Adopt-a-Chimp is a fund-raising project for the Fauna Foundation, a privately run, government certified and non-profit organization committed to issues of animal welfare. Founded in 1997 by Gloria Grow and veterinarian Dr. Richard Allan, the Fauna Foundation is situated on 200 acres of lush farmland in Carignan, Quebec, on the south shore of Montreal, Canada. A stream-fed lake, trees and dense bush all add to the natural ecosystem that thrives on the property. Although the former biomedical research chimpanzees are the most famous residents of the Fauna Foundation, over 400 discarded farm and circus animals have also made it their home.

Through educational outreach and on-site visits, speaking engagements and partnerships with the Jane Goodall Institute and other environmental organizations, the Fauna Foundation seeks to foster a better understanding of animal welfare and to explore our ethical responsibility as humans for the well being of earth's creatures.