Project Grant 2425893

Award Date 6/15/25
Completion Date 5/31/29
Dollars Obligated $84K
Federal Grant Program
47.070
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292, USA
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Posted 6/10/25, 12:00 AM