Upstream Health Foundation
Breaking Barriers. Building Connections. Inspiring Resilience—Through Modern Technology
Transforming Lives Through Innovation and Connection
The Upstream Health Foundation is transforming how we face life’s challenges by combining modern technology with human compassion. Our mission is to empower individuals, connect communities, and create opportunities that inspire resilience and drive meaningful change.
By leveraging cutting-edge innovation, we foster collaboration, transparency, and access—uniting patients, researchers, clinicians, and communities to accelerate progress and improve healthcare outcomes. Together, we’re shaping a future where no one navigates their journey alone.
About Us
The Upstream Health Foundation is dedicated to breaking barriers and creating a more connected society. Founded by Clara and Pierre D’Haese, our mission is to leverage cutting-edge technology to ensure everyone has access to trusted knowledge, supportive communities, and meaningful opportunities.
Inspired by Clara’s personal journey of resilience, courage, and transformation, we are here to address the systemic challenges that isolate people—using technology as a bridge to empower individuals, support research, and foster human connection.
Our Mission
To create a healthier, more connected society by addressing challenges at their roots and fostering trust, collaboration, and innovation:
Using innovative technology Providing secure, accessible tools that prioritize privacy and empower individuals, communities, and healthcare stakeholders to connect and thrive.
Empowering individuals Offering trusted knowledge, pathways to treatments, and access to clinical trials while enhancing health outcomes through education, guidance, and support.
Supporting research and industry Partnering with industry and research institutions to connect them with verified, engaged participants, ensuring data integrity, accelerating breakthroughs, and fostering trust in clinical research.
Fostering community engagement Creating safe, upstream-focused spaces where individuals can share their stories, build peer support networks, and inspire resilience.
Advocating for patients Amplifying patient voices to promote transparency, trust, and empowerment in healthcare, bridging the gap between industry innovation and real-world patient needs.
While Driving Discovery & Impact
Technology Integration
Transforming healthcare through advanced diagnostics, blockchain-powered security, and AI-driven analytics. By prioritizing privacy and data protection, we ensure patient trust while enabling scalable, impactful solutions.Research and Development
Accelerating clinical research and therapy innovation with cutting-edge tools and funding support. Incorporating gamified incentives, we drive engagement and make participation rewarding, while safeguarding personal information through secure technologies.Decentralized Science & Wellness
Bringing advanced care and patient-focused trials to communities through decentralized science. Using privacy-first technology and secure platforms, we make groundbreaking research accessible, targeted, and inclusive for all.
How You Can Help
We can’t do this alone. Here’s how you can join us in building a better future:
Donate: Your contributions drive our mission to make trusted knowledge, treatments, and connections accessible to all.
Join Us: Whether you’re a technologist, researcher, storyteller, or supporter, we welcome your collaboration.
Spread the Word: Share our story and help us inspire others to take action.
Donate Today to Make a Difference
The Upstream Health Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, making all donations tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Your support helps us achieve our mission of advancing healthcare and improving lives by utilizing modern technologies for the greater good. Please inquire below for more details regarding involvement opportunities. Your donations are greatly appreciated.
Contact us
upstreamhealthfoundation@google.com
New York | Paris