Project Grant SSA40021GR3006
Award Date
8/2/21
Completion Date
12/31/22
Dollars Obligated
$145K
Funding Federal Agency
Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs
Awarding Federal Agency
US Consulate Jeddah
Federal Grant Program
19.040
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Saudi Arabia
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