Project Grant 15PBJA24GG04307SCAX

Award Date 10/1/24
Completion Date 9/30/27
Dollars Obligated $900K
Federal Grant Program
16.812
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Topeka, KS 66603, USA
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