Project Grant MA252839OMS23
Award Date
9/1/23
Completion Date
8/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$415K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Awardee
Save The Bay Inc. (HF5MNWDV3KA5)
Federal Grant Program
45.301
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Providence, RI 02905, USA
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