Project Grant G23AP00024
Award Date
2/7/23
Completion Date
2/6/26
Dollars Obligated
$400K
Federal Agency
Office of Acquisitions and Grants
Federal Grant Program
15.805
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Nebraska, USA
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