History
Chimpanzees have been utilized in the exploration of space and the advancement of medicine. However advancing technology meant that fewer chimpanzees are now needed in these fields, and many that were bred to be used as such are no longer needed. There were too many to be taken in by zoos, so in 1995 the Chimp Haven organisation was founded, with the aim of providing sanctuary to the increasing number of chimpanzees no longer needed for their original role.
In 1997, a report by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) into the management of chimpanzees used for medical research concluded that long-term care facilities were the best and most cost-effective solution for chimpanzees no longer needed in medical research. In 2000 the Chimpanzee Health, Improvement, Maintenance & Protection (C.H.I.M.P.) Act was passed giving support for chimpanzee sanctuaries such as Chimp Haven. The Act stated that funding was to come partly from the NIH and partly from private donations.
In 2002, as provided under the CHIMP Act, the NIH selected Chimp Haven to build and operate the national chimpanzee sanctuary system. Although the NIH underwrote a portion of the sanctuary’s construction and operating costs, Chimp Haven was required to raise matching funds, as well as carry the full responsibility for education and outreach programs. The latter is extremely important, as wildlife and conservation education are incumbent upon any animal stewardship organization, including sanctuaries.
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