Project Grant 20233842038754
Award Date
11/1/22
Completion Date
10/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$239K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.210
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
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