Planned Giving

Most of the monkeys at Jungle Friends have made enormous sacrifices, giving a significant part of their lives as subjects in research for the benefit of humans. Giving some of their life back to them is Jungle Friends' primary mission—we are committed to providing homes to monkeys in need for as long as necessary.

One of the most profound ways to help is by arranging a bequest to the sanctuary in your estate planning.

Many of the monkeys cared for by Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary have a potential lifespan of up to 50 years. Careful planning and thoughtful giving go a long way in securing their future. There are several ways for those who wish to support the sanctuary while receiving substantial deductions for income and estate tax purposes. Jungle Friends Primate Sanctuary is an IRS-designated 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

Donations of Appreciated Stock

Donating highly appreciated stock, rather than cash, benefits both the donor and Jungle Friends. Typically, when such stock is sold, a capital gains tax is applied. However, by contributing appreciated stock, the donor can receive a charitable deduction for the full market value of the stock at the time of transfer. Since Jungle Friends is a public charity, it is exempt from paying taxes on the sale of the stock, allowing the full value of the donation to support the sanctuary’s activities.

Donations Under a Will or a Trust

Some donors would like to contribute substantially to the sanctuary while maintaining control of their assets during their lifetimes. In such cases, they can support the care of the sanctuary's primates by including Jungle Friends in their wills or trusts. It’s never too early or too late to plan your estate, and when you do, we hope you will remember the monkeys. Jungle Friends can only receive a donation from an estate if it is specifically named in the estate planning documents.

Charitable Trusts and Private Foundations

Another method of benefiting the sanctuary is through the establishment of a charitable trust or a private foundation. Charitable Lead Trusts and Charitable Remainder Trusts are advanced forms of estate planning, which can provide substantial benefits to both the donor and the sanctuary.

Endowment Fund

A special fund has been established to build an endowment for the long-term care of the monkeys at the sanctuary, some of whom may live another 50 years or more. Donors can specifically direct their contributions of money or stock to be held in the sanctuary’s endowment fund. These funds will not be used for daily operations but will grow in the endowment account, generating interest to support the future care of our monkeys.

Please help us ensure the lifelong care of our monkeys by contributing to this vital fund!

For more information about any of these options, read    Samantha's Legacy or Contact Us.