You had the perfect donor meeting — great questions, real interest, even a smile during your impact story. Then? Crickets. No reply. No donation. Just silence. In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly shares 7 donor follow-up prompts that saved a $25,000 gift — and how you can use them word-for-word.

You’ll learn how to build a simple, automated 10-day follow-up sequence using ChatGPT and platforms like ConvertKit or DonorBooks. From the immediate recap email to a text bump and final check-in, these prompts are warm, thoughtful, and proven to work.

If you’re ready to lead like a million-dollar nonprofit without burning out, hit play—and don’t forget click the link below for the full AI toolkit.

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Whether you're a solo founder or leading a growing development team, this episode gives you the exact system to stay top of mind — without being pushy. Don’t lose your next major gift to silence. Follow up like a pro.

Most nonprofits treat every donor the same — but major gifts come from meaningful, intentional relationships, not generic thank-yous. In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly walks you through the Donor Love Ladder, a five-step journey that turns one-time donors into lifelong partners — all without adding manual work to your plate.

You’ll learn how to use ChatGPT and automation tools like ConvertKit, DonorBooks, and Zapier to create a seamless, heartfelt donor journey — from first gift to major gift. We’re talking real examples, real prompts, and real results (including how one $50 donor became a $5,000 donor in less than a year).

By the end of this episode, you’ll know:

• How to automate love-driven donor touchpoints
• The exact prompts to nurture donors at every step
• How to spot and approach potential major givers
• The full tech stack to make it all run on autopilot

Want the full Donor Love Ladder Toolkit? DM Tom the word “AI” and he’ll send it your way.

Subscribe now — because tomorrow’s episode drops 7 Follow-Up Prompts that Saved a $25K Gift.

Volunteers are your secret weapon—but managing them can feel like a full-time job.

In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, host Tom Kelly breaks down how to save hours every week by automating the most time-consuming parts of volunteer management. From onboarding to reminders to appreciation, you’ll learn how to build a seamless volunteer experience that runs on autopilot.

You’ll walk away with:

• A 3-step automation flow you can set up today
• ChatGPT prompts to generate onboarding emails, reminder texts, and thank-you notes
• Tools like ConvertKit, Calendly, and GoHighLevel to put it all together
• Real examples and bonus prompts that boost volunteer retention

Whether you have 5 volunteers or 500, these systems scale with you—so you can stay focused on impact, not inbox chaos.

Want the Volunteer Automation Toolkit with all the prompts and templates? DM Tom the word “AI” on Instagram. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a daily shortcut.

You didn’t start a nonprofit to be your own admin assistant.

You started it to make a difference. But now you're buried in emails, Zoom links, donor thank-yous, and spreadsheet chaos.

In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, host Tom Kelly shows you how to eliminate 90% of your busywork using systems, automation, and AI—so you can stop spinning your wheels and get back to work that actually moves your mission forward.

You’ll learn:

• How to spot $10/hour tasks stealing your time from $1,000/hour impact work
• How to build your own “Auto-Me”—an automation system that acts like a second you
• The exact ChatGPT prompts, tools, and workflows that save nonprofit leaders 10+ hours a week

This is your blueprint to stop managing chaos and start leading with clarity.

Let’s dive in.

Running a nonprofit can feel like juggling fire while riding a unicycle—blindfolded. One minute you're solving problems, the next you’re buried in emails, grant deadlines, and donor questions. And somehow, you’re still expected to lead.

In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, host Tom Kelly shares a practical 3-step framework to help you go from chaos to clarity—without needing a big team or MBA.

You’ll learn how to:

1. Build your Operating Rhythm – Map out your weekly priorities, roles, and check-ins with a single tool.
2. Standardize Core Processes – Use ChatGPT to turn your repeated tasks into clear, plug-and-play SOPs.
3. Centralize Your Dashboard – Track your most important metrics on one screen (no more 17-tab spreadsheets).

Tom also shares exact prompts to use with AI so you can create structure fast—and even tells the story of one small team that slashed burnout and finally got ahead on year-end fundraising.

If you’re tired of flying blind and ready to lead with intention, this episode is your step-by-step guide.

If you’re ready to lead like a million-dollar nonprofit without burning out, hit play—and don’t forget click the link below for the full AI toolkit.

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Let’s be honest—your board wants more updates, but you’re already drowning in them. You’re juggling donor reports, grant deadlines, team check-ins… and now they want metrics, wins, and a roadmap too? The good news: you don’t need more meetings—you need a smarter system.

In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, host Tom Kelly introduces a powerful, time-saving solution: the AI-powered board briefing. You’ll learn how to use ChatGPT to automatically generate monthly board updates in your own voice—updates that are clear, concise, and actually get read. Then, he walks you through how to automate the whole thing using your CRM or email platform so your board feels connected, informed, and energized—without you having to lift a finger each month.

Inside, you’ll get Tom’s exact prompts, a proven five-part structure for your briefings, and tips for turning your update into a 2-minute video. Whether you’re a team of ten or flying solo with a volunteer named Carol, this system gives you the consistency and clarity your board craves—plus the breathing room you need.

Want better board alignment, more confidence from your leadership, and maybe even a $50,000 matching grant like one of Tom’s clients? It all starts with one smart email.

If you’re ready to lead like a million-dollar nonprofit without burning out, hit play—and don’t forget click the link below for the full toolkit.

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Could AI Replace Your Fundraising Consultant?

In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly explores a big question: Are there parts of your fundraising consultant's work that AI could do better, faster, and cheaper?

You’ll get a side-by-side look at what consultants typically provide—like writing cases for support, crafting donor emails, and leading strategy sessions—and how AI tools like ChatGPT are stepping into that space. Tom shares his “Consultant vs. GPT” framework, real nonprofit examples, and actionable prompts you can try today.

Whether you’re working with a great consultant or wondering if there’s a smarter way to handle routine fundraising tasks, this episode will help you rethink where to invest your time and money.

Your inbox is overflowing with donor questions—and it’s 10:47 PM. Sound familiar? Whether they’re asking about receipts, event times, or monthly donations, every unanswered message is a potential missed gift.

But here’s the good news: You don’t need to burn out your team—or hire anyone new. You need a smart AI chatbot. In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly walks you through how to build a “Helpful Human Bot” that actually sounds like your team, supports your donors 24/7, and boosts conversions—without adding to your workload.

You’ll get the best tools (like Tidio and Intercom), a simple framework to train your bot using ChatGPT, real-world results from a health nonprofit that saw a 19% donation bump, and plug-and-play chatbot prompts to get started today.

Plus, you’ll hear how to avoid the biggest chatbot mistake nonprofits make, and how to position yours for maximum impact. Want the full setup guide and ChatGPT scripts? DM “AI” and we’ll send you the Nonprofit AI Growth Playbook.