Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Education programs and opportunities
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
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.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
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
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
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.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
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.