Project Grant CAGML246890OMLS21
Award Date 9/1/21
Completion Date 8/31/23
Dollars Obligated $188K
Federal Agency
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, USA
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