Launching My Nonprofit Consulting Practice + New Fire Island Podcast
Life updates: Nonprofit Ignition launch, creative independence, and podcast partnership opportunities
I've been building toward something for a while now, and I'm finally ready to share what that looks like.
For years, I've been developing skills across different areas - web design, brand messaging, grant writing, podcasting, and community organizing. From designing websites for drag queens to helping advocacy organizations tell their stories more effectively, what seemed like separate skills have started connecting into something bigger.
Now I'm launching two projects that bring all of this together: a consulting practice focused on nonprofit growth, and a Fire Island podcast that amplifies voices of queer and trans people of color. Both feel like the natural culmination of everything I've been working toward.
As a freelancer, work isn't guaranteed, so I need the help of my friends and followers to get the word out about these projects.
My Fire Island Podcast
I was recently accepted into BRIC's Podcast Intensive, a competitive four-month program for Brooklyn residents that helps creators produce high-quality, story-driven shows. I'm using this opportunity to create the Fire Island podcast that's been taking shape in my mind.
For as long as I've been doing Fire Island equity and social justice work, I've been trying to figure out how to amplify voices beyond my own in ways that are resonant and have real impact. This project combines my advocacy work, storytelling experience with Fag Rag Magazine, and my dedication to creating platforms for voices that deserve a wider audience.
The podcast centers conversations about what joy looks like for queer and trans people of color on Fire Island. It's about celebration as much as it is about access and equity.
Some of you may remember that many years ago, I had a podcast called Sex Werrrk! It was about, you guessed it, sex work. My process then consisted of trying to record, edit, and publish content on a weekly basis. I loved creating it, but burned out after five episodes because my schedule couldn't accommodate that approach. This time, the intensive is giving me the structure, mentorship, and accountability to do this right. I'm pre-recording everything and building it properly.
In September, I'll be debuting the trailer at BRIC's listening party, and you'll all be invited to attend! The full podcast launch announcement will follow shortly after.
Here’s a demo of the pilot episode’s introduction. It’s not perfect! But it will be pretty close by the time it airs.
Would you believe me if I told you that I recorded that outside near a loud intersection in Downtown Brooklyn? My recording and editing skills are getting good!
Support the Podcast
I'm looking for founding supporters who want to connect with a thoughtful, engaged, and deeply queer audience while supporting meaningful storytelling.
🧑🏾💻 Executive Producer Credit – $500 in July
Perfect for individuals, creatives, or brands who want to be visibly aligned with the mission of this show.
Your name (or your brand's) will be read at the end of every episode
Price increases to $650 in August, and $800 after August 31.
🎙️ Exclusive Season Sponsorship – $2,500 in July
Only one of these is available!
Your brand will receive:
A 1-minute pre-roll, 1-minute mid-roll, and 1-minute post-roll ad in every episode (12 episodes total)
This is an opportunity for story-driven ad content that listeners will remember
Cross-promotion to a combined audience of 10k+ across social media and email, including engaged communities of QTPOC in NYC and Fag Rag Magazine's readership
Price increases to $3,000 in August and $3,500 after August 31. Early supporters lock in the best rate.
Know anyone who would be well-suited for this sponsorship opportunity? Forward them this email!
My New Consulting Practice
I'm launching Nonprofit Ignition, my consulting practice focused on helping organizations that are trying to change the world do it more effectively. I offer three main services:
Web Design (Starting at $12k) - I create websites that actually get results. Think of it like designing a digital headquarters that tells your story, engages supporters, and drives people to take action.
Brand Messaging (Starting at $3k) - I help organizations determine how to effectively communicate their work in ways that resonate with their audience. This means crafting messages that are clear, compelling, and authentic to their identity.
Grant Writing (Starting at $5k) - I research over one hundred funding opportunities and deliver the twenty that the organization has the strongest chance of winning. From there, they can apply in-house or work with me to write the applications.
My first project before niching down was designing a website for RuPaul's Drag Race winner Monét X Change. My recent clients include Gays Against Guns and the NYC Queer March. This work has shown me how to help mission-driven organizations connect with broader audiences.
Do you know of a nonprofit that could benefit from any of these services? I'd love for you to let me know who they are or help make a connection.
This isn't just about launching new projects. It's about building independent creative work that lets me show up fully, whether that's helping nonprofits grow their impact or amplifying voices on Fire Island. As a freelancer, I'm counting on my community to help spread the word about what I'm building.
If any of this resonates with you, let's build it together.
—Tomik