The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
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The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
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.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
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
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in 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.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
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 County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.