Project Grant 17VSPCA021
Award Date
8/18/19
Completion Date
8/15/20
Dollars Obligated
$27K
Federal Agency
Office of Grants Management
Federal Grant Program
94.013
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
California, USA
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