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Million Dollar Nonprofit

Welcome to The Million Dollar Nonprofit — the daily podcast for small-but-mighty teams ready to scale their impact without burning out. Hosted by nonprofit growth strategist Tom Kelly, each episode delivers no-fluff strategies to raise more, automate smarter, and finally understand what’s working (and what’s not). Learn how to use AI tools, sharp messaging, and efficient systems to turn clicks into donations, casual supporters into loyal advocates, and your scrappy org into a million-dollar

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Episode 136: Is Your Fundraising Urgency Burning...

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2025/08/03

You’ve seen those guilt-trip emails: “If you don’t give now, someone suffers.” Yikes. That kind of pressure may get one donation—but it kills trust.In today’s episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly breaks down a better way: ethical urgency. Learn the Three C’s Framework—Clarity of Timing, Consequences of Delay, and Community in Motion—to move donors to action without manipulation.You’ll walk away with:✅ A messaging formula that feels good (and actually works)✅ AI prompts to build your

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Episode 135: How to Turn Donors Into Builders (and...

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2025/08/01

Don’t Beg, Build: How Empowered Donors Give More—and Keep GivingThere’s a lie baked into nonprofit culture: “We’re just asking for help.” But today, we’re flipping that script. Because you’re not begging—you’re building. And when donors feel like builders, not wallets, they don’t just give... they stay.In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly unpacks the Builder Mindset Framework—a simple, powerful shift in how you talk to donors. You’ll learn how to create messaging that affirms

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Episode 134: How to Collect Nonprofit Impact Stories...

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2025/07/31

Automate Your Nonprofit’s Impact Stories—No Interviews, No StressLet’s face it: collecting testimonials can be a mess. You forget to ask, they forget to reply, and when the story finally comes in? It’s a three-sentence scramble with no punctuation. But what if collecting powerful donor-ready stories was automatic?In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly shows you how to capture, clean, and publish real impact stories—without interviews, awkward asks, or email chasing. You’ll learn

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Episode 133: 3 Tools That Practically Write Your...

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2025/07/29

Let’s be honest—most nonprofit annual reports take forever to finish… and barely get read. They’re bloated, over-edited, and exhausting. But what if your next report practically wrote itself? In today’s episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, we’re flipping the script.You’ll learn how to create a clear, beautiful, and impactful annual report—in a single afternoon—using just three AI-powered tools:✔ ChatGPT for the writing✔ Beautiful.ai or Canva for the design✔ Smart prompts to make it all feel

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Episode 132: The AI-Powered Blueprint for Your...

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2025/07/28

Year-end appeals shouldn’t feel like a last-minute scramble. Yet every December, it’s the same story—rushed emails, last-ditch asks, and crossed fingers. What if this year felt different?In today’s episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, we’re ditching the chaos and building your year-end appeal in one sitting—with AI. You’ll get the exact prompts, templates, and structure to create a compelling story, map your 4-week campaign, and write every email, post, and text—fast.Here’s what we’re

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Episode 131: Write a Nonprofit Pitch That Actually Works

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2025/07/27

“Wait, what do you do again?” If you've ever heard that question after explaining your nonprofit… you're not alone. Most nonprofit elevator pitches are either too vague, too long, or packed with insider jargon.In today’s episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, we’re fixing that—with the help of AI. In less than 30 minutes, you’ll walk away with a clear, compelling pitch you can actually use:✔ A 1-liner that makes people get it✔ A short paragraph for emails and grant intros✔ A 90-second story that

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Episode 130: The Million-Dollar Question Nonprofits...

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2025/07/25

You’re at a gala. A major donor leans in and says:"If I gave you a million dollars right now, what would you do with it?"Would you hesitate? Or are you ready with a clear, confident answer?In this episode of Million Dollar Nonprofit, we’re tackling the powerful question every nonprofit should be prepared to answer:What would you do with a million dollars—today?We’ll unpack why clarity around your financial needs builds donor trust, how to align your goals with actual costs, and what to say when you

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Episode 129: How to Craft a Powerful Nonprofit Origin...

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2025/07/24

Imagine meeting a potential donor, funder, or partner—and they ask, “So, what does your nonprofit do?”You have one minute to make them care.In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, host Tom Kelly walks you through the exact steps to craft a powerful origin story that connects emotionally, builds credibility, and invites action—in 60 seconds or less. Whether you're writing a donor email, prepping a social media video, applying for a grant, or making a quick pitch at a networking event, this

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Episode 128: The 3-Part Storytelling Formula That...

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2025/07/23

Be honest—when was the last time you told a story that actually moved someone to give? Not just smile. Not just nod. But pull out their wallet. Click the link. Say yes.Because in nonprofit fundraising, it’s not enough to “tell a story.” You have to tell the right story. In the right way. At the right time. And that’s exactly what we’re unpacking today.Welcome to The Million Dollar Nonprofit. I’m Tom Kelly, and this is the daily show that helps you raise more, scale faster, and finally feel confident

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Episode 127: How to Tell Donor Stories That Inspire...

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2025/07/22

You already know stories are powerful—but are your stories doing more than just inspiring your donors? In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, we walk you through the exact 3-part storytelling formula that doesn’t just make donors feel something—it makes them act.Host Tom Kelly breaks down how to tell stories that begin with a face, not a fact… that focus on emotional clarity over organizational complexity… and that end with an invitation donors can’t ignore. Using the ABC

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Episode 126: How to Craft Fundraising Campaigns That...

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2025/07/21

If your last fundraising campaign didn’t hit the mark, the problem probably wasn’t your mission, your audience, or even your budget—it was your hook. The truth is, most campaigns fall flat not because they lack heart, but because they never capture attention in the first place.In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly shows you how to craft a high-converting hook using AI—and why it should be the first thing you build, not the last. You’ll learn how to turn simple emotional ideas

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The Power of Your Founder’s Story: Turning Personal...

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2025/07/21

Most nonprofits are sitting on a goldmine—and they don’t even realize it. It’s not a new campaign, a major gift, or a secret donor list. It’s your founder’s story.In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly shares why your founder’s journey might be your most powerful untapped fundraising asset—and how to use it. You’ll learn how to uncover the emotional core of your story, how to structure it using the “WHY, HOW, NOW” framework, and how to use it across emails, social media, grant

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Episode 124: How to Make One Donor Video That Raises...

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2025/07/19

What if one video could raise $10,000 for your cause?Not for clicks. Not for visibility. But for real, measurable donations.In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly walks you through a clear and actionable strategy to create one powerful donor video—even if you have no editing skills, no video team, and only your phone.You’ll learn:How to pick the right story that moves donors to giveThe storytelling formula that creates emotional connection and urgencyAI prompts that help you

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Episode 123 How Small Nonprofits Can Use TikTok and...

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2025/07/18

Think TikTok is just for teenagers and viral dances? Think again. In today’s episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, host Tom Kelly breaks down The Nonprofit TikTok Playbook — Powered by AI and Automation. You’ll learn how to turn raw, real, 30-second videos into a high-impact donor engine — no full-time social team, no flashy filters, no stress required.We’ll walk through exactly how to use AI to write powerful short scripts, film authentic clips on your phone, and use free tools like CapCut and

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Episode 122: How Nonprofits Can Use YouTube to Build...

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2025/07/17

YouTube isn’t just for influencers and viral cat videos—it’s one of the most powerful tools your nonprofit is probably overlooking. In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, host Tom Kelly walks you through exactly how to turn YouTube into a lead-generation, donor-nurturing, visibility-growing engine for your organization. You’ll learn how to set up your channel for success, use AI tools like ChatGPT and Pictory to create videos without a full production team, and build trust with new

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Episode 121: What to Say On Camera: AI Video Scripts...

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2025/07/16

Ever hit record and instantly forget what to say? Or filmed a “quick” donor video… only to redo it seventeen times? You’re not alone—and you don’t need to be perfect on camera. You just need a plan.In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, host Tom Kelly breaks down how to use one powerful ChatGPT prompt to script emotional, effective nonprofit videos in minutes. Whether you’re filming an appeal, a thank-you message, or a board update, Tom shows you how to:Nail your message with AI-written

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Episode 120: From Blank Page to Podcast Calendar: The...

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2025/07/15

Planning a nonprofit podcast doesn’t have to take weeks—or even hours. In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly hands you a single ChatGPT prompt that can generate a month’s worth of emotionally engaging, mission-driven podcast episode ideas in under five minutes.Whether you’re stuck staring at a blank screen or tired of Googling “good nonprofit podcast topics,” this episode gives you the shortcut. You’ll learn how to:Craft episode titles that attract donors and build trustGenerate

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Episode 119: The AI Podcast Funnel: Turn Listeners...

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2025/07/14

Your podcast is more than just content—it's trust. And trust is what drives donations.In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, we’re building a system that turns every podcast episode into a fundraising funnel that works while you sleep. Whether you're brand new to podcasting or 100 episodes deep, this framework will help you connect your stories to action—and your listeners to your mission.Tom Kelly walks you through five clear steps to transform your show into an evergreen donor engine:•

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Episode 118: From Zero to Designed: AI Tools for...

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2025/07/11

Most nonprofit teams aren’t short on heart—they’re short on time, design skills, and the budget for a creative team. But what if you could create gorgeous, on-brand flyers, donation pages, pitch decks, and social graphics in minutes… using tools you already have (plus a little help from AI)? That’s exactly what today’s episode is all about.In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, host Tom Kelly walks you through a simple, repeatable system for building high-impact fundraising materials

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Episode 117: Train Your AI Like a Teammate: How to...

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2025/07/10

Let’s be real: most AI content sounds... off. It’s cold, stiff, and often feels like it was churned out by a machine that’s never told a heartfelt story in its life. And for nonprofits—where trust, emotion, and clarity are everything—that kind of tone just doesn’t cut it.But what if AI could actually sound like you? What if it could write emails, social posts, and donor updates that feel like you wrote them—warm, human, and true to your mission? That’s not a pipe dream. It’s a system you can build

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