Project Grant 20243842041541
Award Date
12/1/23
Completion Date
11/30/28
Dollars Obligated
$263K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.210
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
College Station, TX, USA
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