Project Grant 23RFSPME1068
Award Date 9/30/23
Completion Date 9/29/26
Dollars Obligated $999K
Federal Agency
Awardee
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Maine, USA
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