Project Grant NAB258660OLS25
Award Date
8/1/25
Completion Date
7/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$10K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.311
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Fairbanks, AK, USA
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