Project Grant 20243841341459
Award Date
12/1/23
Completion Date
11/30/27
Dollars Obligated
$248K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.220
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Raleigh, NC 27695, USA
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