Project Grant 20213842034075
Award Date
1/15/21
Completion Date
1/14/26
Dollars Obligated
$263K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.210
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA
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