Guidelines for Gifts
The chimps have such a wonderful family of supporters. Every week, we receive packages of food and enrichment from people all across the country. We rely on these gifts to keep the cupboards stocked and the enrichment bins full, which in turn helps keep the chimps happy. To ensure that we are able to use all of your generous donations, please take a look at our health and safety guidelines for food and enrichment.
If you follow the blog, you know that we serve a wide variety of food to the chimps. But for their health and safety, we follow these food rules:
- Nothing homemade prepared outside of the chimp house kitchen – Because we can never be 100% sure of the ingredients or the conditions in which foods are prepared, we don't give the chimps any homemade foods (e.g. baked goods, trail mix, etc.).
- No added sugar – We limit the sugar in the chimps' diet to sugar from natural sources such as whole fruit. Captive chimpanzees are at significant risk for diet-related illnesses such as diabetes and heart disease. We've found that with enough variety, chimpanzees will continue to get excited about healthy food, so we're confident that they don't feel deprived. When we do give foods that are sweetened, they're generally used to deliver medication (Gatorade is a favorite). If you do send food, check the ingredients label – you'd be amazed at the things they add sugar to (like dried fruit! Why?).
- No salt – There is a relationship between sodium and heart disease in humans, and the same is thought to hold true for chimpanzees. Therefore, to be on the safe side, we limit the amount of salt in their diet.
- No mangoes – Mangoes are great for chimps in general, but we have reason to believe that Annie is allergic to them.
- No meat, dairy, or eggs – The chimps at CSNW get plenty of protein from nuts, seeds, beans, and primate chow.
- Very limited grains and processed food – The chimps do get treats from time to time, but we try to stick to fresh foods and whole grains as much as possible. Acceptable grains and processed foods include whole grain pasta, brown rice, quinoa, and old-fashioned oats.
Variety is just as important when it comes to enrichment. We try to give them a little bit of everything, but for their safety, we follow these guidelines. Please note that these rules have changed over the years as we have observed the chimps interacting with different types of enrichment. Please also note that these rules apply to CSNW only and that other facilities must make their own determination as to what is safe for the particular chimpanzees in their care.
- No glass, wire, metal, large staples, or sharp edges
- No batteries or battery operated toys (even when the batteries are removed)
- No soft/flexible rubber, latex, soft/thin plastic, or foam, or styrofoam
- No small beads or beans in stuffed toys
- No tape
- No paintbrushes with metal tips
- No etch-a-sketches
- No needle point
- No pens
- No ribbon or string
- In addition,
- All art supplies must be labeled as "nontoxic"
- Inedible objects between 1/2" and 2" (i.e., between the size of a raisin and a clementine) pose a risk if ingested. Therefore, we screen out these object from the chimps' enrichment. This includes objects inside of toys that could be accessed by the chimps if the toy was broken open.
We understand that these guidelines are restrictive and may be difficult to follow. If you have any questions about an item that you would like to donate, please feel free to contact us.
You can also earmark a monetary gift towards enrichment so that the staff can purchase acceptable items.
Thanks so much for your support – and keep those donations coming! As you can see from the blog, the chimps' lives are enriched each day by your generous gifts.
Distribute Promotional Materials
Contact Diana if you would like to distribute print materials.
Thanks to Loudmouse Graphic Design and Sappi Ideas that Matter we have amazing new promotional print materials.
The Sappi Ideas that Matter grant enabled us to print and distribute thousands of postcards like the Foxie card above (a different design for each chimpanzee).
Plus 4- panel brochures:
12-page booklets:
And Posters:
Seattle's Poster Giant learned of our project and donated their services by hanging 100 posters of Negra at various businesses in Seattle.
We also have small but very effective "calling cards," printed by W.I.G.T., available through our online store.
Contact Diana if you would like calling cards, brochures, booklets or 18x24in posters to distribute or if you have other promotional ideas.
Help Us Fundraise
New for November and December 2012 - Join the Team Chimp fundraising challenge! Pick a chimp, join their team, and raise money for the sanctuary. Learn more on the Team Chimp fundraising page.
Interested in holding your own fundraising events or initiatives or helping with CSNW sponsored events? Email us at donate@ChimpsNW.org with your ideas.
Sanctuary Wine
Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest has partnered with Ellensburg Canyon Vista Winery! We have produced two beautiful labels and the winery is donating 25% of bottle sales and 35% of case sales of this special label wine to the chimpanzees!
To purchase wine, contact Gary at 509-933-3523 or info (at) Cox Canyon. Direct shipping is available to all West Coast States and some other locations, check first to determine applicable rules/regulations. If you are a sanctuary volunteer or live in the Cle Elum / Central WA or Seattle area, contact Diana about arranging to pick up wine.
Visit the Ellensburg Vista Winery / Cox Canyon Vineyard website for more information about this great local winery and our partnership!
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Sanctuary White 2011 Riesling $12.95 |
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Sanctuary Red 2007 Bordeaux Blend $19.95 |
CardPartner
You get a cool Visa points card (5 designs to choose from!) while the sanctuary earns money - $50 for each activated card and a percentage of all purchases.
GoodSearch and GoodShop
Earn funds for the chimpanzees just by searching and shopping online!
Wish and Dream List
View our Amazon.com wishlist
Negra loves nuts! Buy a pre-selected care package directly through Nuts.com
See Guidelines for Gifts for tips on some things we avoid giving the chimpanzees.
Wish Items
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Large rolls of paper (see paper nesting in action on the blog)
- Troll dolls (for Foxie)
- Boots and boot catalogs (for Jamie)
- Cleaning supplies for the humans
- Floor scrub brushes
- Biodegradable laundry soap
- Dish soap
- Paper towels
- Large sturdy garbage bags
- Exam gloves (non-latex preferred)
Top Items
- Gift certificates to Home Depot, Lowes, Target, Costco, Safeway, Office Max
- Toys without batteries, glass or metal - should be suitable for toddler-age children with super-human strength
- Hair brushes
- Popper toys (see Burrito playing with a popper toy on our blog)
- Little Tykes or similar brand outdoor play toys
- Cleaning supplies for the chimpanzees
- Buckets
- Scrub brushes
- Food items
(No sugar, no salt, whole grain, no animal products)
- Children's chewable vitamins
- Fresh produce
- Seeds and nuts
(no salt)
- Crayons
Dream Items
- Money to build a clinic, a visitor area and expanded chimpanzee enclosures!
- Trailer or building for on-site office space
- LCD projector for educational presentations - RECEIVED!! Thank you Jackie Mulanax and CompView, Inc!
- Recycled plastic lumber for constructing platforms - call for specifications
- 8"-12" diameter untreated logs at least 10' long
- TIG welder
Negra loves nuts! Buy a pre-selected care package directly through Nuts.com
Wish Items
-
Large rolls of paper (see paper nesting in action on the blog)
- Troll dolls (for Foxie)
- Boots and boot catalogs (for Jamie)
- Cleaning supplies for the humans
- Floor scrub brushes
- Biodegradable laundry soap
- Dish soap
- Paper towels
- Large sturdy garbage bags
- Exam gloves (non-latex preferred)
Top Items
- Gift certificates to Home Depot, Lowes, Target, Costco, Safeway, Office Max
- Toys without batteries, glass or metal - should be suitable for toddler-age children with super-human strength
- Hair brushes
- Popper toys (see Burrito playing with a popper toy on our blog)
- Little Tykes or similar brand outdoor play toys
- Cleaning supplies for the chimpanzees
- Buckets
- Scrub brushes
- Food items
(No sugar, no salt, whole grain, no animal products)
- Children's chewable vitamins
- Fresh produce
- Seeds and nuts (no salt)
- Crayons
Dream Items
- Money to build a clinic, a visitor area and expanded chimpanzee enclosures!
- Trailer or building for on-site office space
- LCD projector for educational presentations - RECEIVED!! Thank you Jackie Mulanax and CompView, Inc!
- Recycled plastic lumber for constructing platforms - call for specifications
- 8"-12" diameter untreated logs at least 10' long
- TIG welder
Sanctuary Wine
Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest has partnered with Ellensburg Canyon Vista Winery! We have produced two beautiful labels and the winery is donating 25% of bottle sales and 35% of case sales of this special label wine to the chimpanzees!
To purchase wine, contact Gary at 509-933-3523 or via email. Direct shipping is available to all West Coast States and some other locations, check first to determine applicable rules/regulations (also see note below about shipping during the summer months). If you are a sanctuary volunteer or live in the Cle Elum / Central WA or Seattle area, contact Diana about arranging to pick up wine.
Visit the Ellensburg Vista Winery / Cox Canyon Vineyard website for more information about this great local winery and our partnership!
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Sanctuary White 2011 Riesling $12.95 |
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Sanctuary Red 2007 Bordeaux Blend $19.95 |
Both wines pair wonderfully with a variety of foods, particularly pasta dishes. Sanctuary White has won over red-only wine drinkers on the staff!
Please note: During the shipment/handling of CSNW Sanctuary Wine, damage to the wine may occur, especially from excessive heat and exposure to sunlight. For these reasons beyond our control, Ellensburg Canyon Vista Winery will not be able to fill wine orders May 15-September 15.
Should you experience any issues or if the wine does not meet your expectations, please contact Gary R. Cox/Vigneron at 509-933-3523 or via email and he will rectify the issue. Your complete satisfaction is our highest priority.
Volunteer
Download a volunteer application in Word or pdf format.
CSNW would not exist without the help of volunteers. Volunteers actually helped construct the building where the chimpanzees now live! If you have a professional skill that you would like to contribute, please contact volunteer@chimpsanctuarynw.org
We are currently looking for a limited number of volunteers to help in the kitchen of the chimp house - preparing food, processing donated produce, and washing dishes. A certain level of commitment is required. Please email Elizabeth, Volunteer Coordinator, if you are interested in being interviewed for this position.
Donate
As a 501c3 charity, the chimpanzees at Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest rely on donations from people like you.
We've been able to do a lot in a short amount of time because we use income very efficiently, we take advantage of many in-kind donations, we utilize volunteers in every aspect of the organization, and we keep our expenses low. Your donation will go far with us!
Ways to Give:
DONATE NOW
Mail a check
Sponsor a Day
Become a Chimpanzee Pal
Benefits of your gift
Information about your secure, tax-deductible contribution
Sponsor a Day
You can sponsor a day of sanctuary for just $100. You pick the day! Give in your own name or as a tribute to someone else. We'll be sure to mention your day on the blog. Just fill out the Sponsor a Day online donation form specifying your chosen day or let us know the day when you send your check. It's as easy as that!
Become a Chimpanzee Pal
You can choose to be a Chimpanzee Pal to any of the Cle Elum Seven - Negra, Jody, Jamie, Foxie, Annie, Missy, or Burrito. Pal sponsorships make great gifts!
Pal sponsorship is $20 per month or $240 for a year. Use the Chimpanzee Pal donation form for your sponsorship.
The recipient of a Chimpanzee Pal membership will receive a matted photo of their pal with a bio on the back, a stickable card with a photo of their chosen pal, postcards to send to others and a thank you letter.
Benefits
Your generosity helps provide the chimpanzees at the sanctuary with quality care from experienced and knowledgable caregivers and allows us to continue to advocate for all chimpanzees. As a thank you gift and as a way to help you learn more about the chimpanzees in our care, we provide the following benefits.
Donation benefits by giving level:
$25 = photo
$50 = photo and sticker
$100 = photo in magnetic frame
$250 = matted 5x7 art print and magnetic photo
$500 = matted 8x10 photo
$1000 = Softcover book and matted 8x10 photo
$2500 =
Hardcover book and matted 8x10 photo, visit to the sanctuary
$5000 = CSNW hardcover book,
visit to the sanctuary and dinner with CSNW staff,
original chimp art
Information about your secure, tax-deductible donation
Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization registered in the state of Washington and your donation is tax-deductible. Our federal tax id (EIN) is: 68-0552915.
Online contributions are entered through Salsa Labs and payment is securely processed through Authorize.net.
You will receive a tax receipt by email immediately after making an online donation. For the convenience of online donations, we pay processing fees - please consider rounding up your online contribution by 5% to help us get the full value of your donation.
If you mail a check, you will receive a tax receipt by mail.
For additional information regarding the organization's activities or financial information, Chimpanzee Sanctuary Northwest is registered with the Washington State Charities Program as required by law. Information may be obtained by calling 800-332-4483 or 360-725-0378.
For further questions, please contact the sanctuary: donate@ChimpsNW.org or 509-699-0728. We would be happy to answer any of your questions about donating.
