The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Services available to businesses in Maui County
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
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
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
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.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
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.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.