Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
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Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
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.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
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
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
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
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
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.
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.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
