Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Services available to businesses in Maui County
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized 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
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
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
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.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered 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.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.