National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Education programs and opportunities
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
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
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
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.