The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
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The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
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.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
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
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
