About Us

Our Staff, Our Board of Directors & Our Supporters

Who makes the work of Olmsted Manor possible?

From the kitchen to the gardens, the Olmsted experience is enhanced by the many hands that work behind the scenes.  Our staff, the board, visitors and supporters all contribute to Olmsted's mission:

 " . . .a retreat center providing renewal within a sacred space

and an atmosphere of Christian hospitality."

The Olmsted staff is headed up by Jody Larson, Executive Director, and includes those who work in the kitchen, the cleaning crew, the facilities management, summer workers, and the office staff. 

When you call Olmsted, you will most likely be talking with Anne Troutman, our hospitality representative.

The newest addition to the Olmsted Office Staff is Faith DuFour.  Faith manages Olmsted's Finances.

The Olmsted Board of Directors is a 22 member board.  Meeting as a full board four times a year, and more often in committees, these people help steer the programs, brainstorm new directions, and seek to grow, enhance and preserve the mission of Olmsted Manor.  The members serve four year terms and work on various committees in their areas of interest and expertise including: Finance, Programming, Property, Personnel and Marketing.  Members of the current Board of Directors of Olmsted Manor are: Donna Atwell, Mike Baker, Tom Burkett (Chair), Thomas Chacko, Burl Davis, Pam Gardner,  Aaron Kerr, Eric Leonard, Louwana Mock, George Porter, Joan Reasinger, Sarah Roncolato, Sharon Schwab, Thomas Strandburg (Kane District Superintendent), David Streets, Brenda Thompson, Steven Tuell, Jim Willats, Sue Wilson, and Doug Zaffino (Ludlow Representative).

Olmsted has been blessed with a history of people who have taken a strong and heartfelt interest in the work of Olmsted Manor Retreat Center.  Volunteers have helped in many different areas of service.  The spirit of 'giving back' reflects the history of this place.  Recently Olmsted has co-chartered a boy scout troop, continuing an interest begun in the days of George Olmsted.

For Current Employment Opportunities: Employment

Would you like to see some photos of recent events here at Olmsted Manor?  Photos

Our director, Jody Z. Larson, shares his thoughts in his article for the Olmsted newsletter:  Impressions

Feel free to contact members of our staff via e-mail:

 

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As a non-profit organization Olmsted relies on our many donors and we appreciate every gift given to support our mission.  The list of people who support Olmsted Manor is long and varied.  Many who donate during our yearly "Friends of Olmsted" campaign.  We also accept memorial contributions and gifts given in honor of a special person or program.  Donation categories include: Benefactors ($1,000+), Sponsors ($500+), Patrons ($100), Sustainers ($50) and Donors (under$50).

If you would like to support Olmsted Manor send your gift to:

"Friends of Olmsted"

Olmsted Manor Retreat Center

PO Box 8

Ludlow, PA 16333