Aian head start

The Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families awarded the Hopi Tribe $1,613,620 on June 1, 2026, under the Head Start program (CFDA 93.600) to deliver early childhood education and family support services through May 31, 2031.

The Hopi Tribe operates an American Indian and Alaska Native Head Start program serving tribal children and families in Arizona. Head Start services enhance cognitive, physical, behavioral, and social-emotional development through educational, health, nutritional, social, and family engagement services tailored to tribal community needs across Hopi jurisdiction encompassing thirteen villages and approximately 14,605 enrolled members.

The award obligates $1,613,620 over the five-year period of performance. Place of performance is Arizona. Head Start awards to American Indian and Alaska Native programs are issued by the ACF Central Office rather than regional offices. Non-competing continuations are issued based on satisfactory progress, compliance with award terms and conditions, and a determination that continuation funding serves the federal government's interest. Awards are measured against criteria during the initial five-year term that determine eligibility for renewal; if criteria are not met, the service area and funding become available through competition.