Project Grant 20233353039845
Award Date 7/1/23
Completion Date 2/29/24
Dollars Obligated $161K
Federal Agency
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Santa Cruz, CA 95066, USA
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