Animal Advocates is sponsoring a writing contest for the elementary children of Moore County. Contest is for grades 1-6.

The contest asks students to write a 50-100 word essay on: “How my Animals Help Me.” Topics can range from a student’s experience with a dog, cat, or horse.

First prize winner will receive $25. The second and third place winners will receive $10 each.

A $5 entrance fee is required and forms for entry are available by calling Maureen Burke-Horansky at (910) 295-7587 or writing her at 355 Pine Vista Drive, Pinehurst 28374.

Checks must be made payable to AAMC.