now a reality for many organisations across Leeds, and while home working brings flexibility and lower costs,...
Major funding awarded to Climate Action Leeds community project
The efforts of thousands of Leeds locals towards making their city greener, cleaner, and nicer to live in have been rewarded through a major...
How VAL’s Virtual Office Service Benefits Charities and Community Organisations in Leeds
For many charities and community groups, managing costs while maintaining a professional presence can be challenging. VAL’s Virtual Office service...
The Lord Mayor’s Civic Celebration for Small Charities and Community Groups in Leeds 2026
Date: 25 June 2026 Time: 12.30 pm – 3 pm Location: Civic Hall, Calverley Street Leeds LS1 1UR This event is an opportunity to say thank you to small...
How Coworking in Leeds Can Boost Your Productivity, Motivation & Mental Wellbeing
In recent years, the way we work has changed dramatically. While remote working offers flexibility, many people are discovering that working from...
8 Reasons to Choose a Virtual Office with Voluntary Action Leeds
As workplace expectations continue to evolve, more organisations are rethinking the traditional office setup. The rise of remote working, digital...
VAL YOU vs Voluntary Action Leeds: What’s the Difference? (And Why It Matters)
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VAL launches new VAL Benefits Plan
Save Money and Boost Your Impact with the VAL Benefits Plan Voluntary Action Leeds (VAL) has launched its new VAL Benefits Plan, designed to help...
What Is a Virtual Office? A Practical Guide for Small Start‑Ups, CICs and Charities
Whether you’re building a small start-up from the ground up or running a charity with a tight budget, every decision counts—especially when it comes...
VAL launches Skills for Good training vouchers
Training vouchers are a flexible way to invest in your team’s development while supporting your community. These training vouchers allow you to plan...
Essential Skills for Volunteers: Online Launch 11 Feb
The Lifelong Learning Centre and Digital Education at the University of Leeds are pleased to announce that the Essential Skills for...
New Training Courses available from Voluntary Action Leeds
Working together with the Lifelong Learning Centre at the University of Leeds, Voluntary Action Leeds (VAL) are now offering a new series of seminar...
Third Sector Infrastructure Support and Representation (ISF) Contract for April 2026
Voluntary Action Leeds (VAL), Volition and Leeds Older People's Forum (LOPF) are pleased to announce that we have secured the ISF contract and will...
Must-Have Steps for Starting a New Business in Leeds (And Why a Virtual Office with VAL Is a Smart Move)
Starting a new business in Leeds is an exciting opportunity. As one of the UK’s fastest-growing cities, Leeds offers a vibrant commercial landscape,...
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