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Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
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.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
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
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
