American Express and Main Street America

Backing Small Businesses Grant

Who can apply

  • Small businesses

Locally significant small businesses with community reach (see each round's rules). Past rounds focused on businesses in Main Street districts.

About this grant

American Express and Main Street America have given more than $14 million in grants to over 1,600 small businesses since 2021. In 2025 the program awarded $10,000 grants for projects that promote growth, resilience and local impact.

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