Project Grant ME591
Award Date
5/16/24
Completion Date
5/16/27
Dollars Obligated
$327K
Federal Agency
Inter-American Foundation
Awardee
Youthbuild Mexico (HTQQFMGYN1R7)
Federal Grant Program
85.750
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Mexico
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