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Oahu Kona Low Business Recovery Grant

Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, in partnership with the Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT)Closes Nov 15, 2026(26 days left)$5,000 – $10,000

Summary

Oahu for-profit, non-agricultural small businesses (under 500 employees and $5M revenue, Hawaii-resident owner) harmed by the March 2026 Kona Low storms can get $5,000 or $10,000 for unmet storm-related needs.

About this grant

State-funded recovery grants ($3.35 million made available by the State of Hawaii) for non-agricultural, for-profit small businesses on Oahu harmed by the March 10–23, 2026 Kona Low storms. Grants are $5,000 for micro enterprises and $10,000 for small businesses. Applications are reviewed in the order received until funds run out, with a deadline of November 15, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Who can apply

  • Small businesses
  • For-profit companies

Non-agricultural, for-profit businesses impacted by the Kona Low storms from March 10-23, 2026

Fewer than 500 employees and less than $5,000,000 annual gross revenue

At least one owner is a Hawaii resident and the applicant was physically operating on Oahu before March 10, 2026

Registered with DCCA before March 10, 2026 (sole proprietors exempt but must show they are current on taxes)

Current in state and federal taxes

Sustained material, economic, or physical harm directly caused by the storm; claims must be unmet needs not covered by insurance or other assistance

Nonprofits are not eligible

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Disaster recovery
  • Small business support

Money can be used for

  • Disaster recovery
  • Working capital
  • Repairs

Program contact

konalow@cochawaii.org

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