Project Grant 2119878
Award Date
9/1/21
Completion Date
8/31/24
Dollars Obligated
$314K
Federal Agency
Office of Integrative Activities
Federal Grant Program
47.050
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Jackson, MS 39217, USA
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