Project Grant 20243842041526
Award Date
11/15/23
Completion Date
11/14/28
Dollars Obligated
$246K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.210
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Lexington, KY 40526, USA
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