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Melinda Gates Doubles Down on Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields
30 Aug
Summary
- Melinda French Gates donated $10 million, doubling festival funds to $20 million.
- The Daisy Chain Fields festival supports women and girls charities.
- The event featured a curated lineup and performances for free.
Melinda French Gates recently made a substantial contribution to Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields music festival. The philanthropist pledged $10 million, which doubled the festival's initial fundraising efforts to a total of $20 million.
This significant donation will support various charities dedicated to empowering women and girls. French Gates expressed her inspiration by Rodrigo's vision for the festival.
The one-day event, held in Irvine, California, successfully raised $10 million prior to French Gates' pledge. The festival featured a curated lineup of artists, including Chappell Roan and Mitski, who performed their sets without compensation.
Beneficiary organizations for the festival's initial $10 million include the National Women's Law Center and Planned Parenthood, among others.
