University of Illinois Grant

Organization - University of Illinois
Grant Amount - $149,770
Foundation - Ford Foundation
Grant Purpose - To enhance understanding of the role of labor market intermediaries in improving the employment prospects of low-wage workers and new entrants into the labor force


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