Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
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Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
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
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
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.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
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.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
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.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.