Alexandra Bono signs copies of her best-selling children’s book, inspiring financial literacy and empowering families to plan for the future.
Pelican Invests, a mission-driven fintech platform dedicated to helping families save for education and life goals, proudly participated in Financial Literacy Day on Capitol Hill, hosted by the Jump$tart Coalition and presented on behalf of this year’s honorary co-hosts, U.S. Representatives Young Kim (R-CA-40) and Joyce Beatty (D-OH-3), co-chairs of the House Financial Literacy and Wealth Creation Caucus.. The annual event brings together policymakers, educators, nonprofits, and industry leaders to spotlight the urgent need for stronger financial education nationwide. Exhibitors include major financial services organizations as well as mission-driven innovators like Pelican Invests.
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At the event, Pelican Invests showcased its unique and award-winning approach to financial empowerment, which includes:
- Penny the Pelican Plans Ahead — a #1 best-selling children’s book that helps kids and families start the conversation about money, savings, and planning for the future.
- Pelican Invests Platform — a digital platform that helps families stretch every dollar, explore smarter ways to pay for school, access investment advice, and discover funding opportunities through its comprehensive library of tools and mobile app.
- Financial Literacy Content for Schools — K-12 resources and scenario-based curriculum designed to support educators in building financial confidence and skills in the classroom.
“Financial literacy is the foundation of financial freedom,” said Alexandra Bono, Founder & CEO of Pelican Invests. “We were honored to join leaders on Capitol Hill to showcase our tools for families and students — and to share Penny the Pelican Plans Ahead with attendees, signing copies to inspire the next generation to dream big and plan smart.”
Pelican Invests’ participation underscores its commitment to advancing national financial literacy initiatives and closing the gap in financial access for families who need it most.
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