HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
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HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
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
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.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
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
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
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.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.