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.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
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
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.