Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
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
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
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.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
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.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.