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How to Run a $10K Auction with Zero Effort
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How to Run a $10K Auction with Zero Effort

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...

Million Dollar Nonprofit · Tom Kelly

May 4, 20255m 47s

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Show Notes

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.


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