named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Bulgaria Radio Ministry
Supports the establishment of Bulgaria’s first Christian radio station, including construction and equipment funding
COGO Weekly Gatherings
Holds weekly ministry meetings in Big Flats, NY, for teaching, prayer, and outreach coordination
Kenya Project
Supports the construction of the Ewaso Ngiro Worship Center and KCOM Bible School among the Maasai people, including drilling water wells and building infrastructure
Nepal Relief
Provides emergency aid including food, medical supplies, tents, and Bibles to communities affected by earthquakes in Nepal
Urdu Bible Distribution
Funds the printing and distribution of Bibles in Urdu for evangelistic crusades in Pakistan
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Christian Missionary and Church Planting Efforts 2 activities
- Conducting evangelistic crusades and street outreach in HaitiOrganized and conducted large-scale evangelistic crusades in Haiti attended by over 40,000 people, supported by daily street and door-to-door evangelism, and established a permanent church presence with a constructed 70' x 35' building in Meyer, Haiti.
- Supporting mission trips and international ministry outreachConducts mission trips to Kenya, Haiti, and Bulgaria, including spiritual ministry, church planting, and infrastructure support, while adapting outreach based on family and operational circumstances.
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School Infrastructure Development 1 activity
- Construction and completion of the MSOMI Training Center in Migori, KenyaDirected and funded the construction of the MSOMI Training Center in Migori, Kenya, including land purchase, foundation work, cement slab construction, roof installation, and final funding to complete the building. The completed center supports ministerial training and has catalyzed additional community infrastructure such as an orphanage, primary school, teachers college, and worship center.
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Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
- Providing disaster relief funding through missionary partnersAllocated $1,500 for earthquake relief efforts in Nepal via a missionary partner.
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Comprehensive Humanitarian Aid for Vulnerable Populations in Haiti 1 activity
- Providing humanitarian aid and community development in HaitiDelivers food, shelter, and daily medical assistance to homeless individuals in Haiti and supports small business development including a bakery, taxi service, and educational classes to create jobs and provide mentorship.
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Uncategorized 3 activities
- Domestic church operations and relocation in New YorkRelocated church operations from Painted Post to Corning, NY, and currently holds weekly meetings at the YMCA in Corning.
- Funding construction and development of the Ewaso Ngiro Worship Centre and KCOM Bible School in Narok, KenyaProvided funding for the purchase of land and construction of the Ewaso Ngiro Worship Centre near Narok, Kenya, which serves as a Bible school and base for Kenya Christian Outreach Ministries (KCOM), including support for temporary structures and a deep-water well.
- Funding expansion and operations of Eagle Publishing House in BulgariaFinanced the acquisition of a larger printing press, supported building expansion with funding for additional stories and attic space, and enabled the publication and distribution of over 150 Christian books, significantly increasing print capacity and outreach.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$66K
Contributions & grants$66K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$73K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$38K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$55K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$55K
2 years on record · 2024–2025 · YoY revenue +1.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAVID S COSGROVE | PRESIDENT | 60 | $16K |
| ELESE M COSGROVE | MEMBER | 40 | $16K |
| MATTHEW SCHILLING | MEMBER | 10 | $7K |
relationships · 30
Who they work with
- Agape Fellowship in Christ Partner — Church near Harrisburg, PA that has repeatedly welcomed COGO ministers for weekend ministry.
- Bishop John Okinda Partner — Collaborated on the construction of a ministry training center in Migori, Kenya.
- Bishop John Okinda Partner — Kenyan church leader in Migori who oversees the MSOMI Training Center and hosts COGO visits.
- Bishop Joseph Mutua Partner — Ministry partner in Nairobi, Kenya; invited COGO team to work in tribal regions.
- Christ Community Church of Damascus, MD Funder — Provided financial support for the Kenya mission project.
- Christian Hope Center Partner — Church in Corning, NY that has long supported COGO’s efforts in Kenya and Bulgaria by hosting visiting ministries.
- Cornerstone Christian Church Partner — Hosted David and Elese Cosgrove for ministry engagements and facilitated media outreach through TBN-TV.
- Eagle Publishing House Partner — Partner ministry led by Pastor Niki and Rossi Markov, supported by COGO through funding for printing press and building expansion.
- Eagle Publishing House Partner — Supported the expansion of the Eagle Publishing House in Bulgaria through fundraising and delivery of a larger printing press.
- Eddy Francois Partner — Local pastor and early ministry partner in Haiti.
- Faith Temple Community Church Partner — Local church in Elmira, NY that hosted COGO ministers and supported overseas work.
- IFL ministries (Institute for Foundational Learning) Partner — Ministry partner in the Philippines where COGO supported a Bulgarian missionary for a year-long assignment.
- Institute for Foundational Learning (IFL) Partner — Supported missionary deployment to IFL in the Philippines for foundational Christian education and training.
- Legliz Kay an Kay Partner — Indigenous house church network in Haiti developed through long-term discipleship and partnership.
- Living Word Free Evangelical Partner — Local church in Elmira, NY that hosted COGO ministers and contributed to overseas missions.
- Niki and Rossi Markov Partner — Long-time friends and ministry partners in Silistra, Bulgaria, collaborating on communication and publishing initiatives.
- PEFA (Pentecostal Evangelical Fellowship of Africa) Partner — Collaborated with PEFA to address the need for formal Bible training among its network of over 4,000 churches in Kenya.
- Pastor Eddy Francois Partner — Longstanding ministry partner in Haiti since 1982, collaborating on church planting and large evangelistic crusades.
- Pastor Emil Nedelchev Partner — Bulgarian pastor partnering with COGO on outreach projects in Silistra, including construction of a recreational area and café.
- Pastor Jackson Kenanda Partner — Collaborates on church and Bible school construction in the Maasai region of Kenya.
- Pastor Jackson Kenanda Partner — Kenyan pastor partnering with COGO in church planting and ministry in Ewaso Ngiro, Kenya.
- Pastor John Okinda Partner — Local ministry partner in Migori, Kenya, collaborating on construction and leadership of the MSOMI training center.
- Rev. John Okinda Partner — Partnered with COGO to develop a church leadership training center in Kenya.
- WOMF (World Outreach Ministry Foundation) Partner — Co-laborer in supporting the Ewaso Ngiro church/Bible school project and sending teams for ministry.
- Wellspring Fellowship Government — Fiscal sponsor or donation processing partner for Cross Over Global Outreach's Haiti ministry.
- World Outreach Ministry Foundation Partner — Collaborated with COGO on a joint evangelistic mission in Kenya, including a week-long crusade and church development.
- World Outreach Ministry Foundation Partner — Collaborates with COGO on ministry projects in Kenya and Bulgaria, including land surveys and construction planning.
- World Outreach Ministry Foundation Partner — Joint construction of a Bible school and church in Kenya.
- World Outreach Ministry Foundation (WOMF) Partner — Collaborating ministry organization in Uganda and Kenya, co-hosting conferences, crusades, and local ministry efforts.
- World Outreach Ministry Foundation (WOMF) Partner — Partnered with WOMF for evangelistic crusades and ministry efforts in Kenya, including joint missions in Ewaso Ngiro.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Evangelism Through Direct Engagementmethodology: crusade-based church plantingBy using crusades, door-to-door outreach, and short-term mission trips, the organization catalyzes spiritual participation and church growth because immersive, face-to-face evangelism creates personal conviction and community momentum.
- Faith-Based Holistic Revivalmethodology: spiritual_resurrection_modelBy integrating spiritual, emotional, and physical engagement through a spiritual resurrection model, the organization seeks to revive devastated communities because holistic intervention reflects divine restoration and fosters comprehensive transformation.
- Locally-Led Vision Empowermentmethodology: local-leadership-leverageBy supporting national Christian leaders to fulfill their locally driven visions through resource and capacity building, the organization amplifies sustainable, culturally grounded ministry impact because local ownership increases relevance, trust, and long-term engagement.
- Relationship-Based Mission Advancementmethodology: relationship-based-fundraisingBy leveraging divinely orchestrated personal relationships and acting as a liaison between resources and national leaders, the organization advances mission work because trust-based connections increase funding reliability and deepen cross-cultural collaboration.