Project Grant 20236701140335
Award Date
6/1/23
Completion Date
5/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$147K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
South Miami, FL 33146, USA
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