Project Grant 20237044040149
Award Date
6/1/23
Completion Date
5/31/28
Dollars Obligated
$5M
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.237
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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