Project Grant 20243841343659
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/28
Dollars Obligated
$250K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.220
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Tucson, AZ 85721, USA
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