Posts Tagged ‘sanctuary’
Dawn and Jim’s Journey to Full‑Time Volunteering
They say it takes a village to raise a child. In the same vein, it takes a village of deeply passionate and dedicated individuals to run Project Chimps. Two of those individuals are Dawn and Jim Greenway, a couple who made the leap from part-time to full-time volunteers in 2025.
Read MoreSwing Into Adventure with your next Team Building Challenge
Project Chimps’ Chimp Challenge course is an exciting new way to test your climbing, problem-solving solving and teamwork skills while making a difference.
Read MoreFirst Time Outside for Former Research Chimps
Many former research chimps don’t experience their first time outside until arriving in sanctuary. But why do some choose to stay inside?
Read MoreThe Doctor Is In: Meet Project Chimp’s Veterinary Medical Director
Meet Dr. Jenny Jaffe—Project Chimp’s new Veterinary Medical Director, and learn about how she is shaping the medical program at the sanctuary.
Read MoreAll Aboard the Banana Bus
Are you interested in experiencing wildlife uniquely and excitingly? Project Chimps has just the thing for you—the brand-new Banana Bus! You and your friends now have the opportunity to hop on for a special tour of the sanctuary nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.
Read MoreBirthday Bash for Captain Kirk
By Morgan Kelly At Project Chimps, Kirk has the chance to live long and prosper. We’re looking forward to celebrating his 40th birthday on July 27th! Project Chimps’ Captain Kirk Kirk is the alpha of the Chimps Ahoy villa. That’s why we call him Captain Kirk! But he’s not exactly like the dramatic, headstrong captain…
Read MoreSafety First: Sanctuary Protocols
By Morgan Kelly Chimps may be cute, but they’re also strong. It’s dangerous to keep them as pets or house them without proper safety measures. We’re committed to keeping both the chimps and their caregivers safe. That’s why we have so many safety protocols during feeding time, positive reinforcement training, check-ups, and all around the…
Read MoreWelcoming Six New Chimps!
IT’S WORLD CHIMPANZEE DAY… AND WE’RE CELEBRATING WITH SOME BIG NEWS!!! This past week, we welcomed six new chimps to sanctuary! That’s right! Our transport team made the trek to the lab in Louisiana for an overnight transport (to travel in the cooler evening temperatures). Project Chimps now welcomes Johnny, Roy, Tony, Orpheus, Adam and…
Read MoreRemembrance Garden Sculpture: From Concept to Creation
By Rachel Dragas Meet Sheila Botton, the artist behind Project Chimps’ Remembrance Garden Sculpture, and learn about its inception, design, and future installation. Meet the Artist Sheila Botton fondly recalls a childhood book about endangered species, gifted by her parents in the late ’70s. Filled with drawings and facts about these animals, it sparked her…
Read MoreAn Enriching Scout Project for All
On April 12, 2025, Duncan Lawrence’s Eagle Scout project came to fruition at the enrichment building at Project Chimps. 17-year-old Duncan is with Troop 101 of Blairsville, Georgia, and was the brains behind creating a display of enrichment items. The Scouts mounted this display on the enrichment building between the garage doors. It included examples…
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