The aim of this paper is to compare the diversity of lifelong learning in public administration and non-profit sector and determine whether after 2009 there have been financial changes in the field of lifelong education of economically active population in selected institutions. Introduction presents a theoretical definition of lifelong learning specifics and the comparison of lifelong learning in public administration and non-profit sector according to different thematic classifications where their differences are significant. It concerns a general view of lifelong learning in comparative areas, its significance, differences in legislation, reasons of motivation and, on the contrary, barriers. Practical part of the paper focuses on a sector quantitative and qualitative research carried out within a wider field survey. Conclusion of the paper demonstrates by the method of comparison differences in the need for education within public administration institutions and non-profit organizations.