Project Grant 20226801836612
Award Date
1/1/22
Completion Date
12/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$729K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Fayetteville, AR 72704, USA
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