Project Grant G23AP00161
Award Date
4/1/23
Completion Date
7/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$505K
Federal Agency
Office of Acquisitions and Grants
Federal Grant Program
15.814
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Virginia, USA
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