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Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
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
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
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
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.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
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.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
