National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
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National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
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.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
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.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
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
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
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.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
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
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
