International Primate Protection League

Dr. McGreal's compassion for gibbons began in the 1970s during her time in Thailand. She rescued four gibbons being kept as pets and brought them to Summerville, South Carolina, where she established the IPPL Gibbon Sanctuary.

Over the years, thanks to the support of thousands of caring donors worldwide, IPPL has rescued and rehabilitated countless abused and neglected gibbons. Our sanctuary has provided a safe haven for primates rescued from zoos, roadside attractions, private homes, and even research laboratories.

Without the generosity of our compassionate supporters, many of these gibbons would have faced a life of misery or even premature death. Instead, they now enjoy some of the best living conditions in captivity, with nutritious food, comfortable indoor enclosures, spacious outdoor spaces, enrichment activities, and plenty of loving care.

Each year, International Primate Protection League (IPPL) participates in this global campaign to raise vital funds that directly support the rescued gibbons in our care.

Donations received this year will help IPPL continue to cover the costs of:

Nutritious food and specialized veterinary care

Habitat maintenance and enrichment activities

Rescue and advocacy efforts for primates in need

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Help our gibbons by making a donation today!

Thank You!

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Protecting Primates Since 1973

Shirley McGreal founded the International Primate Protection League in 1973, and soon after launched a gibbon sanctuary in 1977. Since then, the IPPL sanctuary has been home to dozens of gibbons. Many of our early gibbons were rescued from medical research facilities, but now our gibbons come from a variety of backgrounds.