Project Grant MA1519007319
Award Date
7/1/19
Completion Date
12/31/22
Dollars Obligated
$100K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Awardee
Moco Kidsco Inc. (J9JTV9JJNVN9)
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Westlake, MD 20817, USA
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