Cross-Cultural Ministries Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The organization's mission is to put Gods love into action through educational and discipleship programs to disadvantaged children, youth and adults in community-based centers in partnership with individuals, churches and organizations.
- Income
- $268,014
- Spending
- $281,595
- Spent on programs
- 70%
- Reserves
- 0.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Employees
- 6
- Volunteers
- 52
- Highest pay
- $60,450, executive dir.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Weak: 40 out of 100. Higher than 8% of charities in its peer group (religion, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.3 months of spending.
Debt
2 of 20It owes 89% of what it owns.
Living within its means
4 of 15Spending exceeded income by 5% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 27% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1570% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 12 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Fair: 67 out of 100. Higher than 61% of charities in its peer group (religion, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 259 of 9 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
0 of 10Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
0 of 5Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.
Independent check of accounts
12 of 15Its accounts were reviewed or compiled by an independent accountant, but not audited.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (1)
- $197,186 spent. For the year ended July 31, 2025, Cross-Cultural Ministries, Inc. operated the following programs:Cross Cultural Ministries provides after school academic support and Christ centered discipleship for children and youth in the Chamblee community. Each week, CCM serves over 100 students through consistent programming at our Chamblee site, made possible by a dedicated team of approximately 50 volunteers alongside staff leadership.After School Academic Support and TutoringDuring the school year, CCM provided after school homework assistance and tutoring multiple days each week at our Chamblee site. Students received help completing assignments along with tutoring support in reading, English, and math. In addition to group support, select students received one on one tutoring to strengthen literacy and language skills.Bible Clubs and DiscipleshipCCM provided weekly Bible clubs for children at our Chamblee site, including a Kindergarten Bible club and Bible clubs for elementary students. These clubs create a consistent space for children to learn Scripture, hear the Gospel, and grow in Christian character. Discipleship for older students also included Bible study and mentoring for high school students, led by volunteer leaders and supported by staff.High School Youth DevelopmentCCM supported high school students through Bible study, mentoring, and opportunities to grow in leadership and service. Programming emphasized spiritual formation, character development, and practical life skills, while helping students grow in confidence and responsibility.Summer Learning and EnrichmentDuring the summer, CCM provided structured learning opportunities to support continued reading growth. Programs included reading focused sessions for elementary students and early literacy support for younger readers. CCM also partnered with local churches for summer enrichment experiences such as Vacation Bible School, with staff and volunteers helping students participate.Mentoring, Leadership Development, and Student Scholarship FundCCM intentionally invests in selected high school students by training and supporting them to serve as mentors and leaders with younger children in our programs. These student leaders assist with age appropriate activities, encouragement, and support in the learning environment, gaining valuable leadership experience and a heart for service.Through CCMs Student Scholarship Fund, the ministry also provides scholarship support to help students pursue future education. This year, two students are currently attending university with the help of CCM funding, and three additional high school students are active participants in the Student Scholarship Fund support pipeline as they prepare for their next steps after graduation.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Worth knowing.
The IRS does not require this organization to file annual returns.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since September 1993.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.
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