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The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs 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
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
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.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals 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.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
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 Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
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
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
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.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
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.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
