Project Grant 228CT200L5103
Award Date
7/18/22
Completion Date
6/30/24
Dollars Obligated
$155K
Federal Agency
Child Nutrition Division
Federal Grant Program
10.575
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Connecticut, USA
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