Sustaining critical rural radio operations to support the emergency alert system (EAS)

The Hopi Foundation - Lomasumi'nangwtukwsiwmani received a $233,603 Project Grant from the Department of the Interior Bureau of Indian Affairs under the Aid To Tribal Governments program (CFDA 15.020), awarded November 15, 2025, with completion scheduled for November 14, 2026. This award supports critical rural radio operations in Kykotsmovi Village, Arizona, specifically to sustain infrastructure that enables Emergency Alert System (EAS) functionality within tribal communities.

The grant funds infrastructure and operational support necessary to maintain radio broadcast capabilities that serve as a vital communication channel for emergency alerts and critical public safety messaging in rural tribal areas. This award is part of a broader November 2025 funding initiative focused on EAS sustainability, consisting of nine similar Project Grants ranging from $214k to $385k plus one Cooperative Agreement for $100k, demonstrating the federal government's commitment to ensuring equitable emergency communication access across tribal territories.