Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
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Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
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.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
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.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
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.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
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
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.