Olivia Rodrigo Raises $20 Million With Daisy Chain Fields Festival Thanks to Matching Commitment From Melinda French Gates

Olivia Rodrigo's inaugural Daisy Chain Fields Festival raised $10 million for women's charities. The amount was then doubled to $20 million thanks to a matching commitment from philanthropist Melinda French Gates, according to Variety and Billboard.

The festival took place in Irvine, California, and featured a lineup of women artists and activists. According to Stereogum, the event had two stages, a walk path with messages highlighting milestones for women, and a philanthropy village with booths for ten nonprofit partners.

The festival was held amid an extreme heat warning, and organizers had preparations in place. Celebrities, including Drew Barr, were in attendance. The event also included activations for Rodrigo's brand partners, LEGO and Taco Bell.

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