Questions answered in this file

Is The Cold Cases a charity?

No. It is an independent, for-profit media company, so contributions are not tax-deductible charitable donations.

Why not operate as a nonprofit?

Grant restrictions and board processes can slow decisions, while independent revenue lets the publication redirect resources and confront institutions quickly.

How is The Cold Cases funded?

Through $9.99 monthly professional directory listings and direct one-time or monthly reader support, with no advertising and no paywall.

Do families pay to submit a case?

No. Families are never charged to submit a community record or to contact professionals listed in the directory.

Who holds a for-profit publication accountable?

Published standards, named bylines, dated corrections, financial transparency, the law and readers who can report errors all provide accountability.