Community Involvement
From charity events and local festivals to Financial Wellness Workshops and free kids bike races, we stay active in our branch communities across Louisiana. Find out what Pelican events are happening around your local branch that you and the whole family can enjoy.
United Way's Hit for Hope Golf Tournament - Alexandria
This is an annual charity golf tournament hosted by the United Way of Central Louisiana in partnership with the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe and Paragon Casino Resort. It is a major fundraiser aimed at supporting ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) programs that help working families in central Louisiana meet essential needs like childcare, housing, food, and healthcare. Team members from Pelican will be in attendance handing out food, snacks, and other information about our services.
Slidell Heritage Festival
The Slidell Heritage Festival will be celebrating its 28th year in 2026, and we hope to see you there! The festival is a great day of family fun held at Slidell’s Heritage Park. Vendors and food trucks will be offering great options for sale. Drinks will be available for purchase. The line-up will provide musical entertainment, followed by a fantastic fireworks display!
Louisiana Purchase Zoological Society Movie Night - Monroe
Pelican is proud to sponsor a series of family-friendly movie nights in partnership with the Louisiana Purchase Zoological Society at the Monroe Zoo. These events will feature educational films designed for children, offering a fun way to learn about wildlife and conservation. Families are invited to enjoy an evening at the zoo, explore the exhibits, and connect with nature.
Ascension4 Youthfest
Ascension Parish’s biggest back-to-school event is coming soon—and you won’t want to miss it!
Join us at the Ascension4 YouthFest where students can prepare for a successful school year, helping them start off confident, equipped, and ready to thrive. From backpacks and school supplies to uniforms and more, families can find everything they need in one convenient place.
Come out to enjoy games, great food, and a fun-filled day for the whole family!
📅 July 25th, 2026
⏰ 10 AM - 1 PM
City of Hammond Back to School Bash
Join us for the City of Hammond Back to School Bash where students can prepare for a successful school year, helping them start off equipped and ready to thrive! Back packs and school supplies will be given out, and families can find everything else they need for a successful school year in one convenient place. This event will take place at Hammond Westside Montessori School! Come out to enjoy games, great food, and a fun-filled day for the whole family!
📅 July 31st, 2026
⏰ 9 AM - 12 PM
Back 2 School Bash - Donaldsonville
Join us at the Donaldsonville Back 2 School Bash that will feature a school supply drive designed to help families access the essentials that students need when that first bell rings. Families are encouraged to attend, get a haircut, gather school supplies, eat some food and win some prizes!
