APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

RECRUITING FOR KŪHANA COHORT 14

KūHana Cohort 14 applications are due by August 9, 2024. 

Please note, this written application is one of a two step process. If your written application is accepted, there will be a follow up Zoom interview as a required part of the evaluation.

Final determination and notifications will sent out by August 16th, 2024. 

If accepted into Cohort 14, the program will start on August 20, 2024. The fee for this course is $250, with a 50% discount for applicants CNHA Business Membership. *Partial scholarships are available*

If you have any questions, please reach out to the program manager, Max Mukai, at max@hawaiiancouncil.org

KūHana helps local and Hawaiian-owned entrepreneurs in early to mid stages of development get clear on their business strategy by hosting an 8-week business plan development class with all the tools and technical assistance needed to create a plan. Their business plans help set up these companies to go after the funding they need to implement their plans and achieve their business goals. Each business will walk away with a completed business plan, a polished business pitch, and collaborative opportunities to work with their fellow cohort participants. 

Prizes are awarded to the top performing companies each cohort with either technical assistance, cash prizes, or other forms of capital.

Graduates of the program may be also eligible for a discounted rate for a business loan with CNHA as well as a one-year business membership with CNHA, as well as ongoing technical assistance services paid for in full or in part by CNHA.