2026 SESSION
ENROLLED
SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 256
Commending Kerrie Wilson.
Agreed to by the Senate, March 10, 2026
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 12, 2026
WHEREAS, Kerrie Wilson, chief executive officer of Cornerstones, a nonprofit organization in Reston dedicated to promoting self-sufficiency by offering individuals and families in need food, shelter, affordable housing, quality childcare, and other human services, retires in 2026; and
WHEREAS, Kerrie Wilson began her career at the American Cancer Society, where her focus was on cancer prevention in medically underserved neighborhoods, and she rose to become national vice president for government relations with the organization; and
WHEREAS, Kerrie Wilson joined Cornerstones, formerly known as Reston Interfaith, in 2001; over her 25 years of leadership, Cornerstones, with support from its companion limited liability corporation, Cornerstones Housing Corporation, has grown into one of the preeminent nonprofit organizations in Northern Virginia, offering affordable housing and human services to neighbors in need by serving almost 26,000 households annually; and
WHEREAS, under Kerrie Wilson's leadership, Cornerstones has expanded through innovative partnerships, impactful programs, and effective advocacy to amplify the voices of those most in need, including through the development of the FREE from Hunger Center in Sterling, a 10,000-square-foot food warehouse that facilitates food collection, rescue, and distribution operations in Fairfax and Loudoun counties; and
WHEREAS, Kerrie Wilson has been instrumental in rallying faith congregations, low-income residents, elected officials, and community leaders across Fairfax and Loudoun counties to invest their voices and support for collective advocacy in action, particularly by addressing emerging needs around affordable housing and food security and by providing resources to enable children and families to thrive; and