Central City Toyota to Partner With Enterprise Center, Contribute 2,000 Meals

Central City Toyota is proud to be recognized as one of the 2019 winners of the Family-Owned Business Award. This award is given out by the Philadelphia Inquirer to companies which have displayed impressive business success and accomplishments over the past year, as well as community and civic engagement. Central City Toyota’s Story There are two dealerships that comprise the Central City Toyota company: Central City Toyota and Ardmore Toyota. Central City Toyota has been with Toyota since 1969, and 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of bringing Toyota to West Philadelphia. Over this time period, Central City Toyota and now Ardmore Toyota have contributed to the local community in many very meaningful ways. We employ many local residents, helping the local economy overall. We have also been a part of several philanthropic efforts in the Philadelphia community, including Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House and the Enterprise Center. Every three years, Ardmore Toyota and Central City Toyota donate two Toyota Sienna minivans to the Ronald McDonald House. The tradition started in 1985 when owner Max Paul and his wife Sandi decided to donate Toyota minivans to the Ronald McDonald House so families could be transported to and from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Following the donations, volunteers are trained by technology experts on how to use the vans and the new and evolving technologies in the Siennas. How Central City Toyota Values Its Employees and Community At Central City Toyota, we face challenges by following the Japanese concept of “Kaizen,” meaning “continuous improvement.” We’re always looking to improve for our employees, our customers, and our neighbors in the community. Most importantly, Central City Toyota looks to build long-lasting relationships with our customers. Our proudest moment comes when a customer tells us that they’re a third or fourth generation family member who purchased or serviced their vehicle at one of our dealerships. Central City Toyota will be officially honored with the Family-Owned Business Award at a luncheon on May 16, 2019. Be on the lookout for our profile in the Philadelphia Inquirer’s Sunday edition in late May. You can also visit or contact Central City Toyota here.

On June 4, 2018, the Huntingdon Valley Country Club hosted the 2018 Hit ‘em for the House Golf Outing, presented by Ron Krancer and family. As one of the sponsors for the event, Central City Toyota helped raise $150,000 for the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House (PRMH), which provides comfort and support to families of seriously ill children. This year, Central City Toyota donated a Hole in One on four holes of Huntington Valley’s historic golf course. Also in attendance were Club House Sponsor, P. Agnes, and Golfer Gift Sponsors, Permalith Plastics, Crowley Chemical, and Rusmar Foam Technologies. The all-day event featured a competitive tournament on the prestigious course, currently ranked 78 on Golfweek Magazine’s Top 100 Classic Courses. Youngblood Group was the winning foursome of the tournament. The day also included lunch, an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, and silent and live auctions. One of the outing’s highlights was the Helicopter Ball Drop, which was sponsored by Martin’s Famous Potato Rolls and Bread and won by Bobby Smith. You can relive all the exciting action of the Ball Drop below. Another high point was special guest, Tom Coyne. Besides being an avid golfer, Coyne is the author of A Gentleman’s Game, Paper Tiger: An Obsessed Golfer’s Quest to Play with the Pros, and A Course Called Ireland: A Long Walk in Search of a Country, a Pint, and the Next Tee, as well as an assistant professor of English at St. Joseph’s University. About PRMH Established in 1974, the PRMH is the first of the Ronald McDonald House Charities. At their two Houses, PRMH provides services to keep families of seriously ill children together. The Houses are located near Philadelphia’s local hospitals, offering peace of mind for parents and a welcoming place for families to stay while their children receive treatment. About Central City Toyota For nearly 50 years, Central City Toyota has served the Philadelphia community as a premier dealer of Toyota vehicles. Central City Toyota community involvement is how we make a difference in the community we’ve been proud to call home since 1969. To learn more about the contributions we’ve made to local organizations, call us today at (888) 379-1155.