Outside Shreveport, Louisiana, on 200 acres of beautiful, forested sanctuary, more than 300 chimpanzees, most of whom were used in biomedical research, are living the good life — or, as we like to call it, the Chimp Life.

At Chimp Haven, chimps retired from research experience the joys they would have enjoyed in the wild: climbing trees, living in large, bonded social groups, eating their favorite fruits, running, playing, exploring, and — best of all — choosing how they spend their days.

We believe we’re not that different, humans and chimpanzees. As our closest living relatives, chimps share more than 98 percent of our genetic blueprint, and upon visiting the sanctuary it doesn’t take long to see that they have all the personalities, emotions, relationships, dramas and joys that we do.

We believe they all deserve a chance to live the Chimp Life. That’s why we’re working diligently to transport all remaining chimpanzees to the sanctuary as soon as possible and embarking on an ambitious sanctuary expansion to ensure there is room to welcome them all home.

On behalf of the more than 300 chimps currently enjoying retirement at Chimp Haven, and the many more to come, thank you for your support!

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Chimp Haven

Chimp Haven's headquarters in Keithville, LA, United States

Rana Smith

Holly Reid

Taylor Johnson

Alan Bright

The Veterinary Services team at Chimp Haven is dedicated to ensuring the health and well-being of the chimpanzees in the sanctuary. This team of skilled professionals provides comprehensive medical care, conducts routine health assessments, and manages emergency cases, all while developing and implementing enrichment strategies to enhance the chimps' quality of life. Committed to ethical standards, they also engage in research and education to advance the understanding of chimpanzee care and welfare.

Veterinary Services

The Finance and Administration team at Chimp Haven is responsible for managing the organization's financial health and ensuring efficient operations. This includes budgeting, financial reporting, overseeing grants, and handling government contracts. By securing funding and maintaining fiscal accountability, the team supports the mission to provide a safe and enriching sanctuary for retired chimpanzees.

Finance and Administration

The Leadership Team at Chimp Haven is responsible for guiding the organization’s strategic vision and operations to ensure the welfare and enrichment of retired chimpanzees. Comprising top executives with expertise in veterinary care, development, marketing, and finance, they work collaboratively to advance the sanctuary's mission, enhance community engagement, drive fundraising efforts, and facilitate the expansion of facilities to accommodate more chimps while ensuring their quality of life.

Leadership Team

The Marketing and Communications team at Chimp Haven creates awareness and advocates for the sanctuary’s mission of providing a safe haven for retired chimpanzees. Through strategic marketing campaigns, digital content, and community outreach, the team engages supporters and promotes the stories of the chimps, ensuring that the public understands the importance of sanctuary life and the need for continued support and expansion efforts. They play a crucial role in fostering connections between the sanctuary and its audience, highlighting the emotional and social similarities between humans and chimps.

Chimp Haven

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Chimp Haven

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Teams

Veterinary Services

Finance and Administration

Leadership Team

Marketing and Communications

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