Gary Barbera Recognized for Community Contributions

Philadelphia, PA, October 04, 2008 --(PR.com)-- Gary Barbera and his dealerships, Gary Barbera #1 Chryslerland and Gary Barbera Chevyland, have been at the forefront of the industry’s contributions to the Philadelphia area. With over 20 years of charitable endeavors, Gary Barbera has demonstrated time and again their love of the community and commitment to be the best corporate citizen. This devotion is based in the values and principles of their organization: to help and serve their customers beyond the purchase of a vehicle.

Both as a private and corporate citizen, Gary Barbera has worked selflessly for children through support of the Autism Society of America, Northern Home for Children, St. Vincent’s Home for Children and the Principal for a Day Program. In addition, Gary Barbera has served on the board and supported the West Philadelphia High School Automotive Program. They are also proud to have recently completed the record-setting Gary Barbera’s 24th Annual Archbishop Ryan Golf Outing whose monies, which included a personal donation of $20,000, go towards scholarships for needy youth.

Gary Barbera has been recognized by the Susquehanna Community Festival Board of Directors as a Corporate and Community Champion and was named PhillySport Magazine’s 2007 Dealer of the Year. He has also been recognized by the City of Philadelphia and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for work in the community and integrity in business.

This year’s Chevrolet Showcase has merged Gary Barbera’s corporate and community interests providing much-needed revitalization of the block on Route 1 between Robbins and Levick Streets where the newest dealership resides. Taking General Motor’s national Go Green, Save Greeen environmental program to task, the Gary Barbera cleaned and renewed the entire area, paving the way for a cleaner Philadelphia.

Gary Barbera was also an active participant in raising and donating monies to the family of slain Philadelphia Sergeant Stephen Liczbinski.

Gary Barbera will strive to set the bar of corporate citizenship by helping the Philadelphia area through their commitment to community responsibility.

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