HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
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HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
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
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
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.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
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
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.