Project Grant 20216703734211
Award Date
2/15/21
Completion Date
2/14/24
Dollars Obligated
$300K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
UPPER ARLNGTN, OH 43221, USA
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