Success Stories

Volunteer story – Julie
Read about Julie's inspiring journey with the Leicestershire LGBTQ Centre, from her early volunteering days to her recent return as a Trustee.
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Volunteer Stories – Joe
Read how Joe discovered a fulfilling new chapter in retirement through his dedicated volunteer work at Dove Cottage Day Hospice.
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Volunteer Stories – Celine
Read how Celine used our volunteering website to help her pursue a career in childcare.
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Peter Le Marchant Trust
Strengthening Volunteer Engagement: Growing Volunteer Roles for Community Good with Peter Le Marchant Trust.
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Volunteer Stories – Jenna
Jenna's journey began with a desire to make a meaningful impact through local volunteering, to support her community.
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Transition Loughborough
Transition Loughborough, reached out to VAL after seeing the promotion for the Ask VAL pop-up event, they were seeking help with recruiting volunteers.
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Volunteer Stories – Theresa
Read Theresa's story of how she turned to the VAL Volunteering Website to find the perfect opportunity.
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Elderberries Gardening Group
This is a unique gardening group that keeps volunteers engaged throughout the winter months, a time when many people experience isolation and loneliness.
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Volunteer Stories – Grace
Read Grace's story of her experience of volunteering as a Home Visitor at Age UK.
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