Project Grant 20237042739145
Award Date
4/1/23
Completion Date
3/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$950K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.223
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Barranquitas, 00794, Puerto Rico
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