The 2025 Subaru Love Promise Community Commitment Award
We are honored to be nationally recognized by Subaru of America, Inc. for our dedication to our community, and the Subaru Love Promise.
The 2025 Subaru Love Promise Community Commitment Award recognizes elite Subaru retailer who provide an exceptional customer experience at every interaction with Subaru. These retailers have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to supporting passions and causes in their local communities in important areas such as environment, community, health, education, and pets.
Here at Subaru, we love our community as much as we love our vehicles and are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of all of our customers and neighbors.
What is the Subaru Love Promise?
Subaru and our retailers believe in making the world a better place and the Subaru Love Promise is our vision of respecting all people. This is our commitment to show love and respect to our customers and to work to make a positive impact in the world.
How is Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia dedicated locally to the Love Promise?
We are committed as a team to help and support the community that welcomes us into their heart and soul.
PAWS
Tree Tender Society
Multi-Cultural Academy Charter School
Philadelphia VA Medical Center
PENN MEDICINE
Love Promise Stories from Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia
Subaru and Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia believe in making a positive impact on the communities in which we live and work. We uphold that belief through our Love Promise Community Commitment. Every month, we select inspiring stories from customers and partners from around our area who strive to support our collective commitment and feature them here
Ciocca Subaru joins the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society delivers hope and blankets at Penn Medicine. - Danny S
On Tuesday, July 8th, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society joined Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia and the incredible nursing staff at Penn Medicine to visit cancer patients and deliver messages of hope and encouragement along with blankets and activity kit care packages. Led by Penn Medicine nursing staff, Ciocca & LLS were able to distribute dozens of care packages and greeted each patient. Many patients said it was such a bright spot in their day, which was incredibly powerful. On behalf of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Eastern Pennsylvania & Delaware Region, we are so grateful for this partnership with Ciocca and Penn Medicine. Thank you for all of the work that you do to support our mission to cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life of all patients and their families.
Ciocca Subaru of South Philadelphia Partners with the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center - Emma D
Ciocca Subaru of South Philadelphia and the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center (SKCCC) are entering their third year of partnership through the Subaru Share the Love Initiative. A trusted partner and advocate for wellness in the South Philadelphia community, each year Ciocca Subaru has donated a percentage of sales between the months of November and January to SKCCC. Their generosity funds not only the SKCCC Innovation Fund supporting pioneering pilot research projects to discover the cures of tomorrow, and save lives today, but also vital community outreach, education, and engagement. This important collaboration embodies the spirit of Subaru’s Share the Love Initiative as Ciocca Subaru partners with SKCCC and Jefferson in their mission to improve lives. In addition, the dealership has helped to create an essential continuum of collaboration and engagement within the community. They continue to champion community outreach, education, and wellness advocacy, promote cancer awareness, and host events featuring information on detecting, treating and managing cancers. Through holding head and neck cancer screenings and lung cancer awareness events, they are helping Jefferson to advance health equity as they continue their ongoing work to eliminate cancer disparities and eradicate cancer’s devastating impact for underserved communities. As a part of Subaru’s Share the Love initiative and via this collaboration with SKCCC, Ciocca Subaru of South Philadelphia is helping to provide the catalyst needed to redefine the future of cancer care.
Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia Teams Up to Support Local Community - Karen D
Imagine going without a coat, shoes, or even socks. For millions of children and adults experiencing homelessness and other urgent need situations across the country, even here in Philadelphia, this is a harsh reality. Helping others strengthens communities, which is why Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia is partnering with Operation Warm®, a national nonprofit focused on connecting children with the resources they need to thrive. Through this partnership and other Subaru Loves to Help® efforts, Subaru and retailers like Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia have helped nearly 900,000 children and adults in urgent need. On 02/05/2025, Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia donated 120 shoes/socks to Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County. These essential items not only help keep children protected, warm, and dry, it can have a significant impact on a child's mental and emotional well-being.
He knows my Tulips - Maxine W
Noe I wont bore all you people that aren’t in “THE BIZZ” as we like to say. Ill just sat i spent most of my life in the rare flower business. Now I insisted that my new Subaru will be delivered to my home address as I haven’t been frequency stores as much since the Covid scares.. Ciocca Subaru agreed and I was tickled pink to learn that my new Forester was on its way. Not long after it arrived in my driveway., the sales person happen to notice my award-winning Jerusalem tulip in the entryway of my house. And to my surprise, not only what did he immediately know what kind of flower it was, but he realized it was sick (and this was true) It was not nearly as bold in color as has been in other years and I was at a loss, trying to figure out how to restore it health and usual unbelievable color.. well this sales person finished everything he was doing with me and a new car and everything is wonderful. He returned hour later in his personal car with the solution that he mixed at home., he sprinkled some over the flower on the spot and another mixture to sprinkle 12 hours later….and POW you should see the unbelievable color in my baby now! I told him the least I can do was share this wonderful thoughtful story with as many people as I could . Buy your cars from Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia people!!!! They do amazing things!
The Mayor of Audenried Comes to Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia - Chris V
During the 2022-2023 school year, the partnership between the Young Professionals of READY… SET… WORK!!!!! at Universal Audenried Charter High School and Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia cranked into high gear!!!! In the spring of 2023, the Young Professionals went over to work with Mr. Curtis, the custodian at Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia to water the 3 trees in Stinger Square Park Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia donated. Although Mr. Curtis enjoyed working with all of the Young Professionals, you could see that he took a certain “shine” to one of them, Nascir, “The Mayor of Audenried”. During one of the weekly trips, after the trees were watered, Mr. Curtis even let Nascir sit in the front seat of one of the SUV’s in the 1st floor showroom!!!! Nascir had a great time until he started honking the horn multiple times and had to get out!!! LOL Nascir earned the nickname “The Mayor of Audenried” through years of positive interactions that brought joy to everyone he encountered!!! During his time at Audenried, anyone looking to enter the school, had to go through “The Mayor” first and their day was always better because of it!!!! Unfortunately, this past March, “The Mayor” passed away. It was a tremendous loss to READY… SET… WORK!!!!! and the entire Audenried community. As Mr. Ciocca’s son, Cole best said when learning of Nascir’s passing, “He was full of life!” READY… SET… WORK!!!!! and Universal Audenried Charter High School had an enormous impact on Nascir’s life. Nascir’s enthusiasm, love of music and dancing ability along with his kind-hearted nature brought joy to all those around him!!!! He loved cleaning and going to Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia to water the trees in Stinger Square Park every week!!! As his teacher, I am grateful that Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia gave me the opportunity to connect “The Mayor of Audenried” with Mr. Curtis and to provide Nascir an activity he looked forward to at the end of the week!!! This is another example of Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia’s commitment to the community and “Love” they show toward the community in the Grays Ferry section of Philadelphia. RIP Nascir “The Mayor of Audenried” You are and will be missed
Weekly Watering of Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia’s Trees in Stinger Square Park - Chris V
Once the weather started getting warmer in the spring of 2023, the Young Professionals of READY… SET… WORK!!!!! at Universal Audenried Charter High School in the Grays Ferry section of Philadelphia, enjoyed going over to Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia every Friday afternoon. Their purpose was to connect with Mr. Curtis, the custodian at Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia to water the 3 trees that Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia planted in Stinger Square Park. Mr. Curtis provided the buckets for every Young Professional to use. He was great in getting everyone involved and giving them turns helping to fill up the water barrel. Mr. Curtis was also very helpful in ensuring that the Young Professionals crossed the street safely. The Young Professionals loved working with Mr. Curtis!!!!! The young trees got a weekly dose of much needed water to be able to strengthen their roots. To this day, all 3 trees are still growing and are strong enough to stand on their own without support!!!! Again, the Young Professionals got to experience first-hand Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia’s dedication and “Love” for the community!!!! More importantly, Stinger Square Park got 3 new trees!!!!
Helping the Coat Drive at Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia - Chris V
Back in November 2022, the Young Professionals of READY… SET… WORK!!!!! at Universal Audenried Charter High School in the Grays Ferry section of Philadelphia set out to return to Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia after their successful initial visit and tour during the previous school year. to help the staff organize the boxes of coats by size for their Annual Coat Drive. This trip put the Young Professionals to help the staff of Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia help organize the boxes by size for their Annual Coat Drive. The two different teams worked together seamlessly to get the job done!!! A good time was had by all. Most importantly, all the hard work went to the great cause of helping people in the community stay warm during those cold winter months!!!! In the end, the Young Professionals got a first-hand glimpse of how Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia shows their “Love” toward the community!!!!
The Start of a Beautiful Partnership - Chris V
Coming back to school off of the pandemic during the 2020-2021 provided many new challenges from wearing masks all day to social distancing to safely returning and spending time in the community. I work at Universal Audenried Charter High School in the Grays Ferry section of Philadelphia. During the 2019-2020 school year, I created and implemented a job-readiness transition 12+ program called READY… SET… WORK!!!!! for 18-22 year old neuro-diverse learners. After being in school for the first couple of months, the Young Professionals and I were finally allowed to go back into the community. One of the 1st places we went was Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia which is only walking distance from our school. The General Manager at the time, Eric Nardovich, could not have been nicer and more accommodating to our large group. He took us on a tour of the entire place ending in the big Board Room on the 2nd floor!!! Mr. Nardovich spoke to the Young Professionals about the different jobs that were available at Ciocca along with the qualities that he looks for in his employees. After giving out some literature about Ciocca, he answered all the questions from the Young Professionals. All in all, it was a great 45 minute tour and presentation to kick off a beautiful partnership between Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia and READY… SET… WORK!!!!! That day, we all certainly felt the “Love” from Ciocca and how they love to be part of the community!!!!!
Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia loves the Earth, and I love them for it! - Christine H
It was my promise to your new manager Ryan that I would find a way to share this unbeleiv. able story anyway I could. Thats what brings me here today. Ryan is new to your area but he is a tried and true All-Star where I am from. Im sure you see the same charm and drive we fell in love with when my husband and I bought our first Subaru off him when he brought his store in the jersey shore up to heights no one in our area could beleive. THeres a company that had some succesful stores on a strip near our home. We coulkdnt beleive one day we were passing by and it seemed like overnight a rrinky dink store was being torn down and Subaru Palace (As we lovingly call it!) was being put up in its place. Anyway my husband Steve and I had to know what their secret was. We learned soon enough that a bright young executive was giving outstanding customer service and some of the best deals around. We bought the first of many cars off Ryan that day. We attend his new owners clinics (honestly whenever we can!). They are son fun. Its nice to see his talents being appreciated all over and we are proud to say we would travel to work with him, and i couldnt see working with anyone else. Thei big story worth sharing is that the last time I spoke with him I happened to mention a tradgety we suffered at the family home in Farmingdale, NJ. We grew up on a beautiul 3 acre spread that had recently caught fire and all the trees on the property had burned to the ground. Ijokingly told Ryan the land was now about as bald as his knuckle head! LOL. Well I guess tghat's all he needed to hear. When my husband and I arrived to pick up our new outback he had the us loaded with enough trees to plant. If you could have seen my parents faces when i showed up back home ready to give the home a fresh start and makeover. Tears all around. And cheers to you Ryan. I have never seen such an act of human kindness and thoughtfulness in any industry! Customer for life. May your new home bring you twice the happiness you brought ours hat day. We lost pop two weeks after the last tree went in the ground, but not before he had the chance to tell me, "that car dealer you met Ryan is something else. Be sure to show you appreciation." I hope we made you proud pop....
Ciocca Subaru shares the love with Septa Drivers - Frank C
Tuesday March 18, 2025 marks a day to remember, and also a place. The 33rd st. stop in Grays Ferry marks home base for the crew at Ciocca Subaru of Philadelphia, but GM Ryan joined his faithful Chris, Stephanie, and Vickey out at the bus stop with goody bags loaded with snacks and hugs, handshakes, and high fives loaded with thanks and appreciation for Septa drivers, bow and forever. I distinctly hear Ryan say “our house is your house!” Judging by the looks of this friendly bunch, Septa employees in general shouldn't doubt the hospitality. The feeling on Tuesday is a commitment to “completely satusfied” customer service and the best deals around on new and pre-owned vehicle for Septa drivers. It certainly put a smile on our faces and made us feel lived and appreciated. ❤️
