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Olivia Rodrigo Festival Spotlights Nonprofits

The pop star's festival paired performances with support for women-focused nonprofits.

from 8 sourcesUpdated Aug 30, 7:37pm ET

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Olivia Rodrigo’s inaugural Daisy Chain Fields festival in Irvine, California, raised $10 million for nonprofits supporting women and girls, then reached $20 million through a matching commitment from Melinda French Gates. The benefit was held at Great Park and drew a women-led lineup that included Chappell Roan, Doechii, Bikini Kill, Santigold and Rodrigo as headliner. Rodrigo’s set included appearances by Stevie Nicks, Sarah McLachlan and Alanis Morissette. The money is aimed at groups working on women’s health, workplace protections and legal rights.

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Olivia Rodrigo’s Daisy Chain Fields festival was a strong inaugural event with memorable moments, standout performances, and a celebratory atmosphere. Even with difficult heat and humidity, the festival came across as successful, joyful, and worth praising.

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