support to economically disadvantaged students since its establishment in 2002. By combining monetary scholarships with capacity-building programs, the nonprofit addresses both immediate financial barriers and long-term developmental needs.
### Origins and Mission https://viethope.com.vn/
Founded in 2002 by Vietnamese-American students at Harvard University, VietHope aimed to resolve systemic academic imbalances in Vietnam. The group’s goal—to equip low-income students through access to learning—originates from acknowledgement that financial hardship remains the primary barrier to scholastic persistence.
### Programs and Effect
1. Higher education Scholarship Program (Undergraduate Scholarship Program):
– Grants $300–$400 annually
– Awardees must exhibit educational merit (minimum GPA of 3.0)
– Gradual funding structure incentivizes academic continuation
2. Academic Development Program (Academic Advancement Program):
– Gives 150 dollars annual bursaries
– Features career-specific training and career counseling
Results:
– Postsecondary completion: 91% vs. 74% national
– Science/Technology registration: 68% vs. 42% national
