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Cross International Inc

(See Schedule O for description.)The Organization cost-effectively and strategically serves the poor in developing countries around the world by closely collaborating with local ministries that have infrastructure, knowledge, …

Religion Pompano Beach, FL EIN 651086387 · IRS Reg 65-1086387 · IRS Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
90/100 · methodology

About Cross International Inc

Cross International is a Christian non-profit organization focused on alleviating poverty primarily in Latin America, Africa and the Caribbean. Cross provides food, water, shelter, medical care, educational support and more through a network of gospel-centered partners around the world.

Founded
Headquarters
Pompano Beach, FL
Foundation type
Church (170(b)(1)(A)(i))
NTEE code
X20
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2001

Mission

(See Schedule O for description.)The Organization cost-effectively and strategically serves the poor in developing countries around the world by closely collaborating with local ministries that have infrastructure, knowledge, and experience in the country they serve. The Organization works with local churches and ministries to demonstrate Christ's love through material aid, thus opening hearts to receive the good news of Jesus Christ. The Organization provides both material resources (food, medicine, medical supplies, etc.) and cash support to churches and Christian ministries to be used for medical treatment, education, nutrition, shelter, water projects, self-help programs, community transformation programs, and care for orphaned and vulnerable children. The Organization also engages in relief and recovery efforts in response to disasters such as earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, and conflict. From July 2024 to June 2025, the Organization distributed aid in 12 countries.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
🙏 Religion · NTEE X20
Cause tags

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar religion in United States
Program spending This charity: 96%
Peer average: 97%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 0.33%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 90
Peer average: 92

Red flags

· All clear
IRS revocation history
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Where every $1 goes

$0.96
Program expenses$0.96 ($108.1 million)
96% to programs beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Cross International Inc is a registered religion nonprofit based in Pompano Beach, FL, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2001 and has been operating for 25 years. Its EIN is 651086387. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports $113M in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.

Cross International Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 90 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 96% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for religion charities in United States is 92/100.

Cross International Inc is located in Pompano Beach, FL, United States. The organization was established in 2001 and has been active for 25 years.

Based on official tax filings, Cross International Inc has $113M in annual revenue. It allocates 96% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 97% for religion charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Cross International Inc is classified as a Religion organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Church (170(b)(1)(A)(i)). It has $113M in annual revenue.

No red flags have been detected for Cross International Inc. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

Cross International Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. 96% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 97%. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

Cross International is a Christian non-profit organization focused on alleviating poverty primarily in Latin America, Africa and the Caribbean. Cross provides food, water, shelter, medical care, educational support and more through a network of gospel-centered partners around the world. Cross International Inc is classified as a religion organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2001.

Among religion charities registered in United States: Cross International Inc's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100 is in line with the peer average of 92/100. It allocates 96% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 97%. Its annual revenue of $113M is well above the peer average of $1M.

Yes, donations to Cross International Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Cross International Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 651086387, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

Verified against 6 official sources, last refreshed .

Annual revenue
$100M-$1B
96% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2025) why this matters
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Filing history

10 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2025, FY2020, FY2019, FY2018, FY2017, FY2016, FY2015, FY2014, FY2013, FY2012.
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Taxes

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Leadership

ZA
Zachary Oles
President/CEO

Officers & trustees (2)

Source: Public filings

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Kelly M•••••
President/CEO
ZA
Zachary O•••
President/CEO
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Latest news

From global news sources

10 articles found

From global news sources

Sentiment

Neutral

Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Kurdistan Region Allows New Licensed Drivers to Cross International Borders in Personal Vehicles - Kurdistan24
May 2026
www.kurdistan24.net
How many employees work at British Red Cross? - Revelio Labs
Apr 2026
www.reveliolabs.com
Red Cross Volunteer Brings International Humanitarian Law to Vermont Classrooms - American Red Cross
Apr 2026
www.redcross.org
The 24th Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Moot (Asia-Pacific Region) Concludes Successfully Handong Internationa
Mar 2026
www.icrc.org
Handong Univ. achieves 1st Korean win at int'l moot court competition - The Korea Times
Mar 2026
www.koreatimes.co.kr
The Principles of Humanity at Work | News Article | Greater New York Region - American Red Cross
Mar 2026
www.redcross.org
Red Cross International Humanitarian Law Conference on Humanitarian Assistance at Sea - Dalhousie University
Mar 2026
www.dal.ca
Cross International Soars in Financial Efficiency, Equipping the Persecuted Plummets - MinistryWatch
Feb 2026
ministrywatch.com
Detainee exchange in Sweida under supervision of Red Cross International Committee - ANHA
Feb 2026
hawarnews.com
AD1136: Tanzanians hold mixed views on cross-border mobility and immigration - Afrobarometer
Feb 2026
www.afrobarometer.org
Form filed
$113.0M revenue
FY2025
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Form filed
$52.6M revenue
FY2020
IRS_990
Form filed
$86.6M revenue
FY2019
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$104.5M revenue
FY2018
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$63.4M revenue
FY2017
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$93.0M revenue
FY2016
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$93.0M revenue
FY2015
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$91.8M revenue
FY2014
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$92.2M revenue
FY2013
PROPUBLICA
Form filed
$78.5M revenue
FY2012
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Peer charities

Other religion in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Cross International Inc This page 90 $113.0 million 96%
Rebuilt Parish Inc 93 $1.6 million 98%
Behind the Scenes 93 $56,843 100%
Arch Ministries 93 $209,863 100%
Episcopal Peace Fellowship 93 $90,128 100%
Art of Family Living 93 $276,279 90%
Willow Christian Academy 93 $369,642 89%
Global Baptist Training Foundation Inc 90 $786,135 100%
Best Missions Inc 90 $229,194 100%

Sources and verification

Refreshed

Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 2 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News
Supplementary verification
ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
100%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

GiveRadar combines public registry filings, ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, Charity Navigator, GuideStar, and news archives into a single 0-100 integrity assessment. We don't take a cut of any donation, ever.

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Quick facts about Cross International Inc

What is Cross International Inc?
Cross International Inc is a religion church (170(b)(1)(a)(i)) based in Pompano Beach, United States. Cross International is a Christian non-profit organization focused on alleviating poverty primarily in Latin America, Africa and the Caribbean. Cross provides food, water, shelter, medical care, educational support and more through a network of gospel-centered partners around the world.
When was Cross International Inc founded?
Cross International Inc was founded in 2001.
Who leads Cross International Inc?
Zachary Oles serves as President/CEO.
Where is Cross International Inc located?
Headquartered in Pompano Beach, United States.
What is Cross International Inc's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100M-$1B. 96% of expenses go to program services.
Is Cross International Inc trustworthy?
Cross International Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Cross International Inc's registration number?
IRS EIN: 651086387. Registration: 65-1086387 (United States).
What is Cross International Inc's website?
http://crossinternational.org