Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
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Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
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.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
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.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
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.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
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
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
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.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.