Summary
Organization name
Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Apes Categories
Chimpanzees
Small Budget Organizations
Small Budget Organizations
Address
PO Box 32294Washington, District of Columbia 20007
Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary
A nonprofit organization
$17,812 raised by 226 donors
45% complete
$40,000 Goal
About
Tacugama
From Quarantine to New Beginnings
Every chimpanzee rescued by Tacugama arrives deeply traumatized, having lost their mother, family, and home. At #Tacugama, they are given a new chance at a dignified life. With 121 chimpanzees to care for and outreach projects across the country to protect the wild chimpanzees, every cent counts. Support us!
The rehabilitation process for an orphaned chimpanzee takes years!
This #GivingDayforApes, we invite you to journey with us through the different phases of a rescued chimp's rehabilitation. This process, which can take years, showcases the immense love, patience, and expertise required to help these animals recover physically, psychologically, and emotionally.
Rescue, Rehabilitate, Protect
Join us on an incredible journey as young orphaned chimpanzees find their way to a new family. Starting in forest school with dedicated surrogate human caregivers, these chimps learn the basics of survival. They then move to a nursery, where they bond with other young orphans and form friendships that will last a lifetime.
Finally, they integrate into new families that include both their nursery friends and adult chimpanzees. It is from these adult chimps that they learn the essential skills and behaviors needed to thrive.
Follow us on social media to witness every step of this remarkable transformation, from the initial quarantine phase to their introduction to adult chimpanzee groups, and all the milestones in between. Your support makes this journey possible.
More Than a Sanctuary
Simply rescuing chimpanzees is not enough—we need to address the root of the problem. At #Tacugama, we work tirelessly to protect chimpanzee habitats in Sierra Leone and raise awareness about the critical importance of chimpanzee conservation for biodiversity and the survival of our closely related species in the ecosystem.
Exclusive Inside Look in our Fieldwork
This Giving Day for Apes, you will also get an exclusive look into our fieldwork, including amazing camera trap footage that captures the essence of our mission.
Your support makes a difference!
Whether you donate $5, $25, or $500, we are incredibly grateful for every contribution. Check out the table below to see some examples of how your support makes an impact.
| Fruit for 1 baby for 1 week | $5 |
| Fruit and Veggies for 1 adult chimp for 1 week | $15 |
| Medication & vitamins for 1 chimp for 1 month | $25 |
| Formula milk for 1 baby chimp for 1 month | $30 |
| Food for a group of chimpanzees for one week | $50 |
| Ranger equipment (gear, camera traps) to protect wild chimps | $100 |
Become a true Chimp Champion and start your own #fundraiser
We completely understand that not everyone can make a donation. However, there's a wonderful alternative: start your own fundraiser!
Support Tacugama today and be a part of our extraordinary conservation journey.🌿🌍💚
Send us an email for more info and footage to get started. We are very excited to work with you to make this the best Giving Day ever.
EMAIL US
info@tacugama.com
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Organization Data
Washington, District of Columbia 20007