The Gift of Sanctuary
Alleviate the suffering of primates wherever it occurs Donate TodayKY Gives DayA Sanctuary for Primates In Need
The Primate Rescue Center is a nonprofit sanctuary providing lifetime care to nearly 50 primates, including a group of 8 chimpanzees and a variety of monkey species.
Visit The Sanctuary
Become part of the Primate Rescue Center member family and join us at our exclusive members only events.
Sponsor A Primate
By becoming a Primate Pal you will help support the medical, nutritional and enrichment needs of one or more of our residents for an entire year.
Our 100% Promise
The generosity of a single donor covers all of our annual fund-raising and administrative expenses — 100% of every dollar you donate goes directly to the care of the monkeys and apes who have found a safe haven with us!
Take Action
Every person has the potential to make a difference in the life of a primate. Whether you become a PRC member, raise your voice on an issue, or join our community of volunteers, the actions you take make a loud statement that primates everywhere matter.
News & Sanctuary Blog
We currently provide lifetime care and a safe haven for 8 chimpanzees and over 40 monkeys. In addition, we collaborate with a nationwide network of primate sanctuaries to rescue and relocate animals in need. Below are the latest updates from us here at the Primate Rescue Center.
Merry Chimpmas
It's our favorite time of year - Chimpmas is almost here! The chimps thought long and hard about what they wanted to ask for and we have compiled their list here. Take a look at their wish lists… maybe you can make a Chimpmas wish come true! Donald is asking for a...
Composting in Style!
When most people think about donating money to help care for the primates at the PRC they think of food and toys - and while those things are very important, there is another slightly smellier part that you might not realize… We always want to make sure that the...
Donald Missed Daylight for Twenty Years
Donald was imprisoned in a 10x10 foot concrete bunker with no sunlight or fresh water for two decades. His crime? He turned into the wild animal he was meant to be. His cellmates? Four female chimpanzees who starved, ached and yearned for more alongside him. His...
