The nonprofit organization, an affiliate of the National Urban League, held its 39th annual Black and White Ball on Nov. 2 at the newly expanded Baird Center in downtown Milwaukee.

Nelly said in a press release ahead of the Ball, “Last year’s Black and White Ball was a huge success. St. Louis showed up in a big way, and we are excited for this year.

Fundraising at Nelly's Black& White Ball will help support more than 750 wishes in Missouri and Kansas. “They mean a lot, you know what I'm saying.

Last night (Sun., Dec. 6) at 1 a.m., the Chase Park Plaza had to shut the party down to make it stop at Nelly’s 4th Annual Black and White Ball. When staff informed Nelly and the powers that be ...

Moments from Nelly’s Black and White Ball at the Four Seasons hotel on Sunday, December 15, 2024 in St. Louis. A night of elegance, star-studded performances, and philanthropy.

Nelly’s annual Black and White Ball brought big-name celebrities to downtown St. Louis. The event is Nelly’s way of celebrating and giving back to the community.

Monica, left, and Ashanti walk the black carpet together while their dates watch from the side at the Black and White Ball in the Four Seasons in downtown St. Louis on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023.