Project Grant NA24OARX021G0042
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$2M
Federal Agency
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Awardee
Waihome LLC (TP1GMYFQD733)
Federal Grant Program
11.021
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Haleiwa, HI 96712, USA
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