Project Grant 20226703736622
Award Date
3/1/22
Completion Date
2/28/27
Dollars Obligated
$747K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Ithaca, NY 14853, USA
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