Project Grant 20234610041039
Award Date
9/1/23
Completion Date
8/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$350K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.516
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Gainesville, FL 32611, USA
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