Olivia Rodrigo, a Filipino-American singer-songwriter, thrilled her Filipino fans on Sept 10, 2024, by revealing the Manila leg of her much-awaited Guts World Tour.
In a Facebook post, the pop star revealed that all tickets, priced at P1,500, would have their proceeds donated to her charity, Fund 4 Good, which supports causes close to her heart.
The concert was a special Silver Star Show, held on Oct 5, 2024, at the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan, in front of a sold-out crowd of 55,000 fans.
The event’s highlight wasn’t just the electrifying music and the cause behind it.
All net proceeds from ticket sales were directed to Jhpiego, a global nonprofit organization that works to improve healthcare for women and families in developing countries.
Olivia Rodrigo’s commitment to women’s rights and healthcare access is unwavering. Her partnership with Jhpiego is a clear demonstration of her dedication to this cause, a cause that is deeply personal to her.
Following the show, Olivia expressed her joy and gratitude in an Instagram post:
“I’m SO stoked that all the net ticket sales from last night could be donated to @jhpiego through my Fund 4 Good. I visited the organization while I was in Manila and was impressed by their work in providing healthcare to women and girls in the Philippines. It was the most special show and the most meaningful trip,” she wrote.
Jhpiego is dedicated to delivering transformative healthcare solutions to women and girls worldwide, focusing on saving lives, ensuring safer pregnancies, and supporting families.
In collaboration with local governments, healthcare providers, and communities, they work to improve access to high-quality, lifesaving care for women and families in underserved regions.
Through this partnership, Rodrigo’s Fund 4 Good directly contributes to their ongoing work in the Philippines, providing much-needed support for vulnerable populations.
Rodrigo’s visit to Jhpiego during her stay in the Philippines was a profound experience for the singer. She witnessed firsthand the impact of the organization’s programs, designed to empower communities and ensure women worldwide have equitable access to high-quality healthcare.
Jhpiego Philippines took to their Facebook account to express their gratitude towards the singer.
Olivia Rodrigo’s Manila concert was a powerful statement of her dedication to making a difference.
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