Project Grant 18REHWA001
Award Date
10/1/18
Completion Date
9/30/22
Dollars Obligated
$340K
Federal Agency
Office of Grants Management
Federal Grant Program
94.026
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
United States
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