Friends of Bonobos

It has been 1 year since the rescue of Lenda and Lombo, a mission that would not have been possible without our incredible supporters. Thanks to the astounding care of the surrogate and veterinary teams at Lola ya Bonobo Sanctuary, Lenda and Lombo are en route to a happy and healthy life. Because of your support, they have the possibility to return to the wild one day, where they belong. 🌿 Read more about what you accomplished for bonobo conservation in 2023: https://lnkd.in/ghGWtKtF Important Note: Bonobos are not pets. Bonobos seen interacting with humans on our page are with trained caretakers who are essential for their survival. #NotPets #Bonobos #Animals #Wildlife #Conservation

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Happy #DAFDay! Did you know you can make a difference at Friends of Bonobos through a Donor-Advised Fund? It’s a tax-efficient, simple way to support our mission to rescue and rehabilitate bonobos. Learn how to recommend a grant today! https://lnkd.in/eGdSEygi #DAFDay #Bonobos #Wildlife #Animals #SaveBonobos The Giving Block

Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are a simple and impactful way to give! Your DAF gift to Friends of Bonobos supports critical conservation work like rescuing, rehabilitating, and rewilding bonobos in the DRC. Help us create a brighter future for bonobos today. 🌿🐵 https://lnkd.in/eGdSEygi #DAFDay #SaveBonobos #Wildlife #Animals The Giving Block

Today is Giving Day for Apes! Will you help rescue and care for orphaned bonobos by becoming a monthly donor? You'll help cover the ongoing, daily costs required to protect and support bonobos, local communities, and their rainforest home. And you’ll join the Bonobo Fellowship - a steadfast community of monthly givers investing in a future where bonobos and humans live in harmony. Donate here: https://lnkd.in/evmzGcTe Important Note: Bonobos are NOT PETS. Bonobos seen on our page interacting with humans are with trained caretakers who are essential for their survival. We hope to return these bonobos back to the wild one day. Photo by: Lara Zanutto #Bonobos #GivingDayForApes #WildlifeConservation #Animals

Join The Fellowship and be part of a global community dedicated to saving bonobos and their habitats! 🌍 Your monthly donations support medical care and more for orphaned rescued bonobos like Lombo here, being treated by Dr. Jonas and his surrogate mother, Mama Peguy. As a Fellowship member, you'll receive exclusive updates and a free subscription to Ecoflix, the world's first not-for-profit streaming service. Together, we can protect bonobos for generations to come. Join Now: https://lnkd.in/eCfMXmkq Important Note: Bonobos are NOT PETS. Bonobos seen interacting with humans on our page are with trained caretakers who are essential for their survival. #NotPets #Bonobos #Conservation #Animals #Wildlife

Make a lasting difference for bonobos like Ikoto here by becoming part of The Fellowship! Your monthly support helps orphaned rescued bonobos flourish at the Lola ya Bonobo Sanctuary, providing the longterm food, care, and facility they need to survive and thrive after traumatic starts to life. As a special thank-you for being a recurring donor, you'll receive a free subscription to Ecoflix, the first not-for-profit streaming channel dedicated to saving animals and the planet. You can find Friends of Bonobos’ short films on Ecoflix as well as hours of captivating nature videos and podcasts from around the world! 🌿 Ready to join us? https://lnkd.in/eCfMXmkq Photo by: Lara Zanutto #Conservation #Wildlife #Animals #Bonobos #Apes

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of the great Dikembe Mutombo, a humanitarian who gave selflessly to the Democratic of Congo, his native country. In 2014, Mutombo visited the Lola ya Bonobo Sanctuary and was deeply moved by the gentle, intelligent beings he encountered. “What I see here is bigger than what I heard!” he said. He left us a beautiful letter, expressing his heartfelt thoughts: “This is the first time in my life that I come close to bonobos. I wish to do my best to spread the word in the USA about this nice place. God Bless You, D. Mutombo." Mutombo was well known for his contributions to healthcare in the Congo. He founded the Biamba Marie Mutombo Hospital in 2007, named in honor of his mother, to provide medical care to underserved populations in the DRC. He also was a passionate advocate for forest protection, co-founding a company focused on renewable energy and carbon credits projects in Central African forests. Rest in peace, Dikembe Mutombo. Your spirit will forever live on in the hearts of those you inspired and supported, and in the forests you helped protect. 💔🌍 #InMemory #DikembeMutombo #RIP #RestInPeace #NBA Dikembe Mutombo Foundation dikembe mutombo officiel National Basketball Association (NBA)

In bonobo societies, kindness is key to building strong bonds. Through sharing and peaceful interactions, bonobos show us the importance of empathy in creating harmony. Check out our latest blog post to learn more about what bonobos can teach us. https://lnkd.in/ek7-zFvH #BonoboKindness #Bonobos #Wildlife #Conservation #Animals

Bonobos love to hold hands, cuddle, and groom each other as a way to stay connected. Bonding through physical affection helps keep their troops strong and is essential to the relationship between a bonobo mother and their baby, who stays by their side for up to 5 years! Video by Vanessa Woods #Kindness #Love #Bonobos #Wildlife #Animals