About us
We are Ape Conservation Effort, also known as ACE, a Georgia-based non-profit, helping great apes around the world.Our members and volunteers are passionate about all animals, but saving the great ape species – bonobos, chimpanzees, gorillas, orangutans – is what we’re committed to. We work to increase awareness about the plight of the great apes and raise money to help their conservation.
Founded in 2006 by keepers and volunteers from Zoo Atlanta, we’ve grown to a network of members across multiple states. Ape Conservation Effort has raised over $294,000 for internationally recognized organizations that work to save great apes from extinction and conserve their natural habitats. Being 100% volunteer run allows us to make a greater impact on the lives of all great apes.
Ape Conservation Effort, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.
Organizations we support
Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International (DFGFI)
Regions: Rwanda and Congo
We support important research on gorillas, vegetation, and natural habitats in Rwanda and Congo.
Bonobo Conservation Initiative (BCI)
Regions: Lingomo, Congo
We support programs for Bonobo rescue, shelter and integrating humans with natural habitats.
Regions: Borneo & Sumatra
We support programs to help displaced orangutans and protect natural rainforests.
Pan African Sanctuary Alliance (PASA)
Regions: 13 Countries in Africa
We unite a network of primate sanctuaries and wildlife centers to protect Africa's primates, empower local communities, and preserve habitat.
Our Board
Jane Barron
Member since 2006
Favorite ape: Orangutan
Gene Todd
Member since 2007
Favorite ape: Bonobo
Susan Smith
Member since 2006
Favorite ape: Gorilla
Barbara Cebula
Member since 2016
Favorite ape: Chimpanzee
Donna Mayer Todd
Member since 2006
Favorite ape: Gorilla
Jenny Reineck
Member since 2015
Favorite ape: Orangutan
