Education programs and opportunities
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
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
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.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
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 County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
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.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
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.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
