Project Grant 20226801836094
Award Date
11/1/21
Completion Date
10/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$750K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Storrs, CT 06269, USA
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