Project Grant RE252405OLS22
Award Date
8/1/22
Completion Date
3/31/24
Dollars Obligated
$162K
Federal Agency
Institute of Museum and Library Services
Federal Grant Program
45.313
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Berkeley, CA 94704, USA
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