Skyh Black, Kelli Ferrell and two Lewis host a surprise holiday giveaway at Decatur Walmart

In a surprising effort to brighten the holidays for local residents, actor Skyh Black, television personality Kelli Ferrell and producer Two Lewis transformed a Decatur Walmart into a “festive donation center” Tuesday night.

The trio partnered with the community organization Food in the City for the activation, which took place Dec. 23 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Walmart on N. Decatur Street, a spokesperson told Black business. The group surprised more than a dozen families by filling shopping carts with in-demand gifts, including PlayStations, smartwatches, action figures, games and various gadgets.

In addition to the pre-arranged toy display, the celebrities took to the aisles to personally hand out Walmart gift cards to unsuspecting shoppers. The generosity even spread to the parking lot, where the group stopped passing cars to present drivers with gift cards to help with their holiday expenses.

One of the most poignant moments of the evening occurred when the group presented a local mother with a $500 cash gift. Participants noted that the event was intended to provide immediate relief and joy to families navigating the financial pressures of the season.

“Christmas is my favorite holiday, and it really is worth giving back – especially when you see the smiles and feel the hugs from the kids and their families,” said Black, known for his role on BET’s All the queen’s men.

For producer and manager Two Lewis, husband of actress Naturi Naughton-Lewis, the event was a personal homecoming.

“Through my charitable initiatives, I have been doing several activations this holiday season. I love pouring into Atlanta, my hometown,” said Lewis.

A mission of support

The presence of these high-profile figures brought a palpable energy to the Decatur location. As families navigated the store, they were met not with typical holiday stress, but with an overwhelming show of support, coordinated by Jakeem Smith, founder of Food in the City, and Walmart Store Manager Henry Lacy.

The selection of items is curated to spark instant pleasure, ranging from essential household gadgets to the latest gaming electronics.

By personally guiding shoppers and loading carts, the team ensured that each recipient felt the “spirit of pouring in” into the community.

For many in Market 20, the gesture acted as a crucial bridge during a difficult economic season, proving that collective action can have a significant local impact.

Ferrell, seen on Bravo’s The Real Housewives of Atlantasaid her motivation came from her own journey.

“As a single mother of four girls, I love being able to help other single mothers who are doing their best,” she added.

The festive giveaway, held at Store 3118, ended with the group remaining on site to pose for photos with fans and residents, reinforcing the message that the true spirit of the season lies in direct service to others.

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