Project Grant ME586
Award Date
4/28/23
Completion Date
4/28/25
Dollars Obligated
$216K
Federal Agency
Inter-American Foundation
Federal Grant Program
85.750
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Mexico
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