Project Grant 20216703734167
Award Date
1/1/21
Completion Date
12/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$500K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Moorefield, WV 26836, USA
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