DeKoven Center Board of Directors

A Board of Directors manages the affairs of DeKoven Center, a Wisconsin non-stock corporation and 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity. Committees manage areas of DeKoven Center and may include non-board members. Current committees are Executive, Finance, Governance, Personnel, Property, and Program. Campus activity includes Retreat/Conference Center, St. John’s Chapel, DeKoven Grounds, Affordable Housing, Archives Center, and Athletic Complex.

DeKoven Center’s financial position is solid as reflected in a 2022 CPA audit. Revenue is diversified from a number of sources including event fees (retreats, conferences, weddings), property rental (housing, gym), grants, gifts, and bequests. Segregated funds are established for specific purposes fulfilling donor restrictions. IRS Form 990 is available to the public on request from the Executive Director.

Officers (annual terms)

  • The Rev. Geoffrey Ward, President

  • Sophie Clay, Vice-President

  • Andrew Dodge, Treasurer

  • Matthew Payne, Secretary

Elected (term ending)

  • Nancy Kost (2027)

  • Tyler Kristopeit (2027)

  • John Leazer (2027)

  • Chester Todd (2026)

  • Marshall Cushman, M.D. (2025)

  • The Rev. Brian Hastings (2025)

  • Jill Heller (2027)

  • James Hill, Esq. (2027)

  • Steve Ketterhagen (2026)

Committees: Executive, Finance, Governance, Personnel, Property, Program

The DeKoven Center from the air

Episcopal & Anglican Affiliation

Rooted in a historic connection to the Episcopal Church with its Anglican heritage, DeKoven Center is affiliated with The Episcopal Church through an historic connection with the Episcopal Diocese of Milwaukee and Episcopal Diocese of Chicago. It’s broader connections include those who participate in events on campus and provide financial support, including lay persons, bishops, priests and deacons.