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 Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
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
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Tidepools at Central Pacific Bank is a coworking space in Honolulu for business and creativity.
National Council of Nonprofits offers a guide on starting a nonprofit organization.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
Minority Business Development Agency provides resources for minority business enterprises.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Hawaii Unemployment Insurance portal offers resources for claimants and employers.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
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.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs focuses on empowering Native Hawaiians and strengthening Hawaii.
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
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.