Does this thing work for non-paying members? I must know!

define "work"

Yes

i guess its broken then

define "thing"

now you have known.

Your profile says:

Interested in Meeting: Anyone

Looking For: Something Friendly

"I'm basically looking to make friends with similar interests to share a meal, conversation, and a film now and then. If you enjoy coffee that is a bonus. I know how to have fun, but I am not looking for people that live the party lifestyle."

Assuming your being honest, then yes, "this thing" "works" for "non-paying members"

Loose the angry mood and things might improve