Community Economic Development Program

The Community Economic Development Program within the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism provides grants, loans, and technical assistance to community organizations engaged in locally driven ka hoʻomohala waiwai across Hawaii. It funds projects like community land trusts, cooperative enterprises, and neighborhood commercial revitalization efforts. Program decisions determine which communities and organizations receive support for bottom-up ka hoʻomohala waiwai initiatives.

Hawaii communities, particularly rural and Kanaka ʻŌiwi communities, can access ka hoʻomohala waiwai resources through this program to build local businesses and community wealth. Hiki i nā kānaka ke komo by supporting community organizations applying for program funding or participating in program planning processes.