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Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
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.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
