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FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
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.
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
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.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
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.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural 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
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
