Project Grant MH257648OMS25
Award Date 10/1/25
Completion Date 9/30/27
Dollars Obligated $465K
Federal Agency
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Detroit, MI 48208, USA
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