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A growing body of literature encourages small and mid-size nonprofits to consider collaborative efforts to reduce costs, reach more people, and maximize fundraising. Often missing is the voice of these organizations sharing their perceptions of benefits and barriers to collaboration. A survey was deployed to the small city list serve of United Way agencies. Results will be analyzed using quantitative and qualitative methods. Surveys reveal that 96% of respondents have discussed collaborative ventures. Eighty-four percent of respondents are willing to be contacted regarding their collaborative initiatives. Understanding the benefits and barriers of collaboration sets the stage for more tailored research.