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FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
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
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
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.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
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
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
