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Congressional spending bill has provisions to help Hawaiʻi small businesses, tourism
The recently passed $1.7 trillion Fiscal Year 2023 Omnibus Appropriations bill includes several initiatives to strengthen Hawaiʻi’s dominant tourism and small business economies and assist Hawai’i workers with their retirements.
Deadline Dec. 8 for Hawai’i County businesses to apply for federal loans due to drought
Economic injury assistance is available regardless of whether the applicant suffered any property damage.
Live Venue Grant Funding Available in April
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that the $16 billion program aimed at helping live event businesses impacted by the pandemic will begin accepting applications in April.
SBA Now Offering Aid to Ag Businesses
Law had prohibited the SBA from providing loans to farmers and ranchers for more than 30 years before COVID-19.
Small Business Loans Available Friday
Due to expected high demand, borrowers are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Kīlauea Eruption Disaster Loan Deadline Set
The U.S. Small Business Administration’s Disaster Field Operations Center-West is reminding Hawai‘i small businesses of the March 14, 2019, deadline
SBA: Fact Sheet Regarding Hurricane Lane Disaster Recovery Loans
Big Island residents located in a declared disaster area may be eligible for financial assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Hawai‘i Businesses & Residents
SBA is offering low-interest federal disaster loans are available to Hawai‘i businesses and residents affected by Hurricane Lane, including wildfires and floods.
SBA Tops $10 Million in Disaster Assistance Loans
SBA Disaster Field Operations Center-West stated that SBA has approved $10.2 million in federal disaster loans for Hawai‘i businesses and residents
Nominations Open for 2018 SBA Small Business Awards
The U.S. Small Business Administration has opened the nominations for their prestigious Small Business Awards for 2018.
Hawai’i Forest and Trail Founders Awarded SBA Honor
The pair was presented the award at the Hawai’i Island Chamber of Commerce SBA Awards Luncheon and General Membership Meeting.
SBA Honors Kealakekua Ranch, ChoiceMART
The 2016 Small Business Association State of Hawai’i Family-Owned Business of the Year award recently went to the 135-year-old Kealakekua Ranch/ChoiceMART.
KKCC to Host Annual Luncheon
Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Annual Membership & Installation Luncheon on June 26.
State Senator Named Business Person of the Year
Sen. Russell Ruderman has received the SBA’s top honor of Business Person of the Year.
National SBA Recognition for Sen. Ruderman
Small Business Person of the Year winners have been announced by Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet, head of the United States Small Business Administration.
SBA Offers Online Tools Regarding Affordable Care Act
The SBA is encouraging small businesses to learn how to take advantage of new health care provisions.
Strong Showing for Big Isle Businesses in SBA Awards
Several Big Island businesses were recognized when the SBA recently announced its 2013 SBA Small Business Awards.
2013 Small Business Award Nominations Due Dec. 10
Nomination forms for 2013 Small Business Awards are currently available online and are due by December 10.
Free SBA Web Tool Helps Big Island Businesses
The SBA recently launched SizeUp – a free online tool that lets Big Island companies improve their business and help them find new customers.
Get Your Business Ready For Disaster With Free Webinars
The first of two free webinars to help Hawaii business owners prepare for disaster will be held tomorrow as part of National Preparedness Month.
