Public Sector Partners
Southwest New Mexico Council of Governments (SWNMCOG): Provides regional planning, grant administration, project development, and technical assistance to local governments, supporting housing initiatives, infrastructure improvements, and long‑term community development across the four‑county region.
Town of Silver City: Leads local planning, land‑use policy, and community development efforts, including support for attainable housing, redevelopment of underutilized properties, and partnerships that strengthen neighborhood stability and economic growth.
Village of Santa Clara: Serves as a regional leader in housing innovation, spearheading modular workforce housing projects, coordinating multi‑jurisdictional initiatives, and advancing redevelopment strategies for the Mining District.
City of Bayard: Supports housing and community revitalization through land‑use planning, municipal lot development, and participation in regional partnerships aimed at expanding affordable and workforce housing.
Town of Hurley: Contributes municipal land, planning support, and community engagement to regional housing efforts, helping address housing shortages and improve quality of life for residents.
Grant County Government: Provides countywide coordination, land‑use alignment, and support for housing, infrastructure, and community development projects that benefit rural and unincorporated areas.
Silver City Housing Authority: Manages public housing units, Housing Choice Vouchers, and senior and disability‑focused housing programs serving Silver City and surrounding communities.
New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority (MFA): The statewide housing finance agency offering funding, technical assistance, and program support for affordable housing development, rehabilitation, and homeownership initiatives in Southwest New Mexico.
New Mexico Coalition to End Homelessness (NMCEH): Works with local governments and nonprofits to coordinate homelessness services, including rapid rehousing, shelter support, and permanent supportive housing programs.
Deming Luna County MainStreet supports downtown revitalization, adaptive reuse of vacant buildings, and small‑scale housing redevelopment that strengthens local economies and expands housing options.
Nonprofit & Community Partners
Southwestern Regional Housing & Community Development Corporation (SRHCDC): A key nonprofit partner providing housing rehabilitation, weatherization, rental units, and homebuyer support, complementing public‑sector housing strategies.
Border Area Mental Health Services: Provides supportive housing navigation and stability services for individuals experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity, collaborating with regional partners to address behavioral‑health‑related housing needs.
St. Vincent de Paul & Local Faith‑Based Organizations: Offer emergency rental and utility assistance, short‑term housing support, and community‑based aid that fills critical gaps for families in crisis.
Private Sector & Institutional Partners
Freeport‑McMoRan: A major private‑sector partner supporting community development, workforce stability, and regional planning efforts, including initiatives that address housing needs in mining‑impacted communities.
Western New Mexico University (WNMU) supports community development, workforce training, and regional planning efforts, contributing research, data, and institutional partnerships that strengthen housing initiatives.
Regional Collaborative Partner
The Copper Collaborative: A regional partnership among Santa Clara, Silver City, Bayard, and Hurley focused on converting vacant municipal lots into attainable, affordable, and workforce housing while strengthening shared planning capacity and coordinated redevelopment across the Mining District.
Regional Water Commission: Formed to support water and wastewater projects in Grant County. Partners include SWNMCOG, municipalities, and Freeport-McMoRan.