 MEO Business Development Center, (MEO BDC) provides microenterprise loans, business planning classes, and consultation services. Established in 1997, MEO BDC has helped create more than 700 new business, 700 loans (more than $4 million), 900 jobs, and train 2,000 entrepreneurs. MEO BDC offers loans ranging from $500 to $25,000, for startup operations or expansion of existing small business. We have emergency loans available for special situations. MEO BDC facilitates the Core Four Business Planning course, which enables development of a realistic, achievable business plan. The six-week, 36 hours course is offered 10 times a year on Maui, Molokai, and Lanai. Financial Aid is available through grants from Maui County Office of Economic Development. MEO BDC programs are funded by grants from the Maui County, Mayor’s Office of Economic Development, and Agape Foundation. |
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MEO Business Development Center Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.
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