Pat's Coats for Kids
December 2010

This holiday season Neighbors joined WBRZ and other sponsors in support of the 22nd “Pat’s Coats for Kids” annual coat drive.  This marks the third year that Neighbors’ 8 branch locations served as drop off points where employees collected coats throughout the month of November. This year’s drive was successful in collecting almost 8,500 coats and over $80,000 in donations.

Nate at Bernard Terrace
December 2010

Nate snaps a photo with teachers from Bernard Terrace Elementary School. The students completed workshops on financial education and learned how to balance a check register and fill out deposit slips.

Nate at Northwestern Elementary Zachary
December 2010

The first grade teachers at Northwestern Elementary School in Zachary pose for a photo with Nate the Squirrel. The students gathered over a span of two days for workshops on money and saving and they did so well that Nate the Squirrel made a special visit to the school!

Neighbors Member Appreciation Week
November 2010

Kathi Gill, President and CEO, presents Member Appreciation Week’s grand prize winner, Ms. Thanni, with a 42” flat screen TV. Congratulations!  In all, 30 members won gift certificates by performing a branch transaction.  Other goodies enjoyed by NFCU members included Membership Thank You Cards, Halloween Candy, Cookies, and the ever-popular bottles of water!  Thank you to all of our members, you’re trust and loyalty is greatly appreciated!

Ryan Elementary
November 2010

Nate the Squirrel snaps a photo with the teachers from Ryan Elementary after the students completed their money workshops.

Atkinson Community Home
November 2010

Neighbors was part of the team that adopted the Volunteers of America Atkinson Community Home in Baton Rouge which houses 6 men with developmental disabilities. Funds were raised (including $275 from a Neighbors Jean Day) to enhance the look and function of the front porch that the men use frequently. As you can see, the project was a huge success and the residents are very happy with the results!

Redemptorist Elementary Pep-Rally
November 2010

Nate the Squirrel visits the Redemptorist Elementary Financial Pep-Rally and takes a photo with the teachers!  The Redemptorist branch serves the students of Redemptorist Elementary, providing the opportunity to gain valuable skills in financial literacy and the importance of saving.

VIPS Honored
October 2010

Volunteers In Public Schools (VIPS) honor Neighbors FCU for continued dedication and support to the East Baton Rouge Public School System at the School Board Meeting in October. School board member, Noel Hammat, is pictured here with Ann Marie Erie, Community Outreach Coordinator, and Kathi Gill, President and CEO.

October 2010 Salvation Army Golf Tournament
October 2010

Neighbors gather to golf for a cause!

Nate the Squirrel Visits Corbin Elementary
October 2010

After financial workshops on saving money, Nate the Squirrel visits Corbin Elementary and takes a photo with teachers.

ALS Walk
October 2010

Neighbors staff and family gather for the Walk to Defeat ALS.  In all, Neighbors raised $5,000 for the ALS Association through the sale of raffle tickets, ALS Awareness bracelets, tamale sales to employees and a member bake sale.  We had over 100 Neighbors staff, members, and family at the Walk to Defeat ALS.  Thanks to everyone who participated!  

Biztech Expo
October 2010

Neighbors presents Business Services!  The Business Services Department at Neighbors FCU can now serve all of the commercial lending and other financial service needs of anyone in the greater Baton Rouge area.  Call Neighbors FCU or go into your local branch for more information on this new, exciting line of services.

Neighbors Walker "Wildcat" Branch
September 2010

Neighbors board members, senior management and staff proudly open the new student-run Walker High School “Wildcat Branch” of Neighbors FCU.  These students were selected due to their commitment to academic excellence and will gain valuable work experience in the financial service industry.  Walker students as well as other members of the Walker community can visit the Wildcat Branch between the hours of 11am – 1pm, Tuesday – Thursday. 

ITI Financial Workshops
September 2010

Neighbors partners with ITI to bring financial workshops to the classroom.

Autism Golf Tournament
September 2010

Neighbors supports the fight against Autism at the Annual Battle Against Autism Golf Tournament.  Neighbors was an Eagle Sponsor and entered a team into this event which raises funds for the Baton Rouge Speech and Hearing Foundation.

Prairieville Ribbon Cutting
August 2010

The Ascension Chamber of Commerce join Neighbors board members, staff and CEO at the Prairieville branch grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony.  Located at the corner of La Hwy 42 and Airline, this is the eighth full-service Neighbors branch and our first in Ascension parish. 

LCUL Awards
August 2010

Ann Marie Erie, Community Outreach Coordinator, and Darlene Shingleur, Business Services Officer, won two prestigious awards from the Louisiana Credit Union League. The Desjardins Youth Financial Literacy Award and the Dora Maxwell Award for Social Responsibility were presented at the annual meeting to recognize Neighbors’ financial literacy initiatives and dedication to community service.

Neighbors FCU New Mortgage Center
July 2010

Neighbors Federal Credit Union is proud to announce the new mortgage center located at 3338 South Sherwood Forest, Bldg VI Suite S in Baton Rouge. This location is dedicated to serving the mortgage needs of new and existing Neighbors FCU members.

CORE Medical Groundbreaking
June 2010

In support of business development, a Neighbors representative is pictured with a fellow Rotarian and Mayor Holden at a groundbreaking for CORE Medical.

Baton Rouge Chamber to Chamber
June 2010

Business development staff, pictured here, are participating in the Baton Rouge Chamber to Chamber networking event at Houmas House in Ascension Parish.

Juneteenth Day
June 2010

Neighbors participated in the annual Juneteenth Day, sponsored by Citizens Against Drugs & Violence (CADAV), held at the Scotlandville Park near the Howell Branch. 

Coursey Boulevard Branch Groundbreaking
May 2010

Neighbors is proud to announce the groundbreaking of our new Coursey Boulevard Branch, located at the corner of Coursey and Hickory Ridge Boulevards.

Neighbors Annual Alzheimers Charity Golf Tournament
May 2010

Neighbors President/CEO, Kathi Gill, helps present the Baton Rouge Area Credit Union League present a check worth over $10,000 to the Alzheimer’s Services of the Capital Area. Funds were raised through the credit unions’ annual Charity Golf Tournament.

2010 Teacher of the Year Reception
May 2010

At the district 2010 Teacher of the Year reception, sponsored by Neighbors Federal Credit Union and Volunteers In Public Schools, Earlisha Whitfield of Ryan Elementary School, Deborah Facey of Westdale Middle School and Dana Lux of Tara High School were named the school district’s 2010 Teachers of the Year – one for each school level. Winners are pictured here with Superintendent Dilworth, Mayor Holden and Neighbors’ President Kathi Gill.

Youth Week at Neighbors
April 2010

During April’s Financial Literacy Month, Neighbors participated in the CUNA youth savings week entitled “Get Into the Savings Game”. Children who participated in the youth deposit week were eligible for a raffle to win a Lindsey’s Entertainment “Bouncing Tigers Party” for 20 kids. Lindsey’s donation of one party allowed two youths to win in the raffle. The winners were from the Goodwood and Zachary branches. Congratulations!

Neighbors "March for Babies"
April 2010

Neighbors raised $8,000.00 for the “March for Babies” fundraiser for March of Dimes. In April, we presented Umeca Briscoe of The March of Dimes Louisiana Chapter Capital Area Division Director with a ceremonial check. 

Stuff the Bus Food Drive
April 2010

The 2010 “Stuff the Bus” Food Drive sponsored by Neighbors and the EBR School Bus Operator’s Association was a hit! Neighbors presented a check for $3,906.55 to the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank at the April 15, 2010 School Board meeting and we collected over 5,174 pounds of donated non-perishable food items for the cause.

Northdale High School
April 2010

Ann Erie works with Northdale High School seniors answering questions about money management, budgets and credit cards for students about to enter college and the workforce.

Neighbors Supports March of Dimes
March 2010

Neighbors supports March of Dimes with a Crawfish Etouffee sale! We sold over 600 dinners along with some of the extras at a low reduced price.  We raised $2,900 for the March of Dimes through this one event!  Special mention goes to the Denham Springs branch for pre-selling 99 dinners, great job team! 

Zachary Elementary School
March 2010

Zachary Elementary School’s 2nd Graders were exceptionally thrilled with their financial workshops and they had a Nate visit at the end of the day! Their teachers took a photo with Nate to remember how much fun they had!

Duplessis Elementary School
March 2010

Duplessis Elementary teachers line up with Nate for a photo after all their students cheered them on! Over 150 2nd Graders learned about money management, savings and needs and wants.

Remington Job Fair
March 2010

Neighbors partners with Remington College for a community job fair. Our Director of HR Yolanda Dotson and Manager Cynthia Marshall scout qualified candidates to join the Neighbors team.

Nate the Squirrel visits Wildwood Elementary
March 2010

Nate the Squirrel visits Wildwood Elementary! Eighty 1st Graders give Nate the “high five” after participating in a financial workshop.

Walker High School Tours Denham Springs Branch
February 2010

Walker High School students tour the Denham Springs Branch after completing financial workshops. Pictured here is Neighbors team member Jacques Clement guiding the tour.

Port Allen High School opens “Blue Pride” branch
February 2010

Neighbors welcomes our newest branch to family! Port Allen High School opens the “Blue Pride” branch with a grand ceremony which included the marching band to open the festivities! Principal Warren LeJeune and Assistant Principal Taya Loupe officially open the branch by cutting the ribbon with West Baton Rouge School Associate Superintendent ED Story and Neighbors board member Andrew Redmond and Chief Operations Officer Steve Webb. Blue Pride branch is operated by students and serves all students, staff and the community on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11am to 1pm.

Park Elementary
February 2010

Nate the Squirrel surprised Park Elementary School students during their Math Night in February! Students of all ages and their parents played money games and cheered for Nate at the end of the evening!

La Belle Aire Nate Visit
February 2010

Nate the Squirrel visits La Belle Aire Elementary School! 135 2nd Graders cheer as Nate enters their auditorium after completing financial workshops from Neighbors!

Habitat for Humanity "Credit Union" House Grand Opening
February 2010

The Baton Rouge Area Credit Unions adopted a Habitat for Humanity house and constructed a home dubbed “Credit Union House.” The home was completed in January 2010 and the dedication took place in February 2010; the homeowner is pictured here with Neighbors FCU President, Kathi Gill and Vice-President of Business Services, Eddie Vollenweider.

Glen Oaks tours the Perkins Branch under the insightful guidance of branch manager, Cindy Dedeaux. Students visited each of the departments and learned about all the activities that keep a credit union running smoothly and effectively.

CopperMill 4H
January 2010

Nate the Squirrel appears at Zachary’s 4-H Club at Copper Mill Elementary School. 165 4th Graders share their financial knowledge with Nate after their workshop.