Olivia Rodrigo's festival unites women and girls behind nonprofits promoting their well-being
Summary
Olivia Rodrigo held a music festival called Daisy Chain Fields in Irvine, California, that raised $20 million to support nonprofits focused on women's health, legal rights, and workplace protections. The festival featured women and queer artists and connected young people with organizations like Planned Parenthood and the National Women's Law Center.Key Facts
- Daisy Chain Fields raised $20 million for women's well-being causes.
- The festival had women-led music acts including Chappell Roan, Doechii, and Bikini Kill.
- $10 million was donated to 10 nonprofits before the festival, including Planned Parenthood.
- Melinda French Gates pledged an additional $10 million in support during the event.
- The festival aimed to connect Generation Z with nonprofit causes.
- Attendees engaged with nonprofits in a "philanthropy village" at the festival.
- The event was inspired by the 1990s Lilith Fair music festival, which also supported women's issues.
- President Donald Trump's administration had paused $27.5 million in family planning grants last year but restored the funding after pushback.
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