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This month, After the Peanut was able to donate more than 250 pencil pouches loaded with school supplies to Fairmont School District 89 because of their partnership with Illinicare Health.

After the Peanut has been a part of the Fairmont family for more than three years now and knew exactly who the in-kind donation would go to!

Through in-kind donations from Illinicare Health, After the Peanut is able to help students who are experiencing an unprecedented time in education have some of the supplies they need no matter where learning is taking place., Natalie Coleman, the CEO of After the Peanut has taken the time to transform her company to meet the needs of learners during the virtual/online learning time period which could last into 2021. Having an extensive background in K-12 education, she knows that equipping her company to provide equitable resources and opportunities for under-served students.

After the Peanut was founded in 2014 and opened its STEM Center in 2018. The company focuses on the power of knowledge and education in the face of adversity and challenges.

Their goal is to transform communities by increasing opportunities in STEM. You can follow After the Peanut on Facebook or Instagram @afterthepeanut or visit afterthepeanut.com for more information.