Melissa Schroeder

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — On Friday, ABC 13 is wrapping up our first Community Counts partnership with Isaiah 117 House Lynchburg. Isaiah 117 House is a home where children go while they are awaiting placement into foster care. This is the first home of its kind in Virginia. Right now, the local home is under construction and we can't give out the exact address for privacy reasons.

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — ABC 13 is partnering with local non-profits -- this year -- to raise awareness about needs in our neighborhoods. It's part of our 70 year anniversary celebration. Our January partner is Isaiah 117 House. It's a safe home for children waiting for foster care placement. Dozens of volunteers help to make this organization shine. Sophie Lovell has been helping out for a year and says it's one of the best decisions she ever made.

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — ABC 13 is partnering with local non-profits this year to raise awareness about needs in our community. It's part of a new program we launched this year called Community Counts. Our January partner is Isaiah 117 House in Lynchburg. The group is devoted to creating a safe space for children waiting on foster care placement. Their mission spoke to the heart of Karinna Hall. She said it's her calling to help children who are hurting.