Project Grant G25AP00141
Award Date
1/1/25
Completion Date
12/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$576K
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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