Project Grant UR192
Award Date
9/9/22
Completion Date
9/9/24
Dollars Obligated
$201K
Federal Agency
Inter-American Foundation
Federal Grant Program
85.750
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Uruguay
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