Advocates for Children is excited to host the Pinwheel Pursuit Cartersville Half Marathon and 5K (formerly Duck Derby) on May 17. Advocates for Children provides services to children and families who have been the victims of abuse and neglect. We also offer multiple layers of personal care through an array of programs to reduce the incidence of child abuse. Advocates serves 11 Northwest Georgia counties offering safety, comfort, and hope to children, youth, and families every year.