Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Options for funding your business
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.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in 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.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
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
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.