National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
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National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
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.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
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
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
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
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
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.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
