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View complete bundle 3 cities and 45 grant pagesLast Reviewed: July 2026 | Updated Monthly
Hawaii Business Grants by City and Industry
Explore local grant pages for Hawaii businesses, including funding paths for technology, agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, clean energy, women-owned companies, and more.
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Featured Funding Opportunities
Active public subsidies and capital programs available for businesses operating in Hawaii:
Hawaii SBIR Match
Matching Grant (up to 50%)Provided by: HTDC | Type: Grant
Matches federal SBIR/STTR awards. Phase I match up to 50% (max $75k), Phase II match up to $500k. Essential for R&D companies leveraging the huge military presence (INDOPACOM).
Official PortalManufacturing Assistance Program (MAP)
20% Grant (up to $100k)Provided by: HTDC | Type: Grant
Reimburses 20% of qualified manufacturing expenses (equipment purchase, training, energy efficiency). Capped at $100k grant. Highly popular for local food brands scaling export.
Official PortalEnterprise Zones (EZ)
100% GET ExemptionProvided by: DBEDT | Type: Tax Credit
Exempts eligible businesses from the General Excise Tax (GET) - which is basically a 4-4.5% sales tax on GROSS revenue. Also provides income tax credits for 7 years. This is a game-changer for margins.
Official PortalBrowse Hawaii grant pages by city
Start with major local markets such as Honolulu, Kahului, Kailua-Kona, then choose the industry page that matches your business.
Popular Hawaii industry grant pages
Technology Startups in HonoluluAgriculture and Farming in HonoluluManufacturing in HonoluluHealthcare and Medical in HonoluluClean Tech and Energy in HonoluluWomen-Owned Businesses in HonoluluRestaurants and Hospitality in HonoluluRetail and Main Street in HonoluluNon-profits and Social Enterprises in HonoluluVeteran-Owned Businesses in HonoluluMinority and BIPOC Founders in HonoluluArts and Entertainment in Honolulu