Project Grant IGSM255615OMS24
Award Date 9/1/24
Completion Date 8/31/26
Dollars Obligated $25K
Federal Agency
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Libertyville, IL 60048, USA
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