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Philanthropy & Impact

Making a difference in the lives of others

"I want to do the right thing and help make a difference in any way that I can."

- Lisa Marie Presley

Charitable Work

Arts Education

Supporting music and arts education programs was close to her heart, believing in the transformative power of creative expression.

Disaster Relief

She provided crucial support to communities affected by natural disasters, helping with recovery efforts and rebuilding lives.

Children's Advocacy

Lisa Marie was a passionate advocate for children's rights and welfare, supporting numerous organizations dedicated to improving children's lives.

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Following in her father's footsteps, Lisa Marie was a dedicated supporter of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Elvis Presley had been one of the earliest supporters of the hospital, and Lisa Marie continued this meaningful connection throughout her life.

Research Support

Contributing to groundbreaking pediatric cancer research and treatment development

Patient Care

Supporting St. Jude's mission to never bill families for treatment, travel, housing, or food

Awareness

Using her platform to raise awareness and encourage support for children battling serious illnesses

Elvis Presley Charitable Foundation

As chairperson of the Elvis Presley Charitable Foundation (EPCF), Lisa Marie oversaw numerous initiatives that continued her father's legacy of giving. The foundation focuses on arts education, music preservation, and helping those in need in the Memphis area.

Presley Place

A transitional housing facility providing homeless families with shelter and support services

Youth Programs

Supporting music education and youth development initiatives in Memphis

Community Support

Providing grants and assistance to local organizations serving those in need

Presley Place Legacy

One of Lisa Marie's most significant philanthropic achievements was Presley Place, a transitional housing facility in Memphis that provided homeless families with up to one year of rent-free housing, child care, and career counseling. This innovative program demonstrated her commitment to creating lasting change in people's lives.

Housing Support

The facility offered rent-free apartments for families transitioning out of homelessness

Child Care Services

On-site child care services were provided to support working parents

Career Development

Residents received comprehensive career counseling and job placement assistance

Lasting Impact

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Dream Factory

Worked closely with the Dream Factory to fulfill dreams of critically and chronically ill children, bringing hope and joy to families facing difficult times.

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Healthcare Initiatives

Supported various healthcare organizations and research programs, contributing to medical advancement and patient care.

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Music Education

Championed programs providing musical instruments and education to underprivileged youth, fostering creativity and artistic expression.

Mental Health & Grief Advocacy

Lisa Marie Presley with her son Benjamin

Following the devastating loss of her beloved son Benjamin Keough in 2020, Lisa Marie Presley became a powerful voice for mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Through her raw, honest writing about grief, she helped break the stigma surrounding mental health and loss.

Breaking the Silence: Lisa's Essay on Grief

In her deeply moving essay for People Magazine, Lisa Marie bravely shared her journey through grief and offered support to others experiencing similar pain. Her words continue to provide comfort and understanding to those navigating the complex journey of loss.

"Death is part of life whether we like it or not — and so is grieving. There is so much to learn and understand on the subject, but here's what I know so far: One is that grief does not stop or go away in any sense, a year, or years after the loss."
Read Lisa Marie's Full Essay on Grief →
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

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Free and confidential support for people in distress

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Crisis Text Line

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Support, research, and advocacy

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Grief.com

Resources and support for those experiencing loss

Founded by grief expert David Kessler

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Continuing Her Legacy

Lisa Marie's dedication to mental health awareness and support for those experiencing grief continues to inspire and help others. Her courage in sharing her own journey has created lasting change in how we discuss and understand grief, loss, and mental health.

"I'm dealing with death, grief and loss, and doing my best to stay alive and to keep my daughters alive and happy. It's a real choice to keep going."

Lisa Marie Presley

Words of Impact

"Lisa Marie was a friend and dedicated supporter of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, carrying on her father's legacy. Her generosity and compassion touched the lives of many families and children in their time of need."

Richard C. Shadyac Jr.
President and CEO of ALSAC, St. Jude's fundraising organization

"Through her work with the Elvis Presley Charitable Foundation, Lisa Marie touched countless lives in Memphis. Her dedication to helping families in need through Presley Place showed her deep commitment to making a real difference in people's lives."

Jack Soden
CEO, Elvis Presley Enterprises

"Lisa Marie's openness about her own grief journey and mental health challenges helped break down stigmas and showed others they weren't alone. Her advocacy made a real difference in how we talk about these important issues."

David Kessler
Grief Expert and Author

A Legacy of Compassion

"My father's legacy was helping people, and that's what I want to do. I want to help as many people as I can."

Lisa Marie Presley

Throughout her life, Lisa Marie Presley embodied the spirit of giving that she inherited from her father, Elvis Presley. Her philanthropic work touched countless lives across multiple areas: from supporting children battling serious illnesses at St. Jude, to providing shelter for families in need through Presley Place, to advocating for mental health awareness and grief support.

Her dedication to charitable causes went beyond mere financial contributions. She gave her time, voice, and platform to raise awareness for causes close to her heart. Through the Elvis Presley Charitable Foundation, she ensured that her father's legacy of giving would continue to make a difference in Memphis and beyond.

Today, her spirit of compassion lives on through the institutions she supported and the lives she touched. Her work reminds us that true legacy isn't measured in years, but in the positive change we create in others' lives.