Philadelphia, PA -- (ReleaseWire) -- 12/20/2019 --A night of festive fun takes place at the Strawberry Mansion Police Athletic League with lead by Strawberry Mansion's own Jerome Conquest, his Conqueror friends and team player Gary Barbera and His BarberaCares Program. Toys for Boys and Girls (and Coats) will be given out to the children who attend the annual PAL party celebrating the Officers, Staff, and Strawberry Mansion children.

The Strawberry Mansion PAL is part of PAL's Adopt-a-Center Program and is adopted by Geico. It is located inside LP Hill School 3133 Ridge Ave #2, Philadelphia, PA 19121 and was three years in the making currently led by Police Officer Ricardo Hanton. This center is a vital community organization offering Athletics such as Flag Football, Tennis, and Basketball as well as Educational programs including 24 Math Challenge, Chess Program, and Boys to Men Mentoring.
https://phillypal.org/centers/strawberry-mansion-pal/

Jerome Conquest who has teamed up with Gary Barbera for many partnerships for the Strawberry Mansion community is Professional Lightweight Boxer alum of Strawberry Mansion.

He dedicates his time to the Strawberry Mansion Community to continue to lift the community. Gary Barbera agrees with Jerome that the Strawberry Mansion Community is an underserved area of the city. BarberaCares had recently shared their Annual Gary Barbera Coats for Kids Tour, their Annual Gobble until you Wobble Turkey Giveaway donating over 250 turkeys to the Strawberry Mansion Community and again with the Annual Holiday Party.

Learn More about Barbera Brands
https://www.garybarberacares.org
https://www.barberabear.com
https://www.barberasautoland.com

About Gary Barbera's on the Boulevard and his BarberaCares Programs
Gary Barbera's on the Boulevard proudly celebrates their 30th anniversary since swinging open the doors showcasing Dodge, Ram, Chrysler, Jeep and CPOV vehicles collaborating with it's own Philadelphia's Credit Connection- On-Site Instant Auto Credit. Over 1000 Vehicles including 300 Jeeps Cheap at one location. Barbera's on the Boulevard is recognized by FCA as Philadelphia's #1 volume dealer in both new and pre-owned vehicles for decades. Getting their start as a Dodge dealer has propelled them to be the #1 Dodge Dealer in 6 states, PA, NJ, DE, MD, VA, and WV since the start while receiving Chrysler's highest accolade J D Power certification.

The Barbera Culture, rooted in the belief that Business Comes Where it is Invited and Stays where it is Well Treated. The Barbera organization hires hospitality and trains talent instilling within every single employee the philosophy of guest hospitality, consistent service, and gratefulness for the client's most precious gift of their valuable time. Their proudest moments are when they are welcoming back families who have purchased 9-10 cars and who send their friends and family. The biggest compliment is the wonderful thoughtful gift of a referral of family and friends.

The Barbera family credits their parents with instilling the Barbera Culture of Hospitality, Family Values and Work Ethic. Their mother Rita Barbera known to all as "Lovely Rita" was kind, socially conscience, and valued family and hardwork. Their father, Eugene Barbera planted the automotive seed through his business, Palm Auto, a carwash, gas station, auto repair and body shop center located in Fishtown before it bloomed into the sprawling area it is today. The Barbera family would work for their father as children inspired by their father's work ethic and client satisfaction standards. Their dad said, "Hard work never hurt anyone but Aggravation sure will kill you."

Honored to be recognized with the prestigious Family Owned Business award for dual accolades; Gary Barbera's on the Boulevard for positively impacting their communities economically and BarberaCares for Community Service Excellence. On the heels of this crowning achievement Gary Barbera's on the Boulevard is recognized alongside industry icons 6ABC, QVC, and Comcast NBCUniversal for Corporate Philanthropy as the region's most charitable givers.

BarberaCares principles of Support, Enhance, and Inspire lead the way in community service including broadcasting their Don't Text and Drive Campaign- Keep the Boulevard Safe message to everyone, especially the young. Proud to be the inaugural partner of Governor Edward G. Rendell's Adopt-A-Highway state wide clean up initiative from the ground up, 1000's of Turkey and Winter Coat hand deliveries to underserved sections of the city such as Strawberry Mansion, massively leading the way in Solar Recycling Cans around the city. Support of Philadelphia's finest including P.A.L, honoring Veterans for their service and sacrifice. Of course 1000's of individuals, children, families, youth groups, churches and synagogues have been added to the list of those being assisted by BarberaCares over the 3 decades.

Their Philly famous mascot – the Barbera Bear can be seen lending a paw and entertaining during parades and community clean-ups. Gary Barbera's on the Boulevard is also known for where the Stars buy their Cars! It all began with Jim McMahon and Doug Pederson as a young Quarterback in the 90's with many, many stars in between and after. Now it's Coach Doug Pederson and he's been driving Barbera for decades! Now it's your turn. I would be remiss if I didn't ask you.... Is Barbera the Best... Boy I Guess!