Project Grant CA115
Award Date
5/29/24
Completion Date
5/29/27
Dollars Obligated
$316K
Federal Agency
Inter-American Foundation
Federal Grant Program
85.750
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Guyana
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