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The Main Street America Accreditation Platform provides a one-stop portal for local Main Street programs to complete self-assessments for designation.
Community Self-Assessment & Accreditation Platform Resources
On-Demand Training Webinar
On January 10, 2024, Main Street America staff and the Accreditation Platform developer, The Relish Jar, hosted a training webinar for local programs. The webinar featured a preview of the platform, helpful information about completing the self-assessment, troubleshooting tips, and more. Watch the recording here >
Templates
Click the links below to download board composition, program budget, and transformation strategy work plan templates. Each template provides sample responses for guidance. To satisfy the file upload responses for certain baseline requirements, you may use these templates or your own materials.
Tools
As you prepare to complete your self-assessment through the platform, check out these resources for additional information about the new Community Evaluation Framework and Standards. Consider having the self-assessment tool and a completed copy of the assessment worksheet handy while using the platform.
Self-Assessment & Accreditation Platform FAQs >
Community Self-Assessment Tool >