Project Grant IGSM251454OMS22
Award Date 9/1/22
Completion Date 8/31/23
Dollars Obligated $53K
Federal Agency
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Saranac Lake, NY, USA
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