Project Grant 2404318
Award Date
1/1/25
Completion Date
12/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$160K
Federal Agency
Office of Multidisciplinary Activities
Awardee
Not listed
Federal Grant Program
47.075
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Cape Charles, VA 23310, USA
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