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Maui Office of Economic Development announces holiday promotions for local businesses

The County of Maui Office of Economic Development invites Maui County businesses to be featured in its 2025 Maui Nui Holiday Deals campaign on https://www.MauiNuiFirst.com. This initiative offers an opportunity for businesses based on Maui, Moloka‘i and Lānaʻi to share their holiday offerings and engage with residents and visitors looking to shop local this season.

‘Season of Giving’ campaign begins to support small businesses in Maui County

The Maui County Office of Economic Development is launching the first “Season of Giving” campaign, aimed at supporting and promoting small businesses across Maui Nui during the upcoming holiday season.

Kōkua for Maui program announces upcoming events, spotlights Maui vendors

Organizers of the Kōkua for Maui program announced the upcoming shopping and craft fair events, inviting the public to extend their aloha to Maui businesses impacted by the devastating August wildfires. 

Maui visitor arrivals, spending highlight need for continued support statewide

The State Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism released its September 2023 visitor statistics report on Monday, demonstrating the continuing impacts of the Maui wildfires.

Leaders launch Kōkua for Maui to support Maui business and economy post-wildfires

While monetary contributions and fundraisers have been helpful, the Kōkua for Maui program offers the public a chance to connect with individuals and businesses and create an added economic boost.

Hawai‘i Tourism Authority educates travelers on how to visit Maui with respect and compassion

“Pack your patience and grace.” “Do not enter the impacted area of Lahaina Town or take photos of the area, even from afar.” “Support local businesses.” These are some of the messages being shared by the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority, as one of the main questions being asked by visitors is how they can support the people of Maui in its recovery.

Four county mayors visit Lahaina disaster zone; Next phase of reopening set for Nov. 1

Mayors from Kauaʻi, Oʻahu and Hawaiʻi Island visited Front Street, Lahaina Harbor and a re-entry zone together for the first time on Monday. The site visit comes 11 weeks after the August 2023 Lahaina wildfire that claimed the lives of at least 99 people.

County of Maui encourages local businesses to register for free listing on MauiNuiFirst.com

The revamped MauiNuiFirst.com website offers businesses an expanded platform to showcase their products, services and activities.

Maui Nui First offers summer promotions to support local businesses

The County of Maui Office of Economic Development announces new summer promotions offered by Maui County businesses promoted on the www.MauiNuiFirst.com website and on social media.

County launches “Maui Nui First” to encourage buying and supporting local first

The new Maui Nui First program replaces Kamaʻāina First and will expand the information and resources available online that would be of interest to both residents and visitors. The goal for this new community-wide initiative is to encourage people to consider local first in their buying decisions. 

Maui Nui First program to launch Feb. 11 in support of small business

The Maui Nui First program will replace Maui County’s current www.KamaainaFirst.com website which features special discounts/offers for locals, and Shop Small Maui program that has been absorbed into Kamaʻāina First program.