Project Grant NA22NMF0150203
Award Date
10/1/22
Completion Date
9/30/23
Dollars Obligated
$100K
Federal Agency
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Federal Grant Program
11.015
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Los Angeles, CA 90034, USA
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