The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
You have a business idea, but are looking how to make it a reality
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
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
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
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
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
IRS for Small Businesses provides tax information and resources.
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.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.