Project Grant 2139221
Award Date
10/1/21
Completion Date
9/30/23
Dollars Obligated
$300K
Federal Agency
Division of Computer and Network Systems
Federal Grant Program
47.070
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Jackson, MS 39217, USA
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