BizBoost: Grant Writing Basics for Small Businesses & Nonprofits (Hilo)

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The Chamber of Commerce Hawaii is excited to partner with the Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce on the Grant Writing Basics for Small Businesses Workshop happening in Hilo on March 20.

Learn the essentials of effective grant writing in this practical, easy-to-follow session designed for small businesses and nonprofits with Villa Business Consulting. We’ll cover how to identify funding opportunities, craft compelling proposals, and avoid common pitfalls. Participants will leave with actionable strategies to strengthen their applications and increase their chances of securing funding.

Enjoy the opportunity this free event that will provide light refreshments and the opportunity to network and connect with fellow small business and nonprofit leaders and owners in Hilo.

Additional special guests include Binil Chacko, East Hawaii Senior Business Advisor, Hawaii Small Business Development Center.


Mari Villa
Chief Executive Officer
Villa Business Consulting


Jose Villa
Chief Operating Officer
Villa Business Consulting

Villa Business Consulting provides: grant readiness assessments; federal and foundation grant writing; post-award grant management; 501(c)(3) formation; and federal and corporate small business certification services nationwide. We serve non-profit organizations and small businesses in all 50 states and U.S. territories.


Supported, in whole or in part, by federal award number SSBCI-21034-0012 awarded to Hawaii Technology Development Corporation by U.S. Department of Treasury.