HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Options for funding your business
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
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
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
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 Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.