SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Education programs and opportunities
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
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.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
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
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
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.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.