This Week In Good Black News: Lil Baby And Lil Yachty Show Up For Atlanta, Nelly Brings Holiday Magic To St. Louis, Big Sean Levels Up In Detroit, And NLE Choppa’s Family Leads With Love
This week’s roundup is all about community, generosity, and giving back with intention.
From rappers turning the holidays into real-life moments of joy for kids, to hometown heroes reinvesting in their cities, to a powerful act of compassion that changed a family’s future as Black love was loud, visible, and deeply felt.
Get into this week’s Good Black News.
Lil Baby & Lil Yachty Spread Holiday Cheer in Atlanta
Atlanta saw a massive holiday toy drive thanks to rappers Lil Baby and Lil Yachty. Through Lil Baby’s The Jones Project and the Lil Yachty Foundation, the duo transformed a warehouse into a festive distribution hub where families received toys, tech, bikes, coats, gift cards, and essentials, serving over 2,000 children and families.
They even helped carry gifts and brought out seasonal fun with hot chocolate and special appearances from local mascots.
Nelly & Raising Cane’s Surprise St. Louis Kids with 100 Bikes
Nelly teamed up with Raising Cane’s and the Boys & Girls Club of Greater St. Louis to give away 100 brand-new bikes, turning a gym into a magical holiday scene filled with excitement.
Joined by Ashanti, the rapper brought back childhood joy and reminded families what the season’s truly about, which is smiles, community, and care.
Big Sean Named Creative Director for the Pistons
Detroit’s own Big Sean is leveling up!
The Grammy-winning artist was named Creative Director of Global Experience for the Detroit Pistons, bridging music, fashion, and sports culture to shape dynamic experiences for fans worldwide. It’s a major milestone for Black creatives in the crossover space of entertainment and athletics.
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NLE Choppa’s Mom Gives Memphis Family a Home
When a Memphis family lost their home in a fire, NLE Choppa’s mother, Angeleta Potts (“Momma Choppa”), stepped in with compassion: she offered them a rent-free home for two months, fully stocked with toys and essentials so the kids could stay together and enjoy Christmas.
It’s a heart-warming example of direct, meaningful giving in the community.
