Project Grant 2522073
Award Date 9/15/25
Completion Date 8/31/28
Dollars Obligated $796K
Federal Agency
Awardee
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
West Haven, CT 06516, USA
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