Hawai’i Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA) offers FREE PPE to small businesses. To learn more about the program and read the qualifications. Learn more...

Rent Relief Program for Hawaii Residents. The State of Hawai‘i’s Rent Relief and Housing Assistance Program provides assistance to Hawai‘i renters and homeowners who have experienced a reduction in income due to the COVID-19.The program provides grant funding to Oʻahu households up to $2,000 per month and neighbor islands up to $1,500 per month. Read more...

Oahu Small Business Relief & Recovery Fund Expanded. The City and County of Honolulu expanded eligibility for its Oahu Small Business Relief & Recovery Fund, which provides up to $10,000 reimbursements for business expenses. Read more...

The Kokua Maui County Small Business Recovery & Relief Fund can assist small businesses to cover reimbursable business expenses for rent/lease payments, utility payments and COVID-19-related safety precautions, up to $7,500. Note: businesses that have received funds from the County of Maui Micro Business Loan Program are not eligible. Read more... 

The County of Hawaii Small Business Relief & Recovery Fund will provide county businesses a one-time reimbursement of up to $10,000 for costs incurred due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more...

The Federal Reserve is conducting a short survey asking about business conditions, financing needs, and credit experiences. It will highlight the experiences of small businesses and provides critical information that service providers, policymakers, and lenders use to improve programs for small business owners. Summary results will be shared with you, and all responses are confidential. Learn more...

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) invites qualified minority-owned businesses to consider self-certifying as a HUD Section 3 Business, by registering in the Section 3 Business Registry. This is an opportunity for registered businesses to be eligible for new contracts should they arise in the coming months. Learn more...

In honor of National Small Business Week, the U.S. Small Business Administration is hosting virtual events September 22-24, 2020. This year’s activities will include numerous educational panels providing retooling and innovative practices for entrepreneurs as our nation’s small businesses look to pivot and recover, contributing to a stronger economy. Learn more...

SBA Presents Accessing & Unlocking Resources on September 28th. Learn how to access resources from the County, City, Facebook and Community Partners to help you stay open and connected to customers during this pandemic. This webinar is intended for entrepreneurs, business owners, start-ups, and or established businesses. Learn more...

HECO Announces Moratorium on disconnections extended to Dec. 31st. Hawaiian Electric service disconnections for nonpayment have been suspended through Dec. 31, 2020. The company urges customers challenged by the financial impact of COVID-19 to seek utility bill assistance from government and nonprofits, and to set up a payment arrangement plan.

HECO Announces Payment Plan Options to assist residents and businesses dealing with the financial toll of the coronavirus pandemic. There are several options to choose from, such as extending payments over time. The plans are interest-free and late fees are waived for all plan options