Project Grant LG246398OLS20
Award Date 8/1/20
Completion Date 7/31/22
Dollars Obligated $163K
Federal Agency
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301, USA
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