Jerry Walker is the co-founder and CEO of the non-profit organization, Team Walker. In 1996, The Jersey City native returned from a successful basketball career to give back to his community and make a difference in the lives of youth.
Team Walker provides academic and athletic afterschool and summer programs for over 500 boys and girls from the ages of 3 to 18 through structured STEM learning, safe recreational activities and access to positive role models. Jerry’s motto is to give youth a first chance to be great that way they’ll need fewer second chances.
In 2014, Jerry’s dream of building a state of the art community center was realized. The Team Walker Learning Center has allowed him to expand programming to the entire Hudson County community. Whether he is providing a free Farmers Market for families or providing free G.E.D or ESL classes at the Learning Center, Jerry believes in making a difference in the lives of others.
Jerry has served on several local organizations including the Jersey City Job Search Assistance Program and as a board member to his Alma Mater, St. Anthony High school. He is a graduate of Seton Hall University in South Orange, New Jersey (Essex County) where he is a Life Skills Coach and also serves as a Supervisor for the Jersey City Department of Recreation.
Jerry currently serves on the Hudson County Commissioners Board as Vice-Chairman, and Chairman of the Family Services Committee. He is a liaison on the Hudson County Planning Board and representative to New Jersey Athletic Conference. He also serves on the following committees: Economic Development and Housing, Environmental and Human Services, Contract Review, Public Safety and Purchasing.
Jerry is married to ShaRhonda and together they have a son, Chace and two daughters Rochelle and Shannon.
We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.