The author wanted to donate $20 to the Portage County Animal Protection League (APL) because their dream is for all animals to have warm homes with food, love and attention, and to prevent abuse. Donations to APLs can help provide supplies and medical care for dogs and cats in shelters. Unrestricted donations of $25 can fund 5 dog heartworm tests, while $1000 can allow an APL to spay or neuter 25 shelter animals.