A couple weeks ago, we put out an ask for your help to earn a Top-Rated Nonprofit badge for 2024. We received 16 wonderfully thoughtful reviews, bringing us up to 18 for the year. This has surpassed the number we needed to earn our ranking and we couldn’t be more grateful to everyone who took a moment out of their day to share their thoughts about CSNW. This helps CSNW in a multitude of ways- we receive the badge for our website, which helps us stand out in the nonprofit world, and it also increases our visibility to donors and supporters.
I wanted to take a moment to highlight some of your kind words and to say thank you to every person who wrote a review- and also to every person who follows this blog, who shares our stories, and who cares so deeply for CSNW. Connecting with you all in this community, over a shared love and responsibility to our deserving residents, is such a beautiful and special thing. If you are interested in reading the full reviews, you can see our page here.
“They present a realistic portrait of chimps as they really are which I think is sorely needed. CSNW is very transparent in all they do and why they do it.”
Lucky:
“Very impressive in many ways. The whole team, from leadership to caregivers are clearly very well informed and working diligently every moment to do the best for those they care for… CSNW is the “real McCoy”….they seem to attract like-minded supporters and connect them to their mission with success. Their Blog , authored by a different team member daily, connects us to their efforts, their challenges, their observations, and to their animals, human and non human, that they love, appreciate, and care for and about.”
Jamie:
“Saving these chimps and allowing these amazing souls to live out their retirement at an amazing facility, in such a dignified manner is absolutely heart warming… I would suggest that everyone get to know this facility by looking at their page and videos. What you will see is raw and real, and not the cleaned up version of things as to just generate support.”
Terry:
“This sanctuary is exemplary. The thought, care and creativity that goes into caring for the residents is top notch. CSNW is not only beautiful , it’s staffed with a great volunteer program and is a leader in the Chimpanzee Sanctuary community!”
Volunteers building Ryans Lookout on The Bray:
“…Some of these fellow creatures had never seen anything but the inside of a cage, while they were being tested on. Some had never felt grass under their feet. They can now, thanks to the caring staff at CSNW.”
Negra:
“The staff’s attention to each chimp and their individual needs and temperaments is commendable… I truly enjoy reading their blogs and viewing videos, it connects me to their purpose… There is no question where the priorities are in this organization, the staff are devoted to providing an amazing life experience and truly care about each chimp.”
“Out of all the non-profits I volunteered for chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest has the most dedicated and professional staff I’ve ever witnessed. They all wear multiple hats for the mission of giving The Chimps their best life. Their donors are incredibly generous and engaged in the organization.”
Dora:
“The chimps are not just cared for here, they are loved.”
“You can feel the love the caretakers have by the blogs and videos they share. They make us feel a part of the sanctuary family.”
“They go above and beyond for the chimps and cattle in their care.”
Burrito:
“During the time I have been aware of CSNW, I have been very impressed with the level of care, respect and compassion the residents there receive. The leadership and caregivers there obviously care deeply about the chimps, and provide them with top-notch daily care, nutrition, enrichment and medical care… They have a daily blog where followers can learn about the daily happenings at the sanctuary and ask questions. All staff members take turns with the blog so you get different perspectives but it’s all interesting, educational, often humourous, sometimes sad, but always reflecting brilliant care. I feel like I know all the chimps and caregivers through these daily posts, pictures and videos. It’s very cool to see for yourself where any donation dollars are going, and to feel good that your donation, however small or large, is truly going to ensuring these magnificent creatures who are so deserving of sanctuary have the best possible life.”
Gordo:
“So much hard work, care, and love makes CSNW a truly special place.”
“They’re quite generous with the details and also intertwine advocacy for the species in general; so CSNW is an all encompassing support for animals and humans alike.”
“The rescued chimps are living their best lives possible there. The Veterinarian crew is top=notch.”
Don’t forget that today is the last full day of our Comfort & Joy Quid Pro Throw Online Auction! Bidding closes tomorrow, Wednesday November 20th, at 6:00pm PT. We still have some to go before we reach our goal and we need your help! If you’ve picked your item for you and an item for the chimps and are looking to support one of our specific funds, consider a donation to our Media and Enrichment Fund! If donations in this category reach $5,000 then the full amount will be MATCHED by our generous supporter Monica! Plus, if you donate $20 or more you will receive a Book Club bookmark. Donate $100 or more and you will receive a Book Club sticker!
This was a truly inspiring and enjoyable blog, Grace. Thank you for sharing all of the kind words of other supports and as always, the beautiful pictures of the residents!
I must have missed that call for testimonials, Grace! (though I renember writing one before…for the non-profit competition, maybe?) Next year!
Thank you for sharing the link!
A perfect post as the Comfort & Joy auction draws to a close. It brought me joy to read your reviews and I felt comfort recognizing, in each comment, the common thread that connects us all. CSNW is deserving of all this praise and most importantly, deserving of the Great Nonprofits Top Rated badge.
Now back to the auction! I’m being out bid at almost every turn! It’s such fun. I hope you meet your goal!
i am so happy I was able to help with this. Thank you all for giving our fellow creatures grass under their feet?
Congratulations! I can’t think of anyone more deserving of the Great Non-Profits Top Rated badge than CSNW. Thank you, Grace for the lovely photos and for sharing testimonials that were written on behalf of CSNW. Thanks to those who submitted those testimonials. Now, I, like Kathleen must once again check which item I have been outbid on. All for a great cause.