Project Grant 20233841441221
Award Date
9/15/23
Completion Date
5/14/26
Dollars Obligated
$150K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.226
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Quincy, CA 95971, USA
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