Jerry Wilkinson, Finance/RD Committees

Jerry Wilkinson is founder and Chairman of The Wilkinson Companies, a privately- held real estate investment and management firm. Since 1984, Wilkinson has directed the operations and growth of the Wilkinson Companies and its subsidiaries. Wilkinson served as 2012 Chairman of the National Apartment Association (NAA). He has previously served as President of the Georgia Apartment Association (GAA) and the Atlanta Apartment Association (AAA). He is a member of the NAA and GAA Hall of Fame. He received a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Duke University, an MBA in Finance from the Wharton School and has done post graduate work at Harvard. He is the recipient of the 2023 Philanthropist of the Year for the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Greater Atlanta Chapter. He has served on several Boards including the Duke University School of Engineering BOV, Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, LaGrange College, Apartment Life Inc., and the Atlanta Community Food Bank. He has taught Bible Study for over 30 years and has served as Chairman of Deacons for Dunwoody Baptist Church.  Jerry has made 13 mission trips around the world including India, South Korea, South America, China, and the Soviet Union. He and his wife, Beverly, have three daughters and eight grandchildren, and split their time between Atlanta, Georgia and Amelia Island, Florida.  

In Jerry’s words…

My priorities and passion align closely with the mission of the Boys & Girls Club of Nassau County Foundation. I believe that children who are nurtured and supported can achieve meaningful success and thrive. Through its philanthropic efforts, the Foundation continues to engage the community in advancing these important goals.