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Episode 130: The Million-Dollar Question Nonprofits Must Answer
Episode 130

Episode 130: The Million-Dollar Question Nonprofits Must Answer

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...

Million Dollar Nonprofit · Tom Kelly

July 25, 20256m 25s

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Show Notes

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 don’t have a strategic plan (yet).


You’ll learn:


  • Why vagueness kills major gifts
  • How to get specific with your fundraising vision
  • The link between financial readiness and donor confidence
  • How to reverse-engineer your big goals into fundable steps


This episode will challenge you to think bigger—and get ready for your next major opportunity.


Stop dreaming. Start planning. Let’s go.



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