Project Grant 20236701140397
Award Date
6/1/23
Completion Date
5/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$120K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Lawrence, KS 66045, USA
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