Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields Raises $20 Million and Counting for Women and Girls Charities

Olivia Rodrigo's music festival, Daisy Chain Fields, has raised $20 million for charities supporting women and girls. The festival, held in Irvine, California, featured an all-woman lineup, including Chappell Roan, Doechii, and Bikini Kill. According to Associated Press, 100% of the net proceeds went to charities dedicated to advancing and advocating for women and girls.

Ahead of the festival, Rodrigo announced that the event had already raised $10 million, which was donated to 10 nonprofit partners, including Planned Parenthood, National Women's Law Center, and Black Mamas Matter Alliance. The Associated Press reported that philanthropist Melinda French Gates matched this amount with a surprise $10 million donation through her Pivotal Ventures.

The festival's focus on women's issues, including health, workplace protections, and legal rights, was reflected in the performances and messaging of the event. As Billboard noted, many artists, including Kathleen Hanna and Mitski, reminded fans to hydrate during the hot event, while also promoting a sense of community and solidarity. According to Consequence, Melinda French Gates praised Rodrigo as "a force" and noted that she was showing a new generation the importance of their voices.

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