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December 2019

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Save the Chimps Save the Chimps provides a permanent sanctuary for the lifelong care of chimpanzees rescued from research laboratories, the entertainment industry, and the pet trade. The rescued chimps live on three small islands in Florida. Caged for most of their lives, the chimps now have space, freedom, and companionship. Your family can support the chimps by donating, providing food, medical care, or by "adopting" one of the chimps. There is even an online shop where you can purchase Save a Chimp clothing or other items. A small charity, Save the Chimps has an inspiring story to tell, and they do tell it. Your heartstrings will hum with the backstories of the chimps and, by signing up for regular emails, you'll learn about how they all are doing. These chimps become individuals with names and families. Save the Chimps International Rescue Committee The New York Times reports that close to 60 million people around the world have had to leave their homes because of war or persecution. Many others do so because of drought or floods. It's impossible to look away from the images of desperate people, especially children, that we see on the news every day. One way to help is to support the International Rescue Committee. This holiday season, help supply toilets at refugee camps, support healthcare for a child, or send a girl to school. Just pick a gift and then dedicate it to a person you choose (grandma, maybe?). Choose an emailed card, or even better, a printed one that arrives by mail. Rescue Gifts m v

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