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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
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
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
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
MÄlama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
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.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
LÄ«poa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
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.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
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.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
