Project Grant 20243882142089
Award Date
4/1/24
Completion Date
3/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$600K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.216
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Princess Anne, MD 21853, USA
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