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Negra eating brussels

Happy Birthday to Don Young!

January 2, 2015 by Diana

Don Young, of the famed Young’s Hill that the chimpanzees enjoy everyday, has a birthday today! His wife Karen wanted the chimps to have a party in his honor, so she sponsored today and sent a little bit extra for party supplies and food. So be sure to check back later for party photos!

Karen had this to share about sponsoring today:

“In honor of the love of my life, my incredible, generous, supportive husband who will be 76 years old. Without him, his work ethic and decades of dedication to his profession, as well as love and attention to his family, we would not be able to donate to CSNW. What is important to me or to the rest of the family, is important to him. He is an amazing person, and we are all blessed to have him by our sides.”

We couldn’t agree more. The Young’s have done so much for Foxie, Negra, Annie, Missy, Jody, Burrito, and Jamie. Truly, the sanctuary would not be what it is today without their support. So, we too want to extend our heartfelt wishes for a very happy day to Don, with many more birthdays to come.

Karen sponsored this day last year as well, and here’s a photo from the party of Negra enjoying some Brussels sprouts. It’s hard to believe it’s been a whole year!

Negra eating brussels

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  1. Denice says

    January 2, 2015 at 8:41 am

    Happy Birthday Don! May your day be filled with all the things you enjoy.

    Thank you both for all your dedication to the Sanctuary.

  2. Kathy B says

    January 2, 2015 at 8:43 am

    Happy Birthday Don.

    Thank you both for all that you have done for the Cle Elum 7.

  3. Keri says

    January 2, 2015 at 9:07 am

    Happy Birthday Don! Wishing for this day to be as special as you are!

    Thank you both for all your love and support for the Sanctuary and for sharing your special day with us!

  4. Jackie says

    January 2, 2015 at 9:07 am

    Happy Birthday Don! Thank you Karen and Don for your kindness to the chimps. You will be blessed many times over.

  5. Patti says

    January 2, 2015 at 9:32 am

    Happy Birthday, Don! Thank you, and your family, for loving these Seven as much as we do!!

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