Million Dollar Nonprofit
Episodes
Why AI Will Revolutionize Your Grant Writing
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tell me if this sounds familiar: You finally sit down to write that big grant proposal. The budget’s solid. The programs are strong. But the words? ...
3 Ways AI Can Instantly Upgrade Your Nonprofit Graphics
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Be honest—how many times have you stared at a blank Canva template, endlessly dragging a logo around, testing out three fonts, and still thinking, “...
How to Build an AI-Powered Lead Magnet for Your Nonprofit
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If someone visits your website, scrolls your social, or opens your email—do they see something they actually want? Not just a “donate now” butto...
The 3-Page Nonprofit Website That Actually Gets Donations
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does your nonprofit website inspire action—or confuse visitors? In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly introduces the Fast Funne...
Why Most Auction Descriptions Suck—And How AI Fixes Them Instantly
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s be real: most auction items don’t get ignored because they’re boring. They get ignored because the descriptions suck. You can have courtsi...
The AI Bidding Assistant: How to Use Bots to Boost Auction Revenue
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine this: your online charity auction is live, bids are rolling in—but some supporters are hesitating. What if you had an assistant that gently ...
The Zero-Stress Charity Auction Blueprint
05 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of chaotic, time-sucking charity auctions? In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly reveals how to run a $10,000+ auction with...
How to Run a $10K Auction with Zero Effort
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think running a charity auction means chaos, clipboards, and constant emails? Think again. In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, host Tom K...
The AI Auction Blueprint: How to Maximize Bids Without Losing Your Mind
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel like your nonprofit auction turns into a full-blown circus act? One minute you're fielding bidder questions, the next you're rebooting someo...
5 ChatGPT Prompts to Write Your Next Fundraising Email in 5 Minutes
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Blank screen. Blinking cursor. No idea what to say.Sound familiar?In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly shares 5 proven ChatGPT p...
Why Most Donor Journeys Fail (and How to Build One That Actually Works)
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your donor journey felt more like Disney than a dull tax receipt? Most nonprofits lose supporters in the first 48 hours because they treat don...
Why Your Nonprofit Needs a Sales Funnel
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s be real—“sales funnel” sounds like a corporate buzzword nonprofits should avoid. But here’s the truth: you already have a funnel. It’...
0 Budget, $100K Raised: How One Tiny Nonprofit Used AI to Win Big
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a myth in the nonprofit world: that you need a huge team, a massive budget, and expensive tech to raise real money. But today, I’m showing...
How to Build a Donor Journey They Can’t Resist
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your donor communications were as binge-worthy as a Netflix series?In today’s episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly breaks down...
Monthly Giving on Autopilot: How to Build Predictable Revenue Without the Stress
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your nonprofit could wake up to dozens of new donations every month—without launching a new campaign every five minutes?In this episode of T...
Stop Chasing Donors: Use AI to Attract High-Intent Givers
25 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your next donor didn’t come from a cold email, a social post, or a gala table—but from Google?In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonpro...
Why I Ditched Spreadsheets for DonorBooks and Never Looked Back
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does your CRM feel more like a burden than a solution? In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly goes deep on the donor CRM he actua...
3 Nonprofit CRMs That Actually Talk to Each Other (and Save You Hours)
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you juggling 14 tabs just to keep your nonprofit running? Email in one app. Donors in another. Events in a spreadsheet. Sound familiar? In this ep...
Beyond Mailchimp: Smarter Donor Emails for Nonprofits Using Instantly.ai and ConvertKit
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If your nonprofit is still using Mailchimp for donor emails—but you’re struggling with low engagement, no segmentation, and manual follow-up—you...
The 30-Minute Email Campaign That Raises Real Donations
21 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can you really plan, write, and automate a full email campaign in under 30 minutes?In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly walks yo...
The AI Welcome Sequence: Automate Donor Retention & Turn First-Time Gifts into Lifelong Support
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most nonprofits pour energy into getting that first donation—then ghost the donor right after. In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom ...
How We Used ChatGPT to Raise $50,000—No Gala Required
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Can ChatGPT actually help your nonprofit raise real money? In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly reveals the exact five AI prompt...
The Invisible Fundraiser: How AI Works Behind the Scenes While You Sleep
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI Was Raising Money While I SleptWhat if your most effective fundraiser never needed a desk, never burned out, and worked all night long? In this epi...
The Fastest Way to Fundraise: 1 Hour. Big Impact. Zero Burnout.
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could raise thousands of dollars in just one hour without the stress of months-long planning or your team burning out? It’s not too good...
How to Automate 80% of Your Nonprofit with AI
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling overwhelmed by endless to-dos? You’re not alone. Most nonprofit leaders juggle admin work, emails, events, and everything else under the sun...
Transforming Donor Retention with the Donor Experience Matrix
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your nonprofit could keep donors engaged year after year, regardless of your team’s capacity? Katie Mendez, founder of Built to Raise, joins...
Automated Fundraising Strategies Boost Nonprofit Donations with AI
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to leverage data and analytics to measure your organization's success, identify areas for improvement, and communicate your impact more effe...
How Storytelling Drives Nonprofit Success: Crafting Powerful Narratives
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I sat down with Mark Harvey. Mark shares his family's inspiring philanthropic journey through their Family Foundation. He reflects on...
How Nonprofits Can Boost Fundraising & Retain Donors Effectively
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Tom Kelly and Haley Cooper explore the keys to effective fundraising and donor retention. They discuss why many nonprofits rush fundr...
The Power of Data: Driving Growth in Nonprofits
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Kelly is joined by Josh Birkholz to discuss the evolving landscape of nonprofits, focusing on trends, data analysis, donor engagement, and the pow...
The Secret to Free Nonprofit Support: Partnering with Universities
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Million Dollar Nonprofit Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Elizabeth Searing, a nonprofit management professor, and Salman Bin Habib...
Why Your Nonprofit’s Emails Aren’t Working (And What to Do Instead!)
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We dive into the power of email fundraising with nonprofit email marketing expert Katelyn Baughan. Most nonprofits aren't sending enough emails—or w...
How to Leverage Digital Marketing to Drive Donations
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We explore how to leverage digital marketing to fuel the growth of your nonprofit. You’ll learn practical strategies for maximizing your online pres...
Why Understanding the Nonprofit Life Cycle is Key to Scaling Impact
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I sit down with Amy Varga, a seasoned professional with 30 years of experience and the President of The Varga Group, who has dedicated her career to h...
How to Create a Case for Support: Level Up Your Nonprofit Storytelling and Fundraising
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I sat down with Emily to explore the art and strategy behind crafting a compelling Case for Support—a powerful tool to formalize your nonprof...
Are You Grant-Ready? What Every Nonprofit Needs to Know Before Applying
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jessica , Founder & CEO @ One Degree Impact, shares expert insights on how to know if your nonprofit is truly ready to apply for ...
How to Attract Event Sponsors and Increase Nonprofit Revenue
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're diving into event sponsorships and their immense potential for nonprofit fundraising. Joining me is Mariah Monique, an expert i...
Why Nonprofit Sustainability Matters and How to Achieve It
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are uncovering how nonprofits can achieve long-term sustainability with insights from Wendie Veloz, a social impact expert with over 15 years...
Why Simplifying Your Message and Tailoring It to Donors Is More Important Than Ever
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are exploring the power of messaging and storytelling for nonprofit growth with Blake Benton, founder of Coming Together for a Cure. Learn how to c...
The Role of Boards in Nonprofit Fundraising: Insights You Can Use Today
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit Podcast, Tom Kelly is joined by Kerri Mollard, CEO of Mollard Consulting, LLC, to explore the often mi...
The Essential Guide to Nonprofit Email Campaigns for Donor Engagement
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Tom Kelly and email marketing expert Kristi Scott as they explore the ins and outs of email fundraising for nonprofits. Discover why email remain...
Unlock Nonprofit Success: 5 Creative Metrics to Boost Impact and Donor Trust!
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tom is joined by Sean Kosofsky, aka "The Nonprofit Fixer," to discuss the top five creative metrics nonprofits should track to measure organizational ...
Unlock Nonprofit Growth: Fundraising Strategies for Every Generation
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Kelly and nonprofit expert Allison Plattsmier share actionable nonprofit fundraising strategies tailored to different generations—from Baby Boom...
How Nonprofits Can Scale Donations with CRM: Ditch Spreadsheets for Smarter Donor Management
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We dive deep into how nonprofits can scale their fundraising efforts by transitioning from outdated spreadsheets to powerful CRM systems. Joined by fi...
The Secret to a Thriving Nonprofit: Assessing Your Board’s Performance
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Kelly dives deep into the critical topic of nonprofit board assessments with Gregory Nielsen, President and CEO of Nielsen Training and Consulting...
Crypto Philanthropy 101: Grow Your Nonprofit with Cryptocurrency Donations
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Million Dollar Nonprofit, we dive deep into the world of cryptocurrency donations with special guest Pat Duffy, co-founder of T...
Protect Your Nonprofit’s Future: TechSoup Tools and Cybersecurity Tips
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you growing your nonprofit and unsure how to tackle IT and cybersecurity challenges? In this episode of the Million Dollar Nonprofit Podcast, we t...
From Award to Impact: Grant Management Strategies for Nonprofits
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the often overlooked post-grant process, discussing crucial steps nonprofits should take after being awarded a grant. W...
Building Donor Relationships: The Key to Sustainable Nonprofit Success
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special 10-minute episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit Podcast, we explore one of the most crucial elements of sustainable fundraising—bu...
Mastering Email Marketing for Nonprofits: Boost Fundraising & Engagement
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We welcome John Walsh, a seasoned digital marketing professional, to discuss how email marketing can transform nonprofit fundraising. John explains wh...
Mastering Grant Writing: Strategies for Securing Nonprofit Funding
06 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to take your nonprofit to the next level with the right grant writing strategies? In this episode of Million Dollar Insights, host Tom Kel...
Mastering Donor Stewardship: How to Align Donor Goals with Your Nonprofit Mission
28 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Million Dollar Nonprofit Podcast, we're joined by Miranda Roberts, a seasoned fundraiser and relationship builder at Foundation...
Crafting a Winning Fundraising Strategy: A 5-Minute Guide | Million Dollar Insights
24 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Million Dollar Insights, a new segment with your host, Tom Kelly! In these quick, 10-minute solo episodes, we'll explore key strategies...
Navigating Small Nonprofits: Leadership, Strategy, and Scaling
21 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the unique challenges of managing small nonprofits with Conner Hampton, the Executive Director at a leading nonprofit in...
Donor Engagement Secrets: How to Build Lasting Relationships
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tom and Elton uncover the secrets to building authentic donor relationships that drive impact. He shares practical strategies for fostering genuine co...
Secrets to Successful Fundraising Galas with AJ Events (85 Million Raised in Her Career!)
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Million Dollar Nonprofit podcast, Tom Kelly sits down with AJ Williams, founder of AJ Events, to discuss the intricacies of pla...
Transforming Cancer Research: Innovative Nonprofit Funding and Strategic Partnerships.
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Million Dollar Nonprofit Podcast, we welcome Dr. Mona Jhaveri, a former National Cancer Institute researcher turned biotech en...
Navigating Leadership Challenges in Nonprofits
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Tom Kelly sits down with Cheryl Mason, CEO and Chief Catalyst of Catalyst Leadership Management. Cheryl shares her journey from being...
Empowering Nonprofits with Innovation and Purpose: FinTech Sandbox
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today. In this episode, we’re joined by Sarah Biller, co-founder of FinTech Sandbox, who shares her journey of establishing a nonprofit in the finan...
Innovative Nonprofit Management: A Guide to Success
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Million Nonprofit Podcast, we delve into the remarkable journey of Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG), a national nonprofit...
Building Leaders: The Power of Consistent Mentorship and Measurable Success
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the impactful work of Student Aces, an organization dedicated to athletics, community, and education to create champions...
Rescuing America's Heritage: The Skydog Sanctuary Story
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Clare is the Founder and President of Skydog Sanctuary and has been working with wild horses for over 10 years. Clare is a qualified EAGALA Equine Th...
Navigating Challenges and Celebrating Success in Nonprofit Leadership
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Erin Davison oversees the largest donor-and volunteer-supported mentoring network in the region. BBBS of SWLA makes meaningful, monitored matches bet...
Building Trust and Relationships: The Foundation of Project Hope's Success
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Harley Jones is a mission-driven professional with eighteen years of experience as a leader in the nonprofit and emergency response space. He speciali...
Creating a Vision for Change: Mind Movies' Impactful Mission
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dame Natalie Ledwell is a bestselling author, host of the podcast, Not Over, Just Different, co-host of the cable TV show WAKE UP, and founder of Mind...
Scaling Altruism: Strategies for Nonprofit Growth
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Summers is the Founder and CEO of Altruist Partners, a social impact advisory firm that accelerates growth and impact for nonprofits and missio...