Resources for Businesses

The County of Maui in collaboration with the Credit Unions of Maui (Maui County FCU, Maui FCU, Kahului FCU, Valley Isle Community FCU, Wailuku FCU, Maui Teachers FCU), announces the Maui County Small Business Grant. The grant program is part of the American Rescue Plan to assist small businesses in Maui County. The Maui County Small Business Grant should not be mistaken for the "Kokua Maui County Recovery & Relief Fund" that was administered in 2020 by the Credit Unions of Maui. This program is not an expense reimbursement program, rather upon qualification, the business will receive a grant for $5,000. 10 GRANTS ARE STILL AVAILABLE AND WILL BE DISTRIBUTED ON A FIRST-COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS.  TO APPLY, CLICK HERE.

Check with your bank, financial institution and/or insurance provider on what programs are available for customers who are impacted by COVID-19.

The U.S. Treasury has established new tax relief programs for qualified businesses and entities impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. These include:

• Coronavirus-Related Paid Leave for Workers and Tax Credits for Small- and Mid-Size Businesses. If you employ fewer than 500 employees, you may be eligible for funds to provide them with paid leave, either for their own health needs or to care for family members. For more information on these tax credits, visit The IRS' Webpage On COVID-19 Employer Tax Credits.
• Business Tax Relief: Information and guidance on other coronavirus tax relief measures is available on the IRS' webpage, Coronavirus Tax Relief For Businesses And Tax-Exempt Entities.

The SBA will pay 6 months of principal, interest, and any associated fees that borrowers owe for all current 7(a), 504, and Microloans in regular servicing status as well as new 7(a), 504, and Microloans disbursed prior to September 27, 2020. This relief is not available for Paycheck Protection Program loans or Economic Injury Disaster loans. SBA Borrowers: Contact your lender if you have any questions. Visit the SBA Debt Relief webpage for more information.

Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB), the County of Maui Office of Economic Development, and various community partners have put together an online resource directory to support our islands’ small businesses. Whether you are looking to retool and/or respond to COVID-19, this directory offers a list of local service providers who can help you conduct your business safely, adapt and/or pivot your operations, and help you invest in technology infrastructure to expand virtual platforms, web-based marketing and e-commerce.

An opportunity for Maui County businesses to share their kama’aina deals at no cost; for locals to take advantage of great discounts on staycations, meals, services and products. There is no cost for local businesses to participate.

The County of Maui’s Virtual Job Fair is an online resource for employers seeking workers, and for residents seeking employment and career opportunities. The website provides job search tools, career counseling, and information on career training opportunities, resume building, internships, college certificates/degrees, financial aid opportunities and more.

This project is a collaboration between the County of Maui’s Office of Economic Development, the Maui County Workforce Development Board and the University of Hawaii Maui College.

The EIDL program provides economic relief to businesses experiencing a temporary loss of revenue due to COVID-19. Its purpose is to help eligible organizations meet financial obligations and operating expenses that could have been met had the COVID-19 disaster not occurred. Visit the SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan webpage for more information on eligibility criteria, terms, FAQs, loan application and more.

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act provides relief for eligible organizations impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Under the CARES Act:

• The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) established several temporary funding programs for eligible small businesses, nonprofits, and U.S. agricultural businesses
• The U.S. Treasury extended coronavirus tax relief programs to eligible employers severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Resources:

• SBA Coronavirus Relief Options Webpage
• IRS Cornavirus Tax Relief For Businesses Webpage

The Maui American Job Center provides free services to employers and job-seekers, including unemployment guidance, job postings and job search assistance, training opportunities, career planning and other resources. Employers can post job openings and search through resumes for potential candidates.