Project Grant AM22LFPPMN1108
Award Date 9/30/22
Completion Date 9/29/25
Dollars Obligated $461K
Federal Agency
Awardee
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Minnesota, USA
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