Project Grant GT330
Award Date 7/11/16
Completion Date 7/11/22
Dollars Obligated $200K
Federal Agency
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
45-54, A Aguilar Batres Sur, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala
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Posted 7/17/20
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $200.0k | 7/17/20 |