Project Grant 20233353039793
Award Date 4/1/23
Completion Date 3/31/24
Dollars Obligated $175K
Federal Agency
Awardee
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
St Paul, MN 55114, USA
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