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Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
Hawaii based venture capital firm.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Hawaii SBDC’s Disaster Recovery page provides resources for business disaster preparedness.
NerdWallet’s guide on bookkeeping basics for small business owners.
FoundHer supports Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and Asian women in business.
Plan your business exit early to maximize returns and have both voluntary and involuntary exit strategies ready.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
HANO Grants Corner lists available grants for nonprofits and offers grant application assistance.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
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.
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.
ed2go offers a range of online courses and training programs for various fields.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Info on funding options for agriculture in Hawaii, including grants, loans, and financial support for farmers and agri-businesses.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
Develop a clear exit plan early to ensure a smooth transition and secure your business’s future value.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
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.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
To close your business, file final tax returns, pay all taxes, cancel your EIN, and keep records.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Cohana is a coworking space in Maui designed for freelancers and entrepreneurs.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Above The Wave Maui offers co-working space in Kahului.
Techstars Toolkit guides through Lean Canvas creation for business ideas.
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
Mālama Studios focuses on technology and cultural storytelling for entrepreneurs.
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
SCORE’s template gallery aids in financial planning and business strategy.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
Maui Food Technology Center supports Hawaii’s food industry with education and opportunities.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
USPTO provides tools and guidance for startups, focusing on patents and trademarks.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
