To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
You are ready to start your business
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
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.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
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 Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
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.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.