American Express Opens New AI Scholarship Programs For Small Businesses
- Aleyah Conway
- 15 hours ago
- 2 min read
American Express issued a press release in early May announcing partnerships with two nonprofits — Generation and Scholarship America — to introduce new artificial intelligence (AI) education initiatives designed to help small businesses and their employees integrate AI into their day-to-day operations.
Jennifer Skyler, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at American Express, noted in a corporate press release, "AI can be a powerful tool for small businesses when it’s used in practical, everyday ways. These initiatives were designed to help small businesses move from Gen AI exploration to practical application, equipping them to drive productivity and help unlock new opportunities for growth."
AI Upskilling for Small Business
Open to businesses globally and available in English and Spanish, AI Upskilling for Small Business is a training program designed for small businesses and grounded in real-world applications. It covers AI fundamentals, digital marketing, and digital customer success. You can learn more and register on the Generation website.
An AmEx press release notes that the program offers three training tracks tailored to different roles and levels of AI familiarity:
AI Generalist: A foundational primer plus targeted “Mini Missions” to apply AI across everyday tasks, with modules designed for seamless workflow integration.
Digital Marketing: Applies AI to content creation, campaign optimization and insight generation to support efficiency and impact.
Digital Customer Success: Uses AI to streamline customer interactions, resolve inquiries faster, and deliver more personalized experiences.
Learn more and apply at Generation’s website.
Smart Futures for Small Business Scholarships
Administered by Scholarship America, this program provides U.S.-based small business employees with up to $1,000 in scholarship funding to pursue AI courses or certifications at colleges and universities.
Small business employers can nominate a member of their teams to apply for a scholarship and build new skills in AI that can have a ripple effect on both the business and employee’s potential. Learn more at the Scholarship America website.