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The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
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
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
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.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
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.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
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
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
