Adoptions
When you adopt an orangutan, you not only make their journey back to the wild possible – you become an integral part of that journey and are included in achievements, milestones, and adventures!
A big part of the BOS Foundation’s adoption program is that all of our funds go to one on-the-ground organization that facilitates the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of orangutans.
Adoptions go further
Over 350 orphaned or rescued reside at our Rehabilitation Centre
Orphaned orangutans can take up to ten years to be taught the skills they need to survive in the wild
On the way to Jungle School
Three orangutans are on their way to a day’s life saving education. Infant orangutans require learning jungle skills in order to survive in the wild which can take around 8-9 years.
Meet our orangutans
Baimah
youngest
Meet Baimah! This young female orangutan is sweet and independent, and always eager to…
Jeni
friend to all
Meet Jeni! This tiny orangutan has proven time and again she has a huge heart and…
Kopral & Friends
unreleasable hero
Meet Kopral! This amazing orangutan is an inspiration after a truly horrific start to his…
Monyo
Meet Monyo! He is learning more and more confidence every day after being rescued at…
Your Adoption Impact
Food
Our centres provide an average of 22 types of fruits and vegetables. Orangutans take an average of 10 years to rehabilitate, your support can help feed them plenty of essential fruits.
Education
Orphaned orangutans are cared for by surrogate mothers who teach them the skills they need to survive in the rainforest, including using twigs to forage for food and traversing the treetops.
Healthcare
Your monthly gift will ensure we can maintain the lifesaving care we provide, contributing to vet checks and healthcare, as well as regular vitamins and enrichment activities.
More about your FREE Welcome Pack below
Your FREE welcome pack and more
Adopt for yourself or as a unique gift today and receive:
Quarterly, personalized adoption updates and photos
Special offers for our upcoming events
A welcome pack introducing you to the adoption program
A free copy of next year’s BOS calendar, shipped near year-end *must adopt by Sept 15 of the same calendar year, some exclusions apply
Official annual calendar
Your FREE Welcome Pack
+ A personalised adoption certificate
+ A window sticker to show your support
+ A poster with info about your orangutan
+ A copy of Orangutan magazine
Add a Plushie
+ High quality plush orangutan eco-toy made of recycled materials
Add a Kids Activity Pack
+ Poster and activity sheet, great edutainment
+ Build your own paper orangutan character
+ Sticker sheet
* You can choose to opt out of your Welcome Pack and receive a personalised digital certificate only. This maximises your donation to orangutans.
Kids activity sheet
From the optional Kids Activity Pack
Adoption FAQ
How long will my adoption pack take to arrive?
If you made a payment using BACs (Bank-to-bank transfer) then there is a legal “cooling off period” between the payment being made and the payment being received. In that time, we will not receive the details of your adoption and, therefore, cannot fulfil your adoption pack needs. This can take up to 10 working days. If you would like to receive your adoption pack quicker, you can send us an email at hello@bos-uk.org with your details.
Typically, for deliveries within the UK your pack will be delivered within 3-5 working days but this can be up to 7 working days.
For deliveries to Europe, please allow up to 21 working days. Please note, deliveries outside the UK may be obligated to pay a customs duty charge which BOS UK do not control. We also offer a personalized, digital certificate for anybody who does not want to pay this fee.
If your adoption pack has not arrived within the maximum suggested timeframe, please contact us at hello@bos-uk.org and we will follow this up for you.
How long will my adoption pack take to arrive?
If you made a payment using ACH (Bank-to-bank transfer) then there is a legal “cooling off period” between the payment being made and the payment being received. In that time, we will not receive the details of your adoption and, therefore, cannot fulfil your adoption pack needs. This can take up to 10 working days. If you would like to receive your adoption pack quicker, you can send us an email at hello@bos-usa.org with your details.
Typically, for deliveries within the USA your pack will be delivered within 3-5 working days but this can be up to 7 working days.
For deliveries outside the USA, please allow up to 21 working days. Please note, deliveries outside the USA may be obligated to pay a brokerage fee which BOS USA do not control. We also offer a personalized, digital certificate for anybody who does not want to pay this fee.
If your adoption pack has not arrived within the maximum suggested timeframe, please contact us at hello@bos-usa.org and we will follow this up for you.
I began an adoption at an event, when can I expect my Welcome Pack and how do I make any changes to my adoption?
If you met one of the fundraising teams at an event then we usually wait until the first payment has been processed before dispatching the Welcome Pack. If you need to make any changes to your adoption or payments then please contact us at hello@bos-usa.org and we can assist you.
I began an adoption at an event, when can I expect my Welcome Pack and how do I make any changes to my adoption?
If you met one of the fundraising teams at an event then we usually wait until the first payment has been processed before dispatching the Welcome Pack. If you need to make any changes to your adoption or payments then please contact us at hello@bos-uk.org and we can assist you.
I have a recurring plan, how can I amend payment details, pause or cancel this?
If you adopted or started a recurring donation after January 2021 and before June 2024 then you can login to your personal Donorbox account to make any changes here: https://donorbox.org/user_session/new.
If you adopted or started a recurring donation after June 2024 then you can login to your personal Raisely account to make any changes. You can access this through a link in your monthly donation receipt email.
Having issues with updating your adoption information, have multiple recurring donations or adopted before January 2021? Please get in touch and we can assist by emailing us at: hello@bos-uk.org.
We understand that life and financial circumstances change so if you send us an email we will do everything we can to still keep you connected to your adopted orangutan.
I have a recurring plan, how can I amend payment details, pause or cancel this?
If you adopted or started a recurring donation after January 2021 and before June 2024 then you can login to your personal Donorbox account to make any changes here: https://donorbox.org/user_session/new.
If you adopted or started a recurring donation after June 2024 then you can login to your personal Raisely account to make any changes. You can access this through a link in your monthly donation receipt email.
Having issues with updating your adoption information, have multiple recurring donations or adopted before January 2021? Please get in touch and we can assist by emailing us at: hello@bos-usa.org.
We understand that life and financial circumstances change so if you send us an email we will do everything we can to still keep you connected to your adopted orangutan.
Can I gift an orangutan adoption to someone else?
Why should I choose BOS UK over other charities?
With our adoption program, you can feel connected to a specific orangutan, following their rehabilitation progress and hopeful release. Your money is going directly towards helping the orangutans in our care and our specific rehabilitation facilities (or Sanctuary Care for Kopral and friends) like Samboja Lestari or Nyaru Menteng.
Why should I choose BOS USA over other charities?
With our adoption program, you can feel connected to a specific orangutan, following their rehabilitation progress and hopeful release. Your money is going directly towards helping the orangutans in our care and our specific rehabilitation facilities (or Sanctuary Care for Kopral and friends) like Samboja Lestari or Nyaru Menteng.
Am I eligible for a free BOS calendar?
If you adopt an orangutan then you are eligible for a free calendar. One free calendar is offered per adoption and this includes gifted adoptions. We will give you the option of receiving a digital offer if you prefer.
Please note that you must adopt before 15th September of the same calendar year to receive this. Any lapsed, cancelled or paused adoptions after 15th September will not be eligible to receive a free calendar.