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Melinda Gates Doubles Olivia Rodrigo Daisy Chain Fields $20 M Nonprofit
The Hollywood Reporter • • general
Key Points:
- Olivia Rodrigo announced that Daisy Chain Fields raised $10 million for women-focused nonprofits during the festival, with Melinda French Gates doubling the donation to $20 million.
- Rodrigo expressed gratitude to the artists who performed for free and emphasized the importance of empowering women to live healthy, violence-free lives.
- The funds will be equally distributed among 10 beneficiary organizations, including Planned Parenthood, National Women’s Law Center, and Black Mamas Matter Alliance.
- Daisy Chain Fields, launched in 2026, featured performances from artists like Chappell Roan, Mitski, and Bikini Kill, with special guests Stevie Nicks, Karen O, and Sarah McLachlan.
- The festival's success was attributed to ticket buyers, artists waiving fees, sponsors, and donations, all supporting women and girls globally.
