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FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space 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.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
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 Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
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
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
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.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
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
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
