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Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-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
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
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
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
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.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural 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.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
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.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
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.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
