The SBNRC builds on various existing relationships between the University and a number of public and private organizations. These efforts are aimed at providing participating nonprofit organizations with a mechanism for establishing collaborative strategies and projects.

Issue-Driven Network:
As the hub for funding resource information, the SBNRC serves as a liaison for nonprofit organizations interested in creating collaborative efforts centered on a single issue (e.g., health care, housing). This facilitates the most efficient use of limited funding resources. A collaborative network of nonprofit/funding sources yields a synergism that benefits both. Issues networks are then linked together to plan multi-issue projects.

Funders' Forum:
The Southwest Border Nonprofit Resource Center, in collaboration with participating funders, organizes an annual meeting of funding entities and nonprofit organizations. This venue allows the two groups to:

• Learn about their yearly priorities for the region,
• Showcase local accomplishments,
• Foster greater understanding of need,
• Build closer relationships, and
• Introduce new philanthropic entities to Valley and South Texas nonprofits.