OSAGE — Small businesses in Osage and across the country have a new opportunity to secure funding through a national grant program aimed at strengthening local economies.

Main Street America and American Express have announced the launch of the Amex Shop Small Grants Program, which will award $20,000 grants to eligible small business owners nationwide.

Applications opened this week and will close Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Central time.