A learning management system, or LMS, is a software application that helps organizations manage and deliver various types of learning content, such as courses, workshops, and videos, to their employees, students, or customers

What is a Learning Management System?

 A learning management system, or LMS, is a software application that helps organizations manage and deliver various types of learning content, such as courses, workshops, and videos, to their employees, students, or customers

Our Top 4 best Learning Management System (LMS/LMO) for nonprofits

In our 10+ years of history working with nonprofits, we have found that a large majority could benefit from adopting an LMS either for supporting their internal training or as a product for their clients.  Here we provide our top 4 LMS that we've seen.


Moodle is a free and highly customizable open-source LMS that offers a wide range of features for course creation and management, collaboration and communication, and assessment and grading tools.

Google Classroom is a free LMS that integrates with other Google tools, allowing teachers to create and manage classes, distribute assignments, and communicate with students in a simple and easy-to-use platform.

Edmodo is a social learning platform with collaboration and communication tools, as well as features for creating and sharing educational content that is ideal for small nonprofits looking for a user-friendly LMS.

Canvas offers a suite of tools for course creation, delivery, and management, including features for assessments and grading, collaboration and communication, and analytics, making it a feature-rich LMS suitable for small nonprofits that want a variety of options.