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Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
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
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
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
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.
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.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
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.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
