Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest

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Sponsor-a-day

Happy Birthday, Ben!

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Laura Bradshaw sponsored a day of sanctuary for the chimpanzees in honor of her son, Ben Bradshaw! Laura shared this message about her gift:

“August 15th is my son’s birthday and he’s a huge fan of CSNW. He is an animal lover who is partial to primates. When Ben found the Sanctuary online and saw your approach to the seven (soon to be ten) chimpanzees he was intrigued. When he followed the blogs and got to know each of the seven individually, he was smitten. Now Chimp Blogs are a regular part of our day. When I asked Ben which chimpanzee he liked best, he really had a hard time because there is so much to admire about each one. He finally said Negra but that is most likely because she was so adorable enjoying her peanut butter laced birthday waffles this year. It’s heart-warming to see these lovely animals thriving and exhibiting their own special personalities in a place where they are valued and respected. Thank you staff, volunteers, supporters and Missy, Annie, Jody, Foxie, Jamie, Burrito, and Negra for sharing your celebrations, ordinary days, and adventures with all of us.”

Laura, what a wonderful gift for the chimpanzees and Ben! Thank you so much for including the chimps in your celebration!

Happy Birthday, Ben! All of us at the sanctuary wish you the best of days! We love hearing how much you enjoy following the chimps and we’re so grateful for the difference you’ve helped make in their lives. I am pretty sure Negra would say she hopes you get waffles. 🙂

Happy Birthday, Terry!

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Mike Stockdale sponsored a day of sanctuary for the chimpanzees in honor of his wife, Terry Stockdale, and shared this message about his gift:

“I want to sponsor August 14 to celebrate my wife Terry’s 69th birthday. She and her favorite chimpanzee, Foxie, share not only an August birthday, but a love of dolls.”

Mike, thanks so much for adding to the chimpanzees’ lives as you and Terry celebrate her special day!

Happy Birthday, Terry! Foxie’s still celebrating her birthday this week, with a different doll every day it seems. May your birthday be full of as much joy as you’ve helped bring her and her chimp family!

In memory of Patin Crowley

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Shauna and Jake Holliday sponsored this day of sanctuary with this lovely message:

“Patin was our beloved English Bulldog who left us a few years ago at almost 11 years old. He never had a day where he wasn’t pampered and loved like a little prince. We would like to remember his birthday by sharing with the chimpanzees. He would have been so curious to meet them! Jake and Shauna”

Shauna and Jake, thank you so much for including the chimpanzees in your celebration of dear Patin! We love hearing how loved he is and what a wonderful life he must have had with you. We hope your hearts are full of comfort and happy memories of Patin today.

The incomparable Burrito:

Today is for Kevin Clark

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Long-time friend of the sanctuary, Shelley Winfrey, sponsored a day of sanctuary for the chimpanzees today in memory of Kevin Clark:

“For my brother, who passed away…he would have loved the chimps!”

Shelley, thank you so much for the lasting difference you make in the chimpanzees’ lives in honor of your brother, Kevin. We’re always touched to share in this special day with you. All of us are sending all the good thoughts for a day of comfort and joy as you think of Kevin.

Good friends, Foxie and Burrito:

With love for Taylor Crowley

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Today was sponsored by Shauna and Jake Holliday for their beloved dog, Taylor:

“In loving memory of our English Bulldog Taylor who we recently lost. She would have been 10 on this day. We showered this tender hearted girl with love and care for her entire life and we would like to share with the chimpanzees on her special day.”

Shauna and Jake, thank you so much for allowing the chimpanzees to share in such a special day for you. We are so very sorry for the loss of your beloved friend and family member. We are sending all the good thoughts to you today, hoping that Taylor’s legacy brings you comfort and joy, as you all have helped bring the chimpanzees.

Gorgeous Jody:

For Ned and Noreen

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Joan O’Flaherty graciously sponsors this day each year in loving memory of her parents, Ned and Noreen O’Flaherty:

“This is my parents’ wedding anniversary. They loved animals and supported conservation and would be glad that the chimpanzees enjoy this special day.”

Joan, we so appreciate your continued support and love for the chimpanzees as you celebrate your parents and their lovely legacy. Thank you so much for the difference you make in the chimpanzees’ lives. We’ll be thinking of Ned and Noreen today and wish you all the good that comes with memories of loved ones.

Negra and Annie:

Annie and Missy:

Burrito and Jody:

Jamie and Foxie:

Happy Birthday, Kathy!

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Today’s day of sanctuary was sponsored by Caroline Hero in honor of her sister, Kathy Hero! Caroline shared this incredibly touching message about today:

“This day is in honour of my sister Kathy (Hero) who was born on this day, June 28, let’s just say, a number of years ago. Ever since she saw Jane Goodall on the cover of National Geographic for the first time she was hooked on Chimpanzees for life. So in her honour I would like to sponsor a day for your troop of extraordinary rescues to make her Birthday this year an extra special one indeed. She follows the Cle Elum Seven on a daily basis and loves them all, and what your team is doing to give them a better life. My sisters and I care for our Mother, who suffers from dementia, and this day will truly brighten her dwindling spirit. One day I hope to be able to afford a trip for us down there to see the Sanctuary and the lives you have enriched. Happy Birthday to you dear sister, and I love you very much.”

Caroline, we are so moved by your generous and compassionate gift for Kathy and the chimpanzees. Thank you for thinking of the chimpanzees as you and your family celebrate Kathy today!

Kathy, may your special day fill your heart with the lightness and joy, comfort and ease, that you help provide the chimpanzees’ hearts with. Happiest of birthdays from all of the primates here at the sanctuary!

Jamie: