Patch Seeks Acts of Kindness in Ellicott City

T-Mobile partners with Patch on "Good Deeds, Great Communities" initiative to spotlight local generosity.

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

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Patch has launched a nationwide campaign called "Good Deeds, Great Communities" in partnership with T-Mobile to encourage people in Ellicott City, Maryland to share stories of kindness and good deeds happening in their community. Patch will select one community to receive a $500 charitable donation to a local nonprofit based on the submissions received.

Why it matters

This initiative aims to highlight the many ways that residents in Ellicott City support one another through small acts of kindness, which can have a meaningful impact on the community. By sharing these stories, Patch hopes to inspire more people to get involved and look for opportunities to lend a helping hand.

The details

Patch is accepting submissions from Ellicott City residents about acts of kindness they have either performed themselves or witnessed. Submissions will be open through March 31, 2026, and can be entered through a form on Patch's website. At the end of the submission period, Patch will select one community to receive a $500 charitable donation to a local nonprofit.

  • The submission period for acts of kindness in Ellicott City is open now through March 31, 2026.

The players

Patch

A hyperlocal news platform that covers communities across the United States, including Ellicott City, Maryland.

T-Mobile

The telecommunications company that has partnered with Patch on the "Good Deeds, Great Communities" initiative.

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What’s next

At the end of the submission period, Patch will select one community to receive a $500 charitable donation to a local nonprofit based on the acts of kindness shared by residents.

The takeaway

This campaign is an opportunity for the Ellicott City community to come together and celebrate the small acts of generosity that make a big difference in people's lives. By sharing these stories, residents can inspire others to look for ways to support their neighbors and strengthen the sense of community in Ellicott City.