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Ape Initiative is a federally recognized nonprofit research center dedicated to the study and conservation of bonobos, the endangered great apes most closely related to humans. Its work centers on science, education, and outreach, offering bonobo welfare, behavioral monitoring, enrichment, and STEM education programs to inspire the next generation. Located on 230 acres in Des Moines, Iowa, it provides extensive facilities, educational resources, and partnerships to foster scientific literacy and environmental stewardship, and invites donations to support its mission.
AI named Ape Initiative in November 2025.