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The Profile is published on the first Friday of each month; deadline for advertising and editorial copy is the fourth Wednesday of the preceding month. When the first Friday does not roll around until the 7^th, publication takes place on the last Friday of the previous month.

Debbie Brown founded the Washington Park Profile in October 1978 as an open community exchange published monthly, by and for residents of the Washington Park area. By the early 1980s, the mission had grown to one of "promoting the unity and revitalization of this neighborhood," and by the mid-‘90s the paper's reach had grown significantly, to include the neighborhoods of south-central and near southeast Denver, including Cherry Creek, the community surrounding the University of Denver and some 20 other neighborhoods. While striving for objective news coverage, The Profile has steadfastly supported the efforts of the residents of Denver's southeast quadrant to protect and enhance the quality of life in their community.

The Profile's 16,500 papers are distributed each month through a system of some 280 distribution points in grocery stores, restaurants, retail shops, recreation centers, libraries and the like, as well as outdoor boxes in the area bounded roughly by the Platte River, Quebec St., 6th Ave. and the south city limits. Mail subscriptions are available for $35 per year.

Features included in the Washington Park Profile include: Front Page News, The Publisher's View, Business As Usual, School News & Views, People Of South Denver, A Representative View, Letters To The Editor, From A Reader’s Pen, Classified & Service Directory Advertising, Home Sweet Home (real estate advertising), Arts & Entertainment, Calendar of Events, and many more timely features and stories.

Paul Kashmann began his career with The Profile as an advertising executive in November 1978. Finding the world of journalism an unexpectedly fine fit, Kashmann began writing for the fledgling publication shortly thereafter, moving quickly into the role of Editor, and then replacing Brown as Publisher in early 1983.

Eileen Abbattista joined The Profile in January 1995. Hired initially as office assistant, Abbattista's journalistic talents, relentless attention to detail, and commitment to the community quickly led to an expanded role as both Office Manager and Editor (and more recently, Art Director). Abbattista is a determined advocate for the grassroots concerns of human residents and other creatures dwelling in south-central and near southeast Denver neighborhoods, a consistent promoter of resiliency for ongoing environmental and social challenges, and a loyal supporter of Denver Public Schools.

Familiar names to all Profile readers, columnists Joan Hinkemeyer and Diana Helper have each graced our pages for nearly 30 years. Hinkemeyer's Gardening column continues to be among the most well-read Profile pages each month, while Helper's University Park News & Views has been an indispensable source of information for the University of Denver neighborhood – and indeed, the entire city – for the past quarter century-plus. Susan Dugan began her Profile career in 1996 covering the many public and private schools serving south Denver families. Dugan, who writes professionally for a variety of noted national publications, is presently heading into her 13th year chronicling the diverse individuals who make up our corner of the globe through her popular People Of South Denver column.

Tim Berland has been the indispensable graphic heart and soul of Washington Park Profile since 1989. Under the moniker of Timberland Graphics, Berland is responsible for advertising design and the physical layout of each edition, including website design. He is a creative force, doing his best to keep The Profile fresh and up-to-date, as well as our technological savior. Tim, along with assistant graphic guru, J. Patrick "Back In The Hills" O'Leary, fills similar shoes at a number of Denver's most respected monthly publications. Bronwen Abbattista, who literally grew up in the day-to-day hubbub of The Profile, masterfully handles the monthly maintenance of our website: www.washparkprofile.com.

Mr. O'Leary, meanwhile, has expanded his reach at The Profile to become Associate Editor, editing our expansive Calendar of Events and Arts & Entertainment listings, as well as providing a unique blend of legal and journalistic expertise which translates into exhaustive fact-checking, healthy skepticism and masterful writing skills.

Barbara Fuchs joined The Profile team in late 2007, filling important roles in administering our Classified/Service Directory and Home Sweet Home advertising programs, as well as filling the position of Accounts Receivable specialist. She has quickly become an integral member of our staff. When not attending to our well-respected small business advertisers, Fuchs teaches English at a northwest Denver Jesuit high school.

The Profile is most fortunate to have a trio of dedicated denizens of distribution responsible for seeing that The Profile finds its way into the hands of our readers promptly each and every month. Jesse Faulkner-Kashmann oversees our distribution program, ensuring that our paper is present in every south Denver location welcoming newspaper delivery, with steadfast assistance from longtime friend Jesse Paul. Fred Poindexter splits the distribution duties, and is a familiar face in the Washington Park East and Cherry Creek communities, as well as the neighborhoods east of Colorado Blvd.

Rounding out our current production crew are a dedicated group of stringers including: Ben Gerig, Don Preziosi, Art Guerin, Amy Allen,Ed Schott, Randy Crawford, Newly West and other occasional writers.

We would be remiss if we didn't mention the stalwarts who have filled the role of Security Director over the years. In memoriam we remember Scamper The Dog, Frank The One-Eyed Dog, and Kosho, all of whom have passed on to that great office in the sky.