Today is for the CSNW volunteers and staff!

Our heartfelt gratitude is going out to Colleen Walford for sponsoring today in honor of the humans of the sanctuary: “Big thanks to the Staff and Volunteers for all they do.” This is so kind of you, Colleen, we truly appreciate this! We couldn’t be more grateful to you, and all of our supporters, for…

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Happy Birthday, Linda!

Each year, Aimee Kaufman and Adam Webber lovingly celebrate their mom, Linda Webber, on her birthday, by sponsoring a day of sanctuary. We love that the chimpanzees have been part of their family for many years now. “Wishing the happiest of birthdays to our Mom. We could write an entire speech as to her values,…

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Happy Birthday, Chuck, from Martha!

Our many thanks to Martha Sikaras for this day of sanctuary for the chimpanzees in celebration of her husband, Chuck!: “This day is sponsored to celebrate my husband’s birthday. Chuck has been my life’s partner for over 27 years. From the day we met, he has been committed to the protection and safety for the…

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December celebrations!

Missy stand xmas tree hanging

So accustomed are we to getting to celebrate at least one of the chimpanzees’ or bovines’ birthdays each month, I had to keep checking the calendar to make certain that I wasn’t missing anyone’s! While we may not have any sanctuary residents with December birthdays, we know we have sanctuary supporters with December birthdays and…

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Happy Birthday, Eric Dodge!

Thanks so much, Eric Dodge, for such a kind sponsorship of sanctuary and for choosing to share your birthday by honoring the chimpanzees. Especially beloved Jody. “In honor of all the sanctuary and staff do for the charges that they take care of. In memory of our wonderful Jody. She was a genuine Lady.” Happy…

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In loving memory of Carol Holcomb Millard

Our many thanks to Janet Dibler for sponsoring this day of sanctuary for the chimpanzees and bovines in memory of her beloved cousin, Carol. This is also how Janet wishes to celebrate her own birthday today which is so lovely. “In memory of my sweet cousin, Carol Holcomb Millard, who passed away on October 8,…

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A special day of sanctuary from Jen Wallace!

Our dear friend and valued member of the chimpanzees’ and bovines’ medical team, Dr. Jennifer Wallace, sponsored this special day of sanctuary: “Giving thanks for all the amazing CSNW staff and volunteers! Wishing the humans and chimpanzees a wonderful Thanksgiving!” Thank you so much, Jen! We are so grateful to have you as part of…

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In loving memory of Matt Pratt

Our many thanks to Sally Pratt for sponsoring this day of sanctuary “In loving memory of Matt Pratt on his birthday.” We truly appreciate your thinking of the chimpanzees and making a difference in their lives as you honor and celebrate Matt, Sally. We’re hoping your heart is buoyed today. Wonderful Cy: Annie and Burrito:…

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November celebrations!

Well, as a devoted October fan, as I always say, “Welcome, October 32nd!” And having just celebrated the 46th birthday of our amazing (self-appointed, but no less valid) fearless leader, Jamie Chimpanzee, I think we could safely say Jamie would support a never-ending “Jamieween.” I mean, let’s be honest, it really is Jamieween here in…

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Happy Birthday, Nanny, from Sheeru!

This is the loveliest sponsor a day! Many thanks to Sheeru Singh for celebrating his grandma, Savitri, on their combined special day and including the chimpanzees! “Happy Birthday Nanny! My grandma, Savitri Subramani, who shares the same birthday as me, will be turning 79 years old on October 23. I am donating to the sanctuary…

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In loving memory of Mary Ann Wilson

Our heartfelt thanks to Marc Wilson for sponsoring this day of sanctuary for the chimpanzees in loving memory of Mary Ann Wilson. We truly appreciate your thinking of the chimpanzees in your honoring of Mary Ann, Marc. Dear Rayne: Mave: Negra: Lucky:

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