We all know summertime in Louisiana is hotter than hot, and staying cool is a must. When the heat is on, and the sweat is flowing, there’s no other treat that soothes the summertime soul quite like a snowball! It doesn’t matter if it’s spelled snowball, sno-ball or even the super Louisiana spelling of sneaux-ball, there are lots of great …
One statement we continually hear after talking to new members is, “I didn’t think that y’all did that!” We started to dig into why we heard that so much, and the answer was clear—there are way too many myths about credit unions out there! We searched for the most popular misconceptions about credit unions, and what we found surprised us. …
Growing up, I always dreamed of exploring the world and going on wild adventures—I love the excitement of seeing new things and meeting new people! As an adult I have the same desires, but I realize I need to budget and save money to achieve those dreams. I understand how hard it can be to vacation when you don’t have …
Our Team Pelican Scholarship Award Program is in its 11th year, and the students that apply continue to showcase their ever-growing skillsets, determination and dedication to Pelican’s values. Since 2008, we’ve awarded scholarships to deserving high school seniors across the state. Pelican has given out over $50,000 in scholarships since we’ve started! We had 62 students apply this year—our highest …
Each year, we reflect on everything we’ve accomplished for our members, and we look forward to how we can continue to serve each and every one of our members and branch communities. 2017 was a phenomenal year for growth and service, and we wanted to share some highlights: Supporting Our Members Our members’ best interests are at the heart of …
It’s no secret that we love food here at Pelican. We’ve talked about the best fried chicken spots, best pizza in Louisiana, best po’boys, extreme food challenges—you name it, and we’ve either done it or have it on our ever-growing list of subjects to talk about! One of our favorite foods here is jambalaya. Beyond being a Southern staple, it’s …
