Daisy Chain Fields Festival Raises $20 Million for Women-Focused Nonprofits: Olivia Rodrigo and Melinda French Gates Lead the Way
Olivia Rodrigo made a significant announcement at the Daisy Chain Fields festival, revealing that $10 million had been raised for women-focused nonprofits. Following her performance, she expressed gratitude to the musicians who participated in the event for free and the attendees who supported the cause. The total donation amount was then doubled to $20 million by Melinda French Gates, who was praised by Rodrigo for her dedication to empowering women and girls.
The 10 charities that will benefit from the funds raised at the festival include Baby2Baby, Black Mamas Matter Alliance, Center for Reproductive Rights, FreeFrom, Jhpiego, Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health, National Domestic Workers Alliance, National Institute for Reproductive Health, National Women’s Law Center, and Planned Parenthood. Rodrigo emphasized the importance of supporting organizations that work towards creating a better future for women and girls.
Daisy Chain Fields, launched in 2026, saw its inaugural year with a successful fundraising effort for its nonprofit partners. Rodrigo expressed her gratitude to everyone who contributed to the cause, including ticket buyers, artists who waived their fees, sponsors, and donors. The festival featured a lineup of diverse performers, with special guests such as Stevie Nicks, Karen O, and Sarah McLachlan adding to the event's appeal.
Despite an injury that led to Katseye dropping out of the lineup, the festival continued to showcase talented artists and raise awareness for important causes. The generosity and support shown by attendees, performers, and sponsors contributed to the success of Daisy Chain Fields and the significant donation made to women-focused charities. The impact of the event will be felt by the organizations working tirelessly to empower women and girls around the world.