Project Grant 2400973
Award Date 7/1/24
Completion Date 6/30/26
Dollars Obligated $307K
Federal Agency
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
14, 2534 Av. Universidad Ste. 1401, San Juan, 00925, Puerto Rico
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