Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest

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Sponsor-a-day

Thank you, Michael!

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Today was sponsored by Michael Lee who wishes for the chimpanzees “to have a stress free day, everyday, to do whatever they desire….even something naughty!” Michael further shared his gratitude for “all those who go out of their way to save the chimps and give them back a life they deserve, who will continue to look out for them and provide for their needs. I wish you all to have good health, and may you continue to be blessed with the joy of knowing that all your effort has not gone unappreciated. On behalf of all the chimps….Thank You.”

Michael, this is so kind and thoughtful of you. And as if that weren’t enough, I would also like to note that today is Michael’s birthday! I cannot think of a more generous thing to do than to honor others on one’s own birthday.  Thank you so much, Michael, and have a wonderful day!

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Happy Birthday, Shannon!

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Today was sponsored by Janet Henry in honor of her daughter, Shannon Noble’s, birthday! It’s Janet’s wish to celebrate Shannon and her love and compassion for not only the chimpanzees, but for all animals. Janet, what a lovely way to honor your daughter. Thank you both so much for caring about the chimpanzees and including them in your special day. Shannon, on behalf of the chimpanzees, we hope your day is full of pant hoots and food grunts! Happy Birthday!!

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In memory of Robert C. Thompson

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Today was sponsored by Madelaine Thompson in memory of her dad, Robert C. Thompson. Madelaine shared the following sentiments:

“My dad and mom welcomed strays and rescue pets into our household from the time I was a baby. At times, pets outnumbered humans – and there were nine kids! I am ever grateful for his compassion and sense of humor in dealing with the challenges and rewards of a chaotic, loving household.”

Madelaine, thank you so much for including the chimpanzees with such lovely memories of your family. What a generous and compassionate way to honor your dad. Something tells me he would have appreciated the chimpanzees’ household!

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The Chimps Take Manhattan!

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As most of us have mentioned this week, providing the chimpanzees (especially Jamie!) with an enriching and stimulating environment can be challenging. Thanks to Donna and Doreen’s sponsorship of today, we decided to use the theme of the “Big Apple.” It’s always fun to see how each of the chimpanzees choose to engage with new enrichment. Debbie and volunteer Deb spent a lot of time constructing a cardboard box version of the New York City skyline and we even made a Dora of Liberty statue on “Ellis Island” (aka the turtle wading pool). After scattering dried apples still warm from the dehydrator (courtesy of volunteer, Patty) about like confetti for the chimps’ forage in Times Square, the scene was set. Mind you, it’s sometimes difficult to say whether the chimpanzees or the humans are more enriched by these endeavors.

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Foxie “hearts” NY:

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Jody and Annie checking out the Dora of Liberty statue:

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As you can imagine, the chimps not only took Manhattan, but quickly toppled it. Here’s Jamie inspecting the ruins:

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And Jody found “Ellis Island” to be the perfect nesting spot (after getting that pesky Dora of Liberty out of the way):

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Donna and Doreen, thanks again for sponsoring the day in honor of Foxie’s birthday month and your anniversary in the Big Apple!

And tomorrow is the last day to vote for your favorite chimpanzee artist! Get your votes in now and help make a real difference for the winning chimpanzee and their sanctuary family and home!

 

Thank you, Donna and Doreen!

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Today was sponsored by Donna and Doreen Hughes in celebration of two of their greatest loves, Foxie Chimpanzee and the Big Apple! (Well, maybe three loves if we include troll dolls!) Donna and Doreen feel (rightly so) that Foxie, being Foxie, should celebrate her birthday and her troll doll lovin’ self all month long! Today is also the anniversary of Donna and Doreen’s move to New York City which they celebrate every year because of how much they love living there.

Donna and Doreen are two fabulous ladies who have been long time supporters of the sanctuary and all Great Apes. As much as they adore the “Big Apple” they feel it is important to have nature in our lives and to care for all the amazing beings we co-exist with here on planet Earth. Thanks for keeping Foxie’s party going, Donna and Doreen, and Happy Anniversary! It’s so kind of you to include Foxie and her family in your special day.

Here are Foxie and Dora hanging out on Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest’s version of a skyscraper.

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And Foxie and her troll taking a stroll in her own “Central Park.”

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15 minutes of paint

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Thank you again to Lindsay Zager’s parents who sponsored today in honor of her birthday. Jamie really got into the spirit of things by spending some time making the artwork we provided today her own.

We painted a mountain-scape on the window between the greenhouse and the playroom and, as soon she was able to, Jamie inspected our work.

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She also made some personal edits.

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And, here is my nod to Lindsay’s day, an Andy Warhol-esqe version of Jamie and the artwork. Happy Birthday, Lindsay!!

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Happy Birthday, Lindsay!

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Today was sponsored in honor of Lindsay Zager by her parents who shared the following sentiments:

“This is in honor of our beautiful daughter, Lindsay’s, birthday! Lindsay’s passion for chimpanzees has motivated and inspired many to learn and know and LOVE the world of these amazing primates. We thank you and love you sweet girl! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!”

Thank you so much to the Zager family for caring about the chimpanzees and including them in your special day. Have a wonderful day, Lindsay!

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