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HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
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.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
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
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
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
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
