Project Grant MN249194OMS21
Award Date
7/1/21
Completion Date
12/31/23
Dollars Obligated
$98K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Awardee
Kawaiahao Church (YP28KA35T6A4)
Federal Grant Program
45.308
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Honolulu, HI 96813, USA
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