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.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
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.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
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
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
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
