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Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
The PDF explains a loan program for small farms. It’s easy to apply and offers up to $50,000 for starting or improving a farm. Great for small business owners in farming.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
The MBDA Enterprising Women of Color Business Center provides diverse and dynamic women entrepreneurs with resources, training, counseling and events aimed at facilitating access to contracts and funding for medium-sized minority businesses
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
The Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Business Action Center has resources for starting a business, searching for an existing business, and information/forms about business registration
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
