Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Education programs and opportunities
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
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.
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
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
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.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
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
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.