Community Service And Involvement
At Hicks & Funfsinn, one of our core values is a deep commitment to giving back to the communities we serve here in Kentucky. We believe our responsibility extends beyond providing exceptional legal services; it’s about actively contributing to the well-being and growth of our neighborhoods.
Our team is dedicated to making a positive impact through various sponsorships, community events, and hands-on volunteer work. We strive to build and nurture meaningful relationships, ensuring that we are not just serving our clients, but also supporting the broader community in meaningful ways.
It’s this genuine involvement that we believe truly upholds our civic duty and fosters a stronger, more connected Kentucky.
2024
February
We are excited and proud to once again partner with @lafayettegeneralssports and @lafayettebaseball1939 to be one of their Baseball Field Sponsors for 2024.
February
We’re very proud of our Attorney Greg Funfsinn for volunteering as Coach of the 1st Grade Bruins in the I Am 3rd Winter Basketball League. He coached his team to a winning record and had a fun season!
February
Hicks & Funfsinn is ecstatic to announce we will be an official sponsor of the LEXINGTON LEGENDS for the 2024 baseball season. The Hicks & Funfsinn Stables offers the perfect hangout spot including music, games and more. Also, Founding Partners and H&F Attorneys Josh Hicks and Greg Funfsinn are honored to be among the local investors who helped Andy Sandler and Temerity Baseball bring the Lexington Legends back to Lexington, Kentucky. We are thrilled to welcome the new mascot Mighty Lex to Kentucky and to bring the Mustache and Green & Blue back.
March
Hicks & Funfsinn was proud to sponsor the Kentucky Bar Foundation’s statewide fundraiser – “An Evening with Goose Givens”. Goose, a UK basketball icon, shared stories, insight, and memories from his athletic career. The Kentucky Bar Foundation, Inc. (KBF) is a nonprofit organization serving as the charitable arm of Kentucky’s legal community. Its mission is to further the public’s understanding of the judicial system and the legal profession through programs and philanthropic partnerships that help those in need.
April
We are excited to announce that Hicks & Funfsinn have received the Gold Medal as the 2024 Smiley Pete’s Best Law Firm in Lexington as published in the Chevy Chaser and Southsider magazines.
April
Hicks & Funfsinn attorney Mitch Whitaker recently joined a panel at the University of Kentucky’s Workers’ Compensation Institute to discuss practice tips for new lawyers. The Workers’ Compensation Institute has been Kentucky’s leading educational program for the Workers Compensation bar for the last 26 years.
April
We are proud to be a Scoreboard Sponsor for the Frankfort High School Panthers! It was an honor to be recognized before their home game and to see Sawyer and Gus throw the ceremonial first pitches. Here’s to a great season for the Panthers and many more opportunities to support our local teams!
June
Hicks & Funfsinn enjoyed sponsoring the Lexington Human Society’s Mutt Strut 5K. A dog walk to benefit the animals!
June
To commemorate Juneteenth, Hicks & Funfsinn is pleased to announce our role as a presenting sponsor for the Juneteenth Celebration at the Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center. Since its reopening in 2009, the Lyric Theatre has been instrumental in showcasing cultural creativity and fostering community bonds in Lexington. The Theatre features a variety of disciplines, spanning from captivating music concerts to dynamic dance and theater productions. Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC is committed to furthering our support as allies of the African American community.
July
We were fortunate to have our trusted attorney Langdon Worley represent Hicks & Funfsinn as she spoke as a panelist for the Fayette County Bar Association’s Women Lawyers Event, “The Female Verdict: A Roundtable Discussion About Balancing Life While Practicing Law.”
August
Gus and Sawyer were back in the studio with their furry friend Petey making a new commercial.
August
Hicks & Funfsinn proudly sponsored the Flood with Love festival in Versailles.
August
There was a guest appearance by Petey who helped give some sweet swag out!
December
The Greater Lexington Paralegal Association was very generous in their awards this year. Attorney Langdon Worley received the Most Supportive Attorney, Paralegal Lara Hirst received the President’s Award, and our firm was awarded Most Supportive Employer.
December
Hicks & Funfsinn presented their fourth annual Tunes for Toys at the Burl!
December
Tunes for Toys was a hit! We collectively raised dozens of toys and over $3,000 to benefit the Nest’s Reindeer Express Toy Drive.
2023
February
Hicks & Funfsinn hit a “home run” by sponsoring a field and banner for Bluegrass Little League, supporting youth baseball in the Bluegrass.
November
Hicks & Funfsinn proudly put on the 3rd Annual Tunes for Toys charity concert, which benefits The Nest.
November
Hicks & Funfsinn was honored to attend and help sponsor the Grand Opening Celebration for Erin’s Hope for Friends Kentucky in Lexington last evening. Erin’s Hope for Friends is changing the lives of autistic teens and young adults with opportunities to connect and create lasting friendships. Attorneys Josh Hicks Greg Funfsinn and Aaron Ann CF were proud to serve as emcees for this wonderful event.
July
Hicks & Funfsinn was proud to be a Silver Sponsor for the 2023 Reece Potter Basketball Camp. This great event gives a basketball camp experience to many kids who may not otherwise get one.
June
Hicks & Funfsinn was extremely honored to be the Presenting Sponsor for the MADD Kentucky 2023 Kentucky Law Enforcement Recognition Event Frankfort.
June
Hicks & Funfsinn was extremely honored to be the Presenting Sponsor for the MADD Kentucky 2023 Kentucky Law Enforcement Recognition Event Frankfort.
Hicks & Funfsinn was blessed to be able to sponsor the Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center’s Juneteenth event, Lexington’s Premier Juneteenth Celebration: A Night of Art, Culture and Inspiration at the Lyric Theatre!
Hicks & Funfsinn was blessed to be able to sponsor the Lyric Theatre & Cultural Arts Center’s Juneteenth event, Lexington’s Premier Juneteenth Celebration: A Night of Art, Culture and Inspiration at the Lyric Theatre!
May
Hicks & Funfsinn loved sponsoring Bluegrass Little League’s Field 4!
Congratulations to Fleming County High School Senior Dylan DeAtley for winning the 2nd Annual Hicks & Funfsinn Scholarship!
April
Hicks & Funfsinn was excited and proud to partner with Lafayette High School and Lafayette Baseball to be one of their Baseball Field Sponsors.
March
Live in the studio! Josh Hicks and Greg Funfsinn were with WEKU News Director Stan Ingold, supporting NPR and 88.9 WEKU. Hicks & Funfsinn is a proud underwriter of WEKU.
Hicks & Funfsinn was proud to be a sponsor for the 2023 Bluegrass Rangers 8U Team!
2022
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC is a proud Corporate Underwriter of 88.9 WEKU NPR.
December
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was a proud sponsor for Lexington’s Hannukah Celebration 2022 in Triangle Park.
December
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC sponsored, and staff volunteered at the Nest’s Reindeer Express, which provides toys, blankets, coats and food for families in need in the Lexington community.
December
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was the presenting sponsor of the 2nd Annual Tunes for Toys event at The Burl in Lexington, which raised over $6,000 and collected around 100 toys for the Nest, which helps women, children and families in need.
November
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC sponsored the 2022 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction, with Founding Partner Greg Funfsinn chairing the event, which raised over $174,000 to help moms and babies.
October
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was a sponsor and participated in the 2022 Kentucky Walk Like MADD 5k at the Capitol Building in Frankfort.
September
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was one of the sponsors of A Night for the Nest in Lexington, supporting the Nest’s mission of providing a safe and healing place for education, counseling, advocacy and support for individuals impacted by domestic violence.
August
Hicks & Funfsinn Attorney Mitch Whitaker assisted victims displaced by the catastrophic flooding in Eastern Kentucky with their FEMA applications.
July
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was a sponsor of the Sweet Land of Liberty Music Festival
June
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC helped sponsor and support the Lexington Pride Festival.
May
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was honored to award the First Annual Hicks & Funfsinn Scholarship in Flemingsburg, Kentucky, the hometown of Founding Partner Josh Hicks.
April
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was the 2022 Sponsor of Field 6 at Cardinal Run Park South for the Bluegrass Little League. Happy to support kids being active in Lexington!
March
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was a sponsor of the 2022 Bowl for Kid’s Sake, in support of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass.
2021
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was a proud Corporate Sponsor of 88.9 WEKU NPR.
December
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was the presenting sponsor for the inaugural Tunes for Toys event, benefitting The Nest.
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC sponsored, and staff volunteered at The Nest’s Reindeer Express, which provides toys, blankets, coats and food for families in need in the Lexington community.
November
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was a sponsor for the 2021 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction, which supports families and mothers with babies born prematurely.
July
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was a sponsor and supported The Nest’s Family Fun Day, a wonderful, free community event full of family fun.
June
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC proudly sponsored the Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass Scavenger Hunt for Kids’ Sake.
April
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was the 2021 Sponsor of Field 6 at Cardinal Run Park South for the Western Little League. Happy to support kids being active in Lexington!
2020
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was a proud Corporate Sponsor of 88.9 WEKU NPR.
Founding Attorney Greg Funfsinn volunteered to coach the 2020 Wee Ball White Sox Team with the Western Little League. We were also honored to help sponsor the weeball and teeball field.
December
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was proud to help sponsor the 2020 Reindeer Express for The Nest.
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was proud to support the Louisville Zoo Fund.
October
Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC was a “Lead Defender” for the 2020 Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass 10 for $10 fundraiser.
July
We proudly sponsored the Three-Gaited Grand Championship trophy at the 2020 Lexington Junior League Horse Show.
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2019
September
On September 29th, 2019, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, attended and sponsored A Night for The Nest – Center for Women, Children and Families at Castle & Key in Frankfort. The Next provides a safe place for education, counseling, and support to children and families in crisis. Their programs focus on the prevention of physical and sexual abuse, neglect of children, and the stabilization of the family unit.
September
On September 20th, 2019, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, were the Presenting Sponsor for, and attended, the Dress for Success Lexington Recycle the Runway fundraiser at Limestone Hall in Lexington.
September
On September 17th, 2019, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, attended the Lexington Community Radio on Common Ground event at the Kentucky Theater. We were proud to join the conversation about identity, and how we define the Lexington Community.
July
On July 6th, 2019, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, sponsored the Little Angels in Action Campaign Against Drunk Driving at the Genesis Center in Lexington.
June
On June 29th, 2019, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, attended Lexington Pride Festival at the Courthouse Plaza in Lexington.
On June 13th, 2019, Greg Funfsinn successfully fulfilled all the graduation requirements of the community service program Leadership Lexington, an educational opportunity developed, supported and taught by the foremost contributors to the continuing economic health and unique quality of life in Lexington, Kentucky.
May
On May 18th, 2019, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, sponsored and attended the Picnic With the Police in Douglass Park in Lexington.
On May 14th, 2019, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, attended the Say Yes Lex Breakfast Summit where we learned more about various mentoring programs in Lexington.
May
On May 1, 2019, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, was a Gold Sponsor for the 2019 Fayette County Bar Association Law Day Luncheon at the Downtown Hilton in Lexington.
Beginning in May 2019, members of Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, volunteered with Lexington Habitat for Humanity and LEX18 to build and sponsor a new home for Lexington resident Mona Ashby.
https:// www.lex18.com/ news/covering-kentucky/ habitat-house- dedicated-to-lexington- family-volunteers
April
On April 27, 2019, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, attended and helped sponsor the 1st Annual DiverCity Festival at the Robert F. Stephens Courthouse Plaza in Lexington, which included a performance by our talented friends, The Local Honeys.
March
On March 16, 2019, Team Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, participated in the Shamrock Shuffle 3k in downtown Lexington benefitting affordable housing through Lexington Habitat for Humanity.
ton volunteering at God’s Pantry Food Bank. We repackaged part of a 330 pound box of General M
On March 15, 2019, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, spent the morning in Lexingills Banana Split Cereal into 1 pound bags and 8 pound boxes to be used by hundreds of families in need.
ton volunteering at God’s Pantry Food Bank. We repackaged part of a 330 pound box of General M
On March 15, 2019, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, spent the morning in Lexingills Banana Split Cereal into 1 pound bags and 8 pound boxes to be used by hundreds of families in need.
March
In March of 2019, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, took part in the 3rd Annual KY Legal Food Frenzy Hunger-Relief Campaign. As part of that campaign, we collected the equivalent of 12,669 pounds of food through donations and won the Solo Firm category of the competition for the 2nd year in a row.
https:// kyfoodfrenzy.com/ leader-board/
https:// kyfoodfrenzy.com/ leader-board/
January
On January 3, 2019, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, became a major supporter of 88.9 WEKU and Eastern Standard hosted by Tom Martin. Eastern Standard is a weekly, locally produced current affairs program that covers the lives and times of the people of central and eastern Kentucky.
2018
December
On December 22, 2018, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, bought 7 pallets (13,440 bottles) of water from CostCo to deliver to the Tyler Childers Martin County Water Drop Off at the Roy F. Collier Community Center in Inez, Kentucky.
December
On December 14th, 2018, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, spent the afternoon volunteering for the Reindeer Express event at The Nest Center for Women, Children, and Families. We spent a few hours packing and loading toys for Christmas, diapers, and boxes of food for children and women in need.
December
On December 7th, 2018, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, was very happy to donate a large box of Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, reusable grocery bags to the Big Blue Pantry at University of Kentucky for students in need of canned goods or toiletries or who are experience food insecurity or hunger. Support the Big Blue Pantry at uky.networkforgood.com
November
On November 20th, 2018, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, delivered frozen turkeys to First Baptist Church Bracktown in Lexington with Jay Alexander from 107.9 The Beat.
September
On September 22, 2018, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC had a firm outing to volunteer on a house for Lexington Habitat for Humanity.
On September 15, 2018, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, attended Festival Latino De Lexington.
July
On July 18, 2018, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, won the 2018 Lexington Lawyer Softball League in Lexington.
May
On May 20, 2018, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, participated in the March of Dimes March for Babies at Keeneland in Lexington. We were happy to support such a wonderful cause.
April
On April 21, 2018, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, attended the Lexington Dream Factory Annual Gala at Taylor Made Farm in Lexington.
March
From March 15th to April 2nd, 2018, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, took part in the 2nd Annual KY Legal Food Frenzy Hunger-Relief Campaign. As part of that campaign, we collected the equivalent of 61,015 pounds of food through donations and won the Solo Firm category of the competition.
https:// kyfoodfrenzy.com/ awards/
https:// kyfoodfrenzy.com/ awards/
March
On March 3, 2018, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, spent the afternoon volunteering at God’s Pantry Food Bank in Lexington.
February
On February 3, 2018, Hicks & Funfsinn, PLLC, spent the day building window headers and door jambs at Lexington Habitat for Humanity for their home builds throughout the year. It was 30 years ago that Lexington Habitat dedicated their first home. We are proud to partner with such a fantastic organization.
