Project Grant SNEAAP24GR0055
Award Date
10/1/24
Completion Date
3/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$500K
Federal Agency
Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs
Federal Grant Program
19.500
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Lebanon
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