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Lokahi Pacific, a non-profit in Maui County, focuses on housing and community development.
MEO Microloan Program offers microloans for small businesses in Maui.
Info on annual report due dates for Hawaii-registered businesses.
GoFarm Hawaii provides hands-on farm and business training to new farmers.
Maui Food Innovation Center provides a platform for food truck owners at Maui Street Market.
Forbes adivce article: Keep business and personal banking separate to avoid tax issues and make managing finances easier.
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.
Maui Nui Business Hui promotes local buying in Maui County to support recovery from wildfires.
Maui Sunday Market is a community event in Kahului, offering vendor and sponsor opportunities.
MEO Core Four offers a comprehensive business training course.
Department of Taxation guide to starting a business in Hawaii
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development fosters economic growth and community development.
Maui County Business Resource Center is a hub for business assistance in Maui.
Hawaii Alliance of Nonprofit Organizations unites and strengthens Hawaii’s nonprofit sector.
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
SBA offers a guide covering planning, legal aspects, and funding for starting a business.
Rising Tide Hawaii is a partnership initiative assisting Hawaii’s small businesses.
Kiva is a global microfinance platform connecting lenders with entrepreneurs worldwide.
Registry of businesses on Lanaʻi
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.
The Awesome Foundation Oahu chapter offers monthly micro-grants for local projects.
Women’s Business Enterprise National Council advocates for women business owners in the U.S.
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
SCORE offers free mentoring and resources to help business owners at any stage.
Molokai Kuha’o Business Center offers various business services in Maui County.
Līpoa Maui Community focuses on space and technology innovation and business opportunities.
MBDA Business Center Honolulu provides business solutions for minority entrepreneurs.
Outlines how to streamline your business for efficiency and cost savings, perfect for business owners looking to improve.
Bridge built by Citi provides a list of over 80 lenders for small-and-medium sized businesses.
Pakini Loan Fund offers loan services tailored to the needs of Native Hawaiians.
Hawaii SBDC provides advice and training for small business owners across Hawaii.
Chase for Business offers educational resources including courses on business fundamentals.
MEO Agricultural Micro Grant Program provides financial assistance to Maui’s agricultural businesses.
MEO Business Development Center offers services for business training and financial support.
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.
Forming an LLC in Hawaii involves choosing a name, filing paperwork with the state, and understanding local business laws.
This guide helps Maui business owners start and run their business, covering steps to open, licenses, taxes, and funding.
Maui County Services provides resources for business permits, licenses, and workshops.
Maui Economic Development Board supports homegrown businesses and workforce development.
Senator Schatz’s website provides wildfire updates and resources for affected individuals in Hawaii.
Kohala Center supports Hawaii’s rural economies and food systems in business development.
MCBL Hawaii offers programs and services for women entrepreneurs in Hawaii.
HandsOn Maui connects volunteers with opportunities, especially for wildfire disaster relief.
Lanai Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses and promotes economic development.
Expand your business by finding new funding, locations, and customers, and prepare for growth steps.
FDIC provides guidelines for small businesses on financing, growth, and regulatory compliance.
