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Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
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
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
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
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
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.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
