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Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
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 Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
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
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
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.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
