Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
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Services available to businesses in Maui County
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
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
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and 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.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
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.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
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
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
