Fredrick Jones, MS, management-human resources, Bishop Malooly announced April 7 the appointment of Frederick “Fritz” Jones as executive director of Catholic Charities Inc. of the Diocese of Wilmington. Jones has served in management jobs at Catholic Charities for 43 years, most recently as director of program operations. He has been serving as interim executive director since March 4. “I am very pleased to appoint Fritz Jones to this important position,” said Bishop Malooly. “For decades, Fritz has been a leader in our efforts to serve the people of God, especially families and individuals in need. He is committed to our mission to provide critical social services to the people of Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore.” Jones earned a bachelor’s degree from Wilmington University and a master’s of science in human resource management from Widener University in Chester, Pa.

During his time at Catholic Charities, he has managed all Catholic Charities programs for the diocese. His accomplishments include the reorganization of the behavioral health program resulting in increased productivity, and the integration of the residential maternity home into a Catholic Charities program adding services to new mothers. Jones has served the community in many ways including as a member of the Counsel of United Way Executives Designee for Catholic Charities, the Wilmington Planning Commission, and the City of Wilmington Economic Development Committee. Other community groups include the Clarence Fraim Boys and Girls Club, Rockwood Museum, and as an adjunct instructor at Delaware Technical and Community College.

Fredrick Jones graduated with the class of 1992 and with a master's in Human Resource Management. After earning his master's education, Jones went on to serve his community through his exceptional work at Catholic Charities. 

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