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Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
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.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
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.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
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
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
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
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small 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.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
