Project Grant 20213841334844
Award Date
7/15/21
Completion Date
7/14/26
Dollars Obligated
$200K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.220
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Miami, FL 33199, USA
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