​The Native Hawaiian Organizations Association (NHOA) is a trade association established to provide a unified voice for Native Hawaiian Organizations (NHOs). NHOs are non-profit organizations authorized by the Small Business Administration (SBA) to participate in the 8(a) Business Development program. NHOs provide invaluable economic benefits to the State of Hawaii and the Native Hawaiian community by developing job opportunities, building the capacity of innovative industries, and supporting important social and economic programs.