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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.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
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.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
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
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
