Let’s talk about a serious subject in Louisiana: brunch. Especially in Baton Rouge, brunch is one of the most important meals of the day—if not THE most important, depending on who you ask. With brunch staples like the bloody mary, mimosas, shrimp and grits, and chicken and waffles, it’s no wonder our city loves this meal so much. Two Pelican …
Meet Our 2017 Team Pelican Scholarship Winners
Each year, we like to recognize rock star Team Pelican youth savings account members who are graduating high school. Our Team Pelican scholarship awards give high school graduates some extra help paying for college. Scholarships can go a long way and cover textbooks, tuition, meal plans or anything else students might need for their college career. This year, we doubled …
Day in the Life of a Pelican Branch Manager: J T Thomas
Are you or someone you know interested in a career in financial services and have a passion for team leadership? A career as a branch manager might be the right fit for you. We talked with Branch Manager J T Thomas to learn more about what a day in the life of a Pelican Branch Manager looks like. J T …
Teaching Children the Importance of Saving
It’s extremely important to get started on the path to financial success when you’re younger. That’s why we love visiting our local schools and teaching kids financial wellness—we know we’re making a positive impact on how they view their finances now and in the future. But what can you do to help teach your kids how to save and the …
Pelican’s Denham Springs Grand Re-Opening: Coming Back Stronger
The flood in August set back many residents and businesses in Louisiana, including Pelican and its team members. During the flood, the branch took on four feet of water, ruining most of the contents inside. Pelican’s team members jumped in to do everything they could to get each other and their community back on their feet. As soon as it …
Where to Get the Best Po’boys in Louisiana
Ask anyone in Louisiana, and they’ll agree that there are few things in life better than an excellent po’boy. To have a truly great po’boy, it’s got to have the “holy trinity” of po’boys—great bread, amazing toppings and dressed perfectly. In Louisiana, there are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to great po’boys. Some po’boys truly outdo …