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.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Maui Street Market offers a vibrant opportunity for food trucks in Kahului.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
