Project Grant 20236703740316
Award Date
8/1/23
Completion Date
7/31/28
Dollars Obligated
$738K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
San Luis Obispo, CA 93407, USA
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