Project Grant LA220
Award Date
9/17/24
Completion Date
9/17/26
Dollars Obligated
$125K
Federal Agency
Inter-American Foundation
Federal Grant Program
85.750
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Costa Rica
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