Project Grant RE250096OLS21
Award Date
9/1/21
Completion Date
8/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$250K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Awardee
Erikson Institute (LMGWHNUKM2C5)
Federal Grant Program
45.313
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Chicago, IL 60654, USA
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