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IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
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
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
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.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
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.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
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
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
