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HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
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 County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
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
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
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.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
