UPN FOUNDATION

Every child deserves a chance.

A book to open. A meal to grow. A future to believe in.

We want to turn the power of our global podcast community into practical support for children facing hardship. Together, we can help create more opportunities to learn, grow and thrive.

Illustration of children sharing books and learning together in a modest community space
Illustrative artwork, not a photograph of UPN beneficiaries.
ONE VOICE, EVERYWHERE.

Let’s give that voice a purpose beyond the microphone.

OUR MISSION

Small acts of care.
Room for lasting change.

Founded by Daniel Lucas, this UPN initiative aims to help children in underserved communities around the world. Our starting priorities are simple: learning materials, nourishment and everyday essentials. Specific projects and local partners will be announced as they are confirmed.

01 / LEARNING

Open a world of possibility.

Our aim is to help children access books, school supplies and opportunities to keep learning.

02 / NOURISHMENT

Make room for growth.

We hope to support access to meals and basic necessities through clearly defined community projects.

03 / COMMUNITY

Connect people who care.

We invite listeners, guests and partners to contribute their time, resources and local knowledge.

YOUR NEXT STEP

Be part of a child’s brighter tomorrow.

You can help us shape the first project, introduce a community partner or offer supplies and volunteer support.

Contact Daniel to get involved ↗
TRUST BEGINS WITH CLARITY

A mission you can follow.

Clear projects

Before each fundraising project opens, this page will explain its purpose, intended recipients, budget and delivery plan.

Updates with substance

This space is reserved for confirmed project updates, spending summaries and outcomes as the initiative develops.

Children come first

We will share stories with care and use beneficiary photographs only with appropriate permission.

Project updates

We are preparing our first project. No completed projects, donation totals or beneficiary counts are claimed on this page.

UPN Foundation is presented here as a charitable initiative of Universal Podcast Network. Registered charity status has not been established on this website, and charitable tax receipts are not currently offered. Participation is voluntary and separate from podcast guest fees, sponsorships and advertising. Questions: daniel@universalpodcasts.com. Read our Privacy Policy.