National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
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National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
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
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
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.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
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.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
