Oahu Business Recovery Grant Program

The Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii will distribute grants made available through the City and County of Honolulu to Oahu small businesses that have experienced increased costs, a decline in income, or shutdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Who can qualify: Small businesses that operate on Oahu with gross revenue between $75,000 and $5 million a year are eligible to apply if tax documentation demonstrates at least a 25% drop in net income in 2020 compared to 2019, and in 2021 compared to 2019. View eligibility requirements.
• Size of grants:  $15,000 to $50,000, depending on the company's annual gross revenue. 
• Application period: Applications will be accepted starting January 30, 2023 at 8:00 am HST at OahuBizGrant.org. An estimated 400 grants will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Applying does not guarantee funding. View document checklist.

The City and County of Honolulu Office of Economic Revitalization and Hawaii Small Business Development Center are hosting nformation webinars. Visit OahuBizGrant.org for the schedule and information. You may view a previously recorded webinar here.

Extension of COVID-19 Public Health Emergency

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has once again extended the COVID-19 public health emergency. This means HMAA members will not be responsible for copayments, coinsurance, or deductibles related to medically necessary COVID-19 testing or treatment through April 10, 2023 unless DHHS declares otherwise.

Need Assistance?

If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact your HMAA Account Manager directly or at (808) 791-7654, toll-free at (800) 621-6998 x301, or or AccountManager@hmaa.com.