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 courtside tickets, a luxury villa in Maui, or a once-in-a-lifetime experience—and still get crickets if your copy reads like a Craigslist listing.

In this episode, Tom Kelly breaks down exactly why your auction descriptions are falling flat—and how AI can help you write emotional, exciting, and high-converting listings in minutes. This is not about adding fluff. It’s about tapping into The Experience, The Emotion, and The Urgency behind every item so your bidders can actually picture themselves there.

Tom walks you through his proven 3-step system—The Auction Copy Engine—to help you go from flat to fantastic:

1. Write with Feeling, Not Facts
2. Create a Template and Batch It Fast
3. Repurpose Descriptions for Social Media and Email

You’ll learn practical ChatGPT prompts you can use today, how to batch an entire auction catalog in under an hour, and why great item copy isn’t just filler—it’s a fundraising asset.

He also shares a real-life example of a nonprofit that rewrote 42 auction items using AI and saw a 43% increase in performance for the emotionally written items—raising over $17,000 in a single auction.

Plus, you’ll get:

• A sneak peek at Tom’s favorite repurposing prompt
• How to turn descriptions into teaser posts and headlines
• A free swipe file if you DM the word “AI”
• A preview of tomorrow’s episode: Fast Funnels—The 3-Page Website That Converts Donors While You Sleep

If you want more bids, higher engagement, and less stress—this is your episode. Whether you're running an auction on CharityAuctionsToday or another platform, the right words can mean the difference between “unsold” and “sold out.”

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 nudges them at just the right moment? In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, host Tom Kelly reveals how to set up an AI Bidding Assistant using simple tools like CharityAuctionsToday and ChatGPT—no coding or tech expertise required.

Whether you're running a silent auction, virtual fundraiser, or hybrid gala, this episode shows you how to automate personalized bidder outreach to boost engagement, drive repeat bids, and raise more money without the stress. Discover how to set up smart triggers, write compelling outbid alerts, and schedule mid-auction and final-hour reminders that keep donors coming back.

You’ll learn:

• What an AI Bidding Assistant is (and why it works)
• How to use triggers like outbid notifications, bid inactivity, and auction close countdowns
• ChatGPT prompts that help you write effective emails and texts in seconds
• Real-world examples from nonprofits that doubled bidder activity
• Three quick steps to launch your AI-powered auction strategy today

If you're ready to raise more money with less manual follow-up, this is your blueprint. Perfect for busy nonprofit teams, fundraising consultants, and anyone managing a charity auction.

Plus: DM “AI” to get Tom’s Nonprofit AI Growth Playbook, packed with prompts, templates, and automation tips to grow your revenue.

Don’t miss this powerful tool that helps you fundraise smarter—not harder.

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 minimal effort using smart systems, AI tools, and the powerful features inside CharityAuctionsToday.

Learn how to set up your auction in a day, recruit a promo squad, automate reminders, and maximize last-minute bids. You’ll also get exact ChatGPT prompts, social media scripts, and real-world examples from small teams that crushed their fundraising goals. If you want to raise big money without burning out, this is the episode for you.

BONUS: DM “AI” to get the full Auction Launch Playbook.

Think running a charity auction means chaos, clipboards, and constant emails? Think again. In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, host Tom Kelly shares the exact blueprint for hosting a $10,000+ online auction with minimal stress and zero overwhelm—even if you’re a small team. You’ll learn how to set up an auction in a day, use AI prompts to write irresistible item descriptions, automate bidder reminders, and create last-minute buzz that drives bids sky-high.

Tom breaks down a 4-step system using CharityAuctionsToday, the platform he recommends for stress-free, high-performing auctions. Discover how one client raised over $11,000 without paid ads, how to turn your board into a promo squad, and why automation is the secret to scaling your impact without burning out.

• Build your auction fast
• Recruit supporters to spread the word
• Automate outbid alerts and reminders
• Boost final-hour bidding frenzy with AI tools

Plus, get free prompts, templates, and tips you can use today—even if you’re just testing the waters.

Want the full Auction Launch Playbook with all the ChatGPT prompts and copy templates? DM “AI” to Tom and he’ll send it your way.

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Subscribe for tomorrow’s episode: The AI Bidding Assistant—How to Use Bots to Boost Auction Revenue

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 someone's laptop, all while juggling spreadsheets and trying not to sweat through your branded polo. Sound familiar?

What if it didn’t have to be that way?

In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, host Tom Kelly unveils the AI Auction Blueprint—a simple, step-by-step system to help you run smoother, more profitable charity auctions without burning out. Whether you’ve hosted dozens of events or are prepping for your first online auction, this episode is your roadmap to maximum bids with minimal stress.

You’ll learn:

• Why most nonprofit auctions are inefficient—and how to fix that with automation
• The exact tools and AI prompts Tom uses to write compelling item descriptions, drive bidder engagement, and send automated reminders
• How to schedule your entire auction communication flow from launch to close using platforms like ConvertKit or DonorBooks
• What mid-event strategies actually boost bids (hint: it’s not shouting on social media)
• How one organization raised $18,000 in a weekend with no in-person event or live auctioneer

Tom also shares his go-to ChatGPT prompts to create irresistible auction listings, outbid alerts, and social posts that generate real FOMO. Plus, he breaks down how CharityAuctionsToday—the platform behind over millions of funds raised—makes it easy to build your auction in under 10 minutes.

Want to stop running chaotic auctions and start running profitable ones? This episode gives you everything you need to create a stress-free system that works even when you're offline.

📩 DM “AI” to get Tom’s full Nonprofit AI Growth Playbook with prompts, checklists, and automation flows.

📘 Grab a copy of The Million Dollar Nonprofit on Amazon for the full blueprint.

🎧 And don’t forget to subscribe—because tomorrow’s episode shows you how to host a $10K auction with almost no staff.

Let’s build your AI-powered auction—and get your weekend back.

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 prompts that will help you write your next fundraising email in under 5 minutes—without overthinking, overwriting, or burning out.

Whether you’re sending an urgent campaign blast, re-engaging lapsed donors, or just want to celebrate a recent win, these prompts will help you write faster, more human emails that raise real money.

ChatGPT Prompt Highlight:

“Write a fundraising email that tells the story of a single mom named Jasmine who got back on her feet through our job training program. Make it personal, emotional, and end with a clear ask to donate.”

You’ll learn:

• The 5 email types every fundraiser needs
• What makes a story-driven appeal convert
• How one listener raised $5,000 in 3 days using Prompt #1
• Simple steps to build your own “Donor Emails, Fast” swipe file
• Why done is better than perfect

DM “AI” to get the Nonprofit AI Growth Playbook with all 5 prompts pre-formatted and ready to use.

Brought to you by DonorBooks and CharityAuctionsToday—smarter, faster fundraising software for nonprofits ready to scale.

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 donations like transactions—not the beginning of a relationship. In this episode of The Million Dollar Nonprofit, Tom Kelly breaks down how to build a donor experience that sparks emotion, builds trust, and keeps people giving again and again.

You’ll learn his 3-part “Donor Story Arc”—a proven framework that turned one nonprofit’s email series into a loyalty engine, increasing second gifts by 41% and monthly upgrades by 25%. Best part? They used ChatGPT and wrote it all in a day.

If you’re ready to transform one-time givers into lifelong supporters, this episode is your roadmap. Packed with prompts, real-world examples, and instant takeaways you can implement today.

📩 Want the prompts and templates? DM “AI” and I’ll send you the Nonprofit AI Growth Playbook.

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’s just invisible—and probably unintentional.

Every post, email, and donation form is part of a journey. In this episode, Tom Kelly breaks down how to build a simple, ethical, high-converting donor journey using his 4-part Donor Flow Framework: Awareness, Engagement, Action, Advocacy.

You’ll learn how to map your funnel, use AI tools like ChatGPT to create content fast, and automate follow-ups with platforms like ConvertKit or DonorBooks.

Plus, hear a real-life case study of a small nonprofit that raised $12K from brand-new donors—without ads. Whether you're just getting started or want to improve what’s already in place, this episode gives you practical steps and prompts to turn casual followers into committed supporters.