HHM Releases 2025 Community Involvement Highlights
The lawyers and staff at Harrington, Hoppe & Mitchell, Ltd. are dedicated to supporting the Mahoning Valley. We provide financial and in-kind support throughout the year to organizations that support economic development, healthcare, education, the arts, food distribution, youth sports and much more.
Our lawyers also serve on a variety of local boards and committees. You can read about all of our lawyers and their board service on the bio pages linked from our Attorneys page.
Support for Community Organizations & Events
In 2025, HHM lawyers were proud to contribute financial support or time to dozens of local organizations and events.
JANUARY
01.11.2025
Howland High School Band – Martin Boetcher and the firm were Concerto sponsors of the school’s annual Designer Bag Purse Bingo, which supports the Howland High School Band.
01.25.2025
St. Mary’s Knight at the Races – Kevin Murphy and HHM were proud sponsors of this event that supports various activities of the St. Mary’s Knights of Columbus Council.
FEBRUARY
02.21.2025
Panera Bread Knead for Knowledge & Children’s Cancer Center – Kevin Murphy was a proud sponsor of the annual “Battle by the Bay” tennis match benefitting the Children’s Cancer Center through the Panera Bread Knead for Knowledge Scholarship Program.
02.27.2025
Junior League of the Mahoning Valley – John Dellick was among the supporters of the “Beads, Bags and Bingo” event to benefit the Junior League of the Mahoning Valley.
MARCH
03.04.2025
Brightside Ribbon Cutting Ceremony – Shawna L’Italien (far right) attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the nonprofit’s new facility in Salem. HHM proudly supports the impactful work of Brightside and its dedication to empowering families and children in Columbiana and Mahoning counties.
03.07.2025
Alta Care Group – Martin Boetcher and the firm were proud sponsors of the “Roaring 20’s Casino Royale” fundraiser event, which supports children and families in the Mahoning Valley.
03.22.2025
United Local Varsity Softball Team – HHM’s sponsorship helped the team travel to Myrtle Beach, Fla., for a tournament. was among the sponsors of the softball team, supporting its
tournament in Myrtle Beach.
United Local Varsity Baseball Team – HHM was also a banner sponsor of the baseball team.
APRIL
04.04.2025
Sustainable Opportunity Development Center – Shawna L’Italien (pictured, second from right), who serves as board secretary for the SOD Center, was honored to attend and
engage with the Ohio Department of Development, local legislators, and business leaders at the center’s recent roundtable event and tour. The City of Salem was ranked 12th in the nation among micropolitan areas!
Clipping from this Salem News article here.
04.05.2025
Just for Kicks Benefit Auction – HHM was a gold sponsor for the Annual “Just For Kicks” Auction at John F. Kennedy High School. Funds raised support technology, classroom enhancement, academics, athletics and more.
04.10.2025
Threshold Residential Services Annual Gala – HHM and Marty Boetcher sponsored the organization’s 3rd Annual Gala and supported facility renovations for its “Open Door Opportunities” Day Program. The organization provides residential support, vocational programs and inclusive community initiatives for individuals with developmental disabilities.
04.10.2025
Mahoning County Juvenile Court Community Advisory Board’s Bags & Baubles – HHM was pleased to be among the sponsors for the advisory board’s annual event, which supports the court’s vital programs and education for at-risk youth and their families. Marty Boetcher represented HHM at the event, joined by Michelle Morelli, Tammy Bateman, Mark Finch, Iris Finch, Patricia Chambers, Barb Frasco and Ron Chambers.
JUNE
06.02.2025
Northeast Ohio Adoption Services – Kevin Murphy was a sponsor of the “Play It For The Kids” golf sponsorship fundraiser to support children and families in the region.
06.20.2025
Trumbull Mobile Meals – HHM was among the sponsors of the agency’s golf outing fundraiser at Riverview Golf Club in Braceville.
06.2025
Salem Beautification Committee – HHM sponsored a downtown flower planter in Salem to support the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce’s beautification initiative.
JULY
07.18.2025
Salem Regional Medical Center – Marty Boetcher and Shawna L’Italien were among the sponsors of the SRMC Golf Classic Fundraiser at the Links at Firestone Farms in Columbiana.
07.19.2025
Brightside Golf Outing – HHM was among the hole sponsors of the Salem nonprofit organization’s annual golf outing fundraiser.
AUGUST
08.04.2025
Warren JFK Boys Golf Team – HHM was a banner sponsor for the school’s golf team. James LaPolla (pictured, right) coached the team to its third consecutive state championship for division III high school golf.
08.13.2025
Tough Towers – Matt Ries was among the sponsors of the annual Tough Tower competition in North Jackson. Organized by Tri County Tower and STG Communications, the event brings together telecommunication tower technicians from across the United States to compete in various skills-based challenges of ability and dexterity.
08.24.2025
JFK Goaliners – Patrick Wilson was among the sponsors for the annual golf outing, which supports the John F. Kennedy High School football program.
08.24.2025
Humility of Mary Health Partners Panerathon – HHM was among the sponsors of the Panerathon in downtown Youngstown, which benefits the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center.
08.2025
Warren G. Harding High School – Matthew Ries supported the Warren football team with sponsorships for the football association, football program and the Warren Legends.
SEPTEMBER
09.06.2025
Ross Griffin Memorial – James LaPolla sponsored and participated in the annual golf outing.
09.14.2025
United Golf Sponsorship – The firm contributed to the United golf team sponsorship.
09.20.2025
Trumbull County Historical Society – HHM lawyers Matt Ries, Tom Carey and Alan Wenger were pleased to support the 2025 Oktoberfest on the Square fundraiser.
09.26.2025
Valley Partners – The firm was a sponsor for the annual golf outing, helping support the organization’s mission of promoting business growth and economic development in the
Mahoning Valley.
OCTOBER
10.17.2025
Community Agency of Columbiana County – HHM served as the Activity Sponsor and Tee/Green Sponsor for the agency’s 2025 golf outing fundraiser at Salem Golf Club.
10.25.2025
Sustainable Opportunity Development Center Gala – HHM was among the financial sponsors of the SOD Center’s economic development gala.
NOVEMBER
11.21.2025
Salem Regional Medical Center Gala – HHM was a sponsor for the hospital’s 2025 fundraising gala at Waypoint 4180 in Canfield.
DECEMBER
12.02.2025
Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley – HHM and Marty Boetcher supported the Community Foundation of Mahoning Valley and the Interfaith Home Maintenance Fund as part of the Giving Tuesday & Beyond event, the CFMV’s donation match initiative.
12.14.2025
Rotary Club of Warren – Patrick Wilson was among the sponsors of “Hometown Holidays,” a family-oriented New Year’s Eve celebration downtown.
ONGOING SUPPORT IN 2025
Kiwanis Club of Salem – Shawna L’Italien was a 2025 bronze sponsor of the club.
Piranha Aquatics Team – Shawna L’Italien helped support team operations as a 2025 bronze sponsor.
Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County – Marty Boetcher and the firm were glad to support the library’s annual campaign benefiting the Family Place Library at the Michael
Kusalaba Branch. The initiative promotes early learning opportunities for young children, parents and caregivers.
Salem Area Chamber of Commerce – HHM was among the organization’s 2025 sponsors.
High School Mock Trial Teams: John F. Kennedy and Niles McKinley – HHM sponsors high school mock trial teams at both Niles McKinley High School and John F. Kennedy High
School, coached by Matthew Ries (Niles) and James LaPolla (JFK). Both teams won the district tournament in January 2025 at the Trumbull County Courthouse (pictured below: Niles team; JFK team).
In February, at the regional competition, the Niles team (pictured below) won two Best Lawyer awards and a Best Witness award, while the JFK team (bottom photo) won a Best Witness award.
PRO BONO SERVICES
- HHM lawyer Kevin Murphy provided legal counsel to St. Vincent de Paul Northeast Ohio District Council on corporate and real estate matters.
- HHM lawyer Shawna L’Italien provided pro bono estate planning and probate assistance to individuals through Community Legal Aid and provided legal counsel to various charitable organizations on corporate and other legal matters.