Kailua-Kona Business Grants by Industry
Compare local funding paths for Kailua-Kona businesses across technology, agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, clean energy, women-owned companies, and other high-intent categories.
Provincial Programs Available in Kailua-Kona
These state-level and provincial grant programs are active and open to qualified businesses operating in the Kailua-Kona area:
Hawaii SBIR Match
Agency: HTDC
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).
Manufacturing Assistance Program (MAP)
Agency: HTDC
Reimburses 20% of qualified manufacturing expenses (equipment purchase, training, energy efficiency). Capped at $100k grant. Highly popular for local food brands scaling export.
Enterprise Zones (EZ)
Agency: DBEDT
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.
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Technology Startups
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Agriculture and Farming
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Manufacturing
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Healthcare and Medical
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Clean Tech and Energy
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Women-Owned Businesses
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Restaurants and Hospitality
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Retail and Main Street
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Non-profits and Social Enterprises
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Veteran-Owned Businesses
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Minority and BIPOC Founders
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Arts and Entertainment
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Education and EdTech
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Supply Chain and Logistics
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Local Trades and Construction
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