Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Options for funding your business
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
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.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
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
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
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
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.