Olivia Rodrigo’s festival is uniting women and girls behind nonprofits promoting their well-being
Summary
Olivia Rodrigo held a benefit music festival called Daisy Chain Fields to support women’s well-being. The event raised $20 million for nonprofits focused on women’s health, legal rights, and workplace protections. Philanthropist Melinda French Gates also donated $10 million during the festival, highlighting the power of young voices.Key Facts
- Olivia Rodrigo’s festival raised $20 million for women’s well-being charities.
- A $10 million donation was made to 10 nonprofits, including Planned Parenthood and the National Women’s Law Center.
- Melinda French Gates pledged an additional $10 million through her organization, Pivotal Ventures.
- The festival featured women-led and queer artists to promote issues like women’s health and legal rights.
- The event included a “philanthropy village” where attendees could learn about the nonprofits and their work.
- The festival aimed to engage younger generations who often prefer informal giving and want authenticity.
- The effort comes amid President Donald Trump’s attempts to change family planning funding for reproductive health clinics.
- Attendees expressed hope and connection through music and activism at the festival.
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