Project Grant 2229274
Award Date
6/1/23
Completion Date
5/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$158K
Federal Agency
Office of Integrative Activities
Federal Grant Program
47.083
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Los Angeles, CA 90095, USA
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