KoNote
KoNote: A configurable, self-hosted system for tracking participants, programs, and outcomes. Ranked #10 of 29 in Nonprofit Program Management Software by our editors (8.3/10); pricing: Free plan; best for nonprofits wanting open-source participant management.
At a glance
- Editor score8.3 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forNonprofits wanting open-source participant management
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Outcome trackingYes
- Founded2013 · Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Participant records, outcomes, surveys, portals, attendance, and reporting in one system
- Configurable fields, terminology, workflows, templates, and access roles
- Self-hosted deployment with audit trails and encrypted participant records
Where it doesn't
- No mobile access is provided
- Self-hosted deployment requires organizational infrastructure management
- Organizations seeking vendor-hosted software may need an alternative
Our verdict on KoNote
KoNote is an open-source, self-hosted participant outcome management system from LogicalOutcomes for nonprofit agencies and frontline teams. It brings participant records, program enrollment, goals, metrics, progress notes, surveys, portals, group services, messaging, calendars, reporting, and audit logging into one environment. Organizations can also configure terminology, fields, templates, workflows, and access roles to match their programs. It is particularly suited to teams that want control over deployment and participant data while maintaining structured outcome records.
The platform covers the core workflow from enrollment through reporting. Role-based access control supports program administration, while encrypted records and audit trails address accountability around participant information and progress notes. Outcome goals, metrics, templates, and progress tracking support structured measurement. Surveys include scoring, conditional sections, and shareable links, and the participant portal supports goals, journals, messaging, and surveys. Dashboards, progress charts, CSV exports, and PDF reports give teams several ways to review and share program information.
KoNote fits organizations that can run software on their own infrastructure and want broad configuration rather than a narrowly defined workflow. Its web, Linux, and self-hosted coverage connects with Twilio, SMTP, Outlook, Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, and Azure AD, supporting communications, scheduling, reminders, and access management. The published product details also include a free open-source deployment model. The main trade-off is operational: self-hosting places deployment and infrastructure responsibilities on the organization, and there is no mobile access. Teams seeking mobile workflows or a vendor-hosted service should consider another option; nonprofits prioritizing control, customization, and participant outcome tracking are the stronger fit.
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KoNote pricing
KoNote fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Outcome tracking | Yes |
| Participant portal | Yes |
| Forms and surveys | Yes |
| Reporting dashboards | Yes |
| Mobile access | None |
| Participant limit | Not verified |
| Deployment | Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, Linux |
| Compliance & security | GDPR |
| Support | Docs, Community |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 6 integrations: Twilio, SMTP, Outlook, Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Azure AD |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | github.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
KoNote integrations
KoNote lists 6 integrations on its own site.
- Twilio
- SMTP
- Outlook
- Google Calendar
- Apple Calendar
- Azure AD
Alternatives to KoNote
- MELRA broad MEL platform for organizations managing complex programmes, portfolios and evaluations.9.4
- ActivityInfoA flexible program data platform with deep collection, reporting, and deployment options.9.2
- More Good TogetherA broad web-based workspace for managing nonprofit programs, people, workflows, and outcomes.9.0
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