At APES Shelter & Rescue, every primate in our care has a story — and every story deserves a safe, compassionate future.
Many of the monkeys who arrive at our sanctuary have experienced neglect, unsuitable housing, or the consequences of being kept as exotic pets without the specialist care they require. They cannot simply be rehomed like domestic animals. Their complex social, emotional and physical needs mean they require lifelong, specialist sanctuary care.
That’s where you can make a difference.
Why Our Primates Need Sponsorship
Primates are highly intelligent, social animals with intricate behavioural needs. Caring for them responsibly requires:
Purpose-built, secure enclosures
Species-appropriate nutrition
Daily enrichment and stimulation
Specialist veterinary oversight
Experienced, trained caregivers
This level of care is ongoing and resource-intensive. As a non-profit rescue, we rely on the generosity of compassionate supporters to ensure every primate receives the welfare standards they deserve.
Sponsorship provides predictable funding that helps us plan long-term care with confidence.
What Does Sponsorship Support?
Your sponsorship directly contributes to:
🥕 Nutrition & Special Diets
Fresh fruit, vegetables, forage items and species-specific dietary needs.
🧩 Enrichment & Mental Stimulation
Climbing structures, puzzle feeders, sensory enrichment and habitat improvements that promote natural behaviours.
🏡 Safe Sanctuary Living
Maintenance of secure, enriched enclosures and safe social housing arrangements.
🩺 Veterinary & Preventative Care
Routine health checks and welfare monitoring (always overseen by qualified veterinary professionals).
What You Receive as a Sponsor
When you sponsor one of our primates, you become part of their lifelong care journey. Sponsors receive:
A personalised sponsorship certificate
A welcome pack introducing your chosen primate
Regular updates about their progress and wellbeing
The knowledge that you are directly improving their quality of life
It’s a meaningful gift for yourself or for someone who cares deeply about animal welfare.
Ethical Care Comes First
At APES Shelter & Rescue, we are committed to:
❌ Never breeding primates
❌ Never selling or trading animals
❌ Discouraging private primate ownership
✅ Promoting education and responsible animal welfare
Sponsorship is not about “owning” or handling a monkey. It’s about supporting lifelong sanctuary care in a safe, regulated environment.
Why Sponsorship Matters More Than Ever
Across the UK, we continue to see the consequences of exotic animals being kept without the specialist knowledge and resources they require. Primates are not suitable pets, they have complex needs that most domestic environments simply cannot meet.
By sponsoring a primate, you help:
Reduce suffering caused by inappropriate ownership
Provide a stable, enriched life for rescued individuals
Support public education around responsible exotic animal care
Strengthen long-term sanctuary capacity
How to Sponsor
Becoming a sponsor is simple and can be set up as a monthly or annual contribution.
Every sponsorship helps secure food, enrichment, housing and specialist care, not just today, but for years to come.
👉 Sponsor a primate today and become part of their second chance story.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I visit the primate I sponsor?
For welfare and biosecurity reasons, visits are limited and carefully managed. The safety and wellbeing of our animals always comes first.
Does my sponsorship fund one specific animal?
Your sponsorship symbolically supports your chosen primate, but contributions help cover overall sanctuary costs to ensure all residents receive consistent, high-quality care.
Is this suitable as a gift?
Yes, sponsorship makes a thoughtful, welfare-focused gift for animal lovers.
Help Us Protect Their Future
Sanctuary care is a lifelong commitment. With your support, we can continue providing safe, enriched environments for primates who deserve stability, dignity and compassionate care.
Together, we can ensure their past does not define their future.
Sponsor today. Protect tomorrow.
