Moran-Ventre Enhances Quality of Life for People with Developmental Disabilities

Moran-Ventre Enhances Quality of Life for People with Developmental Disabilities

Author: Bill Bartholomew October 9, 2025 Duration: 20:24
Send us Fan Mail Bill Bartholomew welcomes Dave Hanna Jerry Ventre and of The Moran-Ventre Charitable Foundation, which was established in 1986 by Gerald P. Ventre and the late John E. Moran Sr. Its mission has been focused on enhancing quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Recently, the foundation announced it is closing operations, and plans to transfer its remaining funds to the Rhode Island Foundation (a broader philanthropic foundation). Supp...

Every day, Bill Bartholomew sits down to make sense of the local landscape, turning the complex rhythms of Rhode Island into clear conversation. This isn't a distant national broadcast; it's a grounded, daily look at the news, politics, and commentary that directly shape life in the Ocean State. On Bartholomewtown, you'll hear interviews with the people driving local change, analysis of the decisions made at the State House, and frank discussions about community issues that often fly under the radar. The tone is engaged and curious, cutting through noise to find substance. By focusing intently on Rhode Island, this podcast reveals how broader political and social currents manifest right outside your door. It’s for anyone who wants to move beyond headlines and feel more connected to the immediate world around them. Tune in for a consistent, thoughtful take on what’s happening now, delivered with the familiarity and depth of a trusted local source.
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