Project Grant 20247041043765
Award Date
9/15/24
Completion Date
9/14/28
Dollars Obligated
$207K
Federal Agency
Institute of Youth, Family, and Community
Federal Grant Program
10.519
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Fayetteville, AR 72704, USA
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