MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
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MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
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.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
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
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
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.
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
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.