Project Grant ARPML250544OMLS22
Award Date
11/1/21
Completion Date
10/31/22
Dollars Obligated
$46K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Awardee
City Of Cordova (VNJGT8WJCYL5)
Federal Grant Program
45.312
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Cordova, AK 99574, USA
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