Nelly's Black and White Ball Showed St. Louis' Generous Heart
The Black and White Ball 2025 was a true celebration of St. Louis’ generous heart. Nelly, a longtime supporter of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, announced that 4-year-old Elijah Gilligan will be going on an all-expense paid trip to Disney World with his family. Nelly also surprised Harris-Stowe State University student Te’Ron Moore with a 4-year full ride scholarship as well as a new laptop, iPad and dorm supplies courtesy of Wal-Mart. Black and White Ball guests included Ashanti, Busta Rhymes, Doug E. Fresh, Metro Boomin, Jermaine Dupri, Ozzie Smith, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Oli Marmol, Ivan Herrera, Matt Adams, Jon Jay, Murphy Lee, Kyjuan, City, Slo’Down, Bryan-Michael Cox, Blanco Brown, Bone Crusher, Polow Da Don, Madison Rian and more.
