Project Grant 20247041343025
Award Date
8/1/24
Completion Date
7/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$480K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition
Awardee
DC Greens, Inc. (MEZBEJNQJT95)
Federal Grant Program
10.331
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Washington, DC 20002, USA
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