By Wynne Minkes | Project coordinator
THE SLOTH COURIER 1 - APRIL 2015
Four weeks ago our Challenge campaign 'Sanctuary helps Suriname's sloths back to jungle' came to an end. With success! Thanks to you we have reached the threshold to become a permanent member of Global Giving. We want you to know how happy we are with this achievement!
The funds have again brought us closer to building the rehabilitation center for sloths and anteaters victimized by urban sprawl. And it will also serve as an education/training center. We are currently adjusting our building plans so that we can start building as soon as possible!
A permanent place on Global Giving also enables us to reach a worldwide audience and, very welcome for us, it allows USA citizens to make a tax-deductible donation.
Since our Challenge started on 16 March GHFS has received 15 animals, or an average of two animals per week. Twelve of them have been brought to a save forest by now, among them a lesser anteater that had been clubbed on the head, despite having a baby on her back. Her story featured on our Facebook page.
Among this week's rescues are two young three-toed sloths. One was found crossing a road in a resident area. She was weak and very skinny but is eating well and adjusting to her new situation. We will keep her in the rehabilitation center until she indicates the desire to explore her environment.
We will keep you informed here, and on our Facebook page and website!
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