Project Grant 23DG11094200261
Award Date
8/29/23
Completion Date
11/14/26
Dollars Obligated
$300K
Federal Agency
Region 9 - Eastern Region
Federal Grant Program
10.664
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Illinois, USA
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