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Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
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
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
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.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
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
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
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.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
