support to underprivileged students since its inception in 2002. By combining economic scholarships with competency-developing programs, the organization tackles both pressing fiscal barriers and enduring growth needs.
### Foundations and Mission https://viethope.com.vn/
Founded in 2002 by Vietnamese diaspora students at Harvard University, VietHope aimed to address institutional educational inequities in Vietnam. The nonprofit’s goal—to equip impoverished students through opportunities to schooling—stems from acknowledgement that monetary hardship remains the primary barrier to scholastic continuation.
### Projects and Impact
1. Higher education Scholarship Program (Undergraduate Scholarship Program):
– Offers $300 to $400 per year
– Awardees need to show academic achievement (base GPA of 3.0)
– Phased funding framework incentivizes educational adherence
2. Merit Development Program (Academic Advancement Program):
– Gives $150 annual bursaries
– Features career-specific training and occupational counseling
Results:
– University completion: 91% vs. 74% nationwide
– Science/Technology participation: 68% vs. 42% countrywide
