Hawaii Manufacturing Assistance Program (MAP)
Hawaii Technology Development Corporation (HTDC)
$1,500–$100,000
20% reimbursement for Hawaii manufacturers
The Hawaii Manufacturing Assistance Program (MAP) provides reimbursement grants to Hawaii-based manufacturers for equipment purchases, workforce training, energy efficiency projects, and feasibility studies. Funded annually by the Hawaii State Legislature ($1M in FY26), MAP reimburses up to 20% of qualified manufacturing expenditures, with awards ranging from $1,500 to $100,000. Designed to help Hawaii's manufacturers modernize operations and grow employment.
- Funding type
- Grant
- Level
- State
- Amount range
- $1,500 – $100,000
- Realistic amount
- Most awards are $15,000–$60,000, reflecting a 20% reimbursement on equipment or energy efficiency projects. $1M annual l…
- Deadline
- Annual cycle — FY26 applications were open December 15, 2025–February 13, 2026. FY27 cycle expected to open December 2026.
- Status
- between-intakes
- States
- HI
- Payment model
- reimbursement
Who qualifies
- Business must be registered to operate in Hawaii and current on all state tax liabilities
- Must be compliant in Hawaii Compliance Express (HCE)
- Operations must be classified as manufacturing per Federal NAICS codes 31, 32, or 33
- Must obtain a DUNS number before receiving funds
- Must agree to complete annual economic impact surveys for five years post-award
- Equipment funded must remain in Hawaii for a minimum of two years
Hard requirements
- Restricted to industry: manufacturing
- Restricted to specific NAICS codes: 31, 32, 33
What it covers
Eligible expenses
- Manufacturing equipment integral to production processes
- Workforce training directly related to equipment operation
- Energy efficiency improvements to manufacturing operations
- Feasibility studies for new manufacturing facilities or equipment
Ineligible expenses
- Product components, consumables, or raw materials
- General operational expenses (rent, utilities, insurance)
- Employee wages or salaries
- Real property acquisition
- Travel not directly related to qualified expenses
How to apply
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1
Confirm Hawaii Compliance Express (HCE) standing
Register with HCE (compliance.ehawaii.gov) and obtain a Certificate of Good Standing. This is a hard prerequisite — HTDC will not accept applications without it.
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2
Obtain DUNS number
If not already registered, obtain a DUNS/UEI number at sam.gov. Required before funds can be disbursed.
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3
Prepare expense justification and vendor documentation
Compile quotes or invoices for each qualified expense (equipment make/model, vendor qualifications, energy-efficiency specs for improvements, or scope for feasibility studies). Use the HTDC-provided expense template.
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4
Submit application during open window
Complete the application form at htdc.org during the annual open period (typically December–February). Only one application per company per year is permitted.
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5
Receive award notification and submit proof of payment
Award notifications are issued in May/June. Approved applicants must submit proof of payment (receipts, bank statements, cleared checks) to receive the reimbursement.
Industry & certifications
NAICS codes: 31, 32, 33
First-time applicants and neighbor island businesses receive scoring preference — if you're on Maui, Kauai, or the Big Island, that advantage is real. Start HCE compliance paperwork 2–3 weeks before applying.
Deadline & timing
One application cycle per fiscal year, typically opening in December with a February deadline. FY27 cycle expected to open approximately December 2026. Award notifications issued in May/June.
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