NBA News: Pelicans, Ibotta Partner With Bayou District For Thanksgiving Meals

The New Orleans Pelicans, in collaboration with Ibotta, and the Bayou District Foundation, distributed over 100 Thanksgiving meals.

New Orleans, LA – The New Orleans Pelicans, in collaboration with Ibotta, and the Bayou District Foundation, distributed over 100 Thanksgiving meals to the Columbia Parc community in New Orleans on Nov. 15. This collective effort demonstrates the strong commitment of each organization to giving back and positively impacting the local community. Pelicans players Brandon Ingram, Trey Murphy III and Cody Zeller were key participants in the turkey distribution.

For the third year, Ibotta, a leading performance marketing platform and cash back rewards network, worked with the New Orleans Pelicans to make the Thanksgiving food distribution event a reality. Rouses Markets supplied Thanksgiving turkeys and fixings. This participation emphasizes the Pelicans' and Ibotta’s dedication to creating a meaningful Thanksgiving experience for those in need.

New Orleans Pelicans players Cody Zeller, Trey Murphy III, and Brandon Ingram helped to give out Thanksgiving meals on Nov. 15. Credit: New Orleans Pelicans

Each bag contained the following food items:

- Thanksgiving Turkey

- Rouses Can Corn

- Rouses Cut Green Beans

- Turkey Gravy

- Whole Cranberry Sauce

- Idahoan Instant Mashed Potatoes

- Cornbread Stuffing mix

- Corn Muffin Mix

- Can Cut Yams

- Macaroni & Cheese meal kit

"Thanksgiving is an essential time for Ibotta to give back, which we do through our annual Thanksgiving program and our partnership with the Pelicans to donate meals directly in the community," said Rich Donahue, Chief Marketing Officer, Ibotta. "We are driven by our mission to make every purchase rewarding, and our partnership with the Pelicans enables opportunities to support deserving communities in New Orleans."

As a proud member of the community, the New Orleans Pelicans recognize the significance of giving back and supporting local neighborhoods. Ibotta, the Pelicans’ Home Court Champion partner and jersey patch sponsor, is unwavering in its commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families. Their partnership with the Bayou District Foundation exemplifies their shared dedication to community welfare.

"Our partnership with Ibotta and the Bayou District Foundation to distribute Thanksgiving meals at Columbia Parc embodies our dedication to support our community,” said New Orleans Saints and Pelicans President, Dennis Lauscha. “Together, we aim to create a spirit of togetherness and gratitude during this special time of year. We believe in the strength of collective action and are honored to serve our local community."

The Bayou District Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering community development and empowerment, played a pivotal role in making this event possible. Together with the New Orleans Pelicans and Ibotta, they aimed to provide a sense of togetherness during this special time of year.

In addition to the Pelicans players, members of the New Orleans Pelicans organization, Ibotta volunteers and Bayou District Foundation were on hand to distribute the Thanksgiving meals and share in the festivities with the Columbia Parc community.