Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Education programs and opportunities
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
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.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
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
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
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
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
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.
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.