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2025 AMA 5 Star Safety Awards & Certification Program

Register by 8/31. Final applications for certification due 11/30.

Sunday, August 31, 2025

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5 Star Safety Awards & Certification Enrollment


AMA Five star program logo
Register or Renew for 5-Star HERE!

Designed to reduce criminal activity, improve safety, as well as unite community organizations and individuals, the 5 Star Safety Certification program is the ultimate way to demonstrate your property's elevated commitment to fostering safer communities. As an AMA 5 Star Certified Community, you set yourself apart from other rental properties by holding yourself to a higher standard of management practices, customer caring and neighborhood involvement - a distinction to truly be proud of!


The 5 Stars:

★ Star #1 - Orientation:

Available Through 8/31 Only.
View the On-Demand 5 Star Orientation Session and submit proof of viewing by 8/31.* (Orientation video will be sent in your registration confirmation e-mail and instructions for submitting proof of viewing will be included in the video.)

★ Star #2 - Municipal Crime Free Multi-housing Program:

Enroll in and complete the first phase of your city's Crime-free Multi-housing program (or equivalent) before 11/30.* Popular programs include Phoenix, Tucson , Tempe and Mesa's Tri-star program.  If you do not see your city listed here, please search for your local police department's Crime Free Multi-housing offerings (or equivalent).

★ Star #3 - Community Coalitions:

Attend two Community Coalition Meetings before 11/30. AMA offers fourtenn different groups that meet across the Phoenix Valley, Tucson, Flagstaff, Sierra Vista and more! Find details about your closest Community Coalition HERE!

★ Star #4 - Project S.A.F.E.: 

Host and attend your own in-person Project S.A.F.E. safety social by 11/30. Learn more about Project S.A.F.E. HERE!

Unsure about getting started with your Project S.A.F.E. event? Register for one of our FREE and optional workshops for inspiration and help getting started!

★ Star #5 - Final Application for Awards & Certification:

Once you have achieved your first four Stars, submit a 5 Star Application for your certification (with required registration fee if not previously provided), and enter the 5 Star Safety Awards by November 30. 

The 5 Star Safety Awards will be held in the February immediately following the current 5 Star season.

Apply for Certification & Awards HERE

Must register and complete Stars 1-4 before applying for certification or awards. 

Learn More About the 5 Star Certification HERE!

Learn More About the 5 Star Awards HERE!

FAQs

For More Information:

Jenica Hickey
Jenica Hickey
Special Programs Manager Arizona Multihousing Association (602)296-6214

5-Star with Project S.A.F.E. ($100)

  • Must achieve all five stars in order to receive full 5 Star Safety Certification and be eligible to enter the 5 Star Safety Awards.
    (New in 2024: Project S.A.F.E. must be completed with the full 5 Star program, and is no longer available as an individual certification.)

  • *You need only complete Stars #3-5 each year if you have achieved your 5 Star Safety Certification in the last three years AND your Crime Free Multi-housing certification is current. Proof of current Crime Free Multi-housing certification will be required with your final application.

  • The 5 Star Certification season runs March - November. Any stars achieved during that time will count towards the current certification cycle. All participants who successfully achieve all of their Stars will receive a certification of completion and recognition at AMA's annual 5 Star Safety Awards in February of the following year.

  • Program registration fees are a flat rate, regardless of how many Stars are completed.

  • Registration fee is non-refundable, even if stars are ultimately not achieved. (Crime-free Multi-housing, Tri-star and Community Coalitions are free programs. More information about registration for these services will be sent with your confirmation email.)

AMA Payment Policy: Payment in full is due prior to the event. No changes, refunds, cancellations will be permitted within 10 days of an event for attendee registrations and within 30 days for sponsorships. Prices subject to change. Registrations via e-mail constitutes acknowledgment of terms and conditions.