Advocates for Children Georgia

Every year at Advocates for Children’s Annual Meeting, we take a moment to recognize the outstanding volunteers and corporate partners who go above and beyond to support our mission. Their dedication makes a lasting impact on the children, youth, and families we serve. Join us in celebrating this year’s Volunteer of the Year award winners from each department! Mt. Pisgah Church – THRIVE Volunteer of the Year Wendi Rood, Bartow County Schools – Rainbows Volunteer of the Year Vicki Lester – CASA Volunteer of the Year District Attorney Erle J. Newton III Newton and Prosecutor Whitney Law, Bartow County District Attorney’s Office – Children's Advocacy Center Volunteer of the Year Cartersville Elks Lodge – HIYH & SKORE Volunteer of the Year Michelle Daniels & The Ladies Golf Association at Cartersville Country Club! – RISE Volunteer of the Year Milazzo Group at Cartersville First Baptist Church– FBCS Volunteer of the Year Kristina Christy, Wells Fargo – Corporate Partner of the

Thank You, Komatsu North America ! We are deeply grateful to our friends at Komatsu for generously opening their doors to host our Annual Meeting. Your hospitality provided the perfect space for us to gather, reflect on our impact, and look ahead to the future. A special thank you to Amy Sample and Jeremy Holt for ensuring that every detail was seamless. Your support made our experience truly exceptional, and we appreciate your commitment to our mission. #CommunityPartners #ThankYouKomatsu #AnnualMeeting #AdvocatesForChildren

Looking for an easy way to support Advocates? Enjoy a night off of cooking and grab dinner at Texas Roadhouse! March 18th, 2025 | 3-8pm Texas Roadhouse, Cartersville has partnered with Advocates to host monthly fundraiser nights. On the third Tuesday of each month from 3-8pm, Texas Roadhouse will donate 10% of their profits to Advocates. Diners will need to present either a physical or digital flyer for their meal to count towards the donation. Show this post to your server and help us in our mission to protect children, empower youth, and uplift families. Thank you for your support! #texasroadhouse #advocatesforchildren #advochild #communitysupport

Last Thursday, Advocates for Children hosted their inspiring annual meeting, bringing together passionate individuals dedicated to improving the lives of children in Northwest Georgia. It was an afternoon filled with powerful conversations, impactful updates, and heartfelt stories from those directly affected by our efforts. We're so grateful for everyone who attended and supports our mission. #annualmeeting #advocatesforchildren #advochild

Thank you to Meaghan from Advocates for Children Georgia for stopping by our Cartersville Branch to present us with a certificate of appreciation. We love supporting their mission to protect children, empower families, and strengthen communities. ??

Welcome Back! Returning board member Vicky Newman Durham has spent much of her life connected to Advocates for Children. She and her husband moved back to Cartersville, her hometown, in January 2015 and knew immediately that she would be involved with Advocates. "I'm so proud to carry on the legacy and passion that my mom, Nancy Newman, founded with many others back in 1983. I believe we are called to serve others in any way we can, and Advocates are very special to my family and me. I’m honored to be back on the Board serving the children, youth and families in our communities." #advocatesforchildren #advochild

We love our partners! A huge thank you to Publix Super Markets Charities for their unwavering support! The Publix in Cartersville serves as a Safe Place, offering youth in crisis a place to seek help. The Publix in Acworth generously donates baked goods, ensuring children and teens in our care have comforting meals. And thanks to Publix’s financial partnership, we can provide a safe home for runaway, homeless, at-risk, and foster youth. Because of partners like Publix, we can continue protecting children, guiding youth, and building families. #advocatesforchildren #advochild #publixcharities #publix #CommunitySupport #SafePlace #HelpingYouth

Interested in joining us for our Annual Luncheon Celebration? We have 10 spots left. Please RSVP to [email protected] if you would like to attend this event on Thursday. Join us in celebrating the exciting progress Advocates has made this year in serving more people and transforming the lives of children, youth and families! #advocatesforchildren #advochild #changinglives

?Welcome to the Board? Lamont Kiser is a new, first-time Advocates for Children Board of Trustees member. He brings a wealth of experience and dedication to our community as a longtime Bartow County Government employee and the Director of the Water Department. He understands the importance of strong infrastructure, both in our county and in the lives of children and families. Beyond his professional role, he serves as a pastor in Rome and recently embraced the exciting new title of "grandfather." #advocatesforchildren #advochild

Advocates is honored to announce new board member Carol Hatch, program manager for Calhoun Housing Authority's nonprofit, New Foundations Development, Inc. Known for?helping others achieve their goals, she is particularly focused on children, veterans, seniors and families. Her dynamic interests and skills are a strong fit with Advocates' mission. She also enjoys singing gospel music and encouraging the discouraged.?