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Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered 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
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
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.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business 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
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
