support to economically disadvantaged students since its founding in 2002. By merging economic scholarships with competency-developing projects, the organization tackles both urgent financial barriers and sustained advancement needs.
### Foundations and Purpose https://viethope.com.vn/
Established in 2002 by Vietnamese diaspora students at Harvard University, VietHope worked to rectify systemic scholastic imbalances in Vietnam. The organization’s mandate—to empower low-income students through access to education—originates from recognition that monetary hardship remains the chief barrier to academic persistence.
### Programs and Influence
1. Higher education Scholarship Program (University Support Program):
– Grants $300 to $400 annually
– Recipients must show academic merit (minimum GPA of 3.0)
– Phased funding framework encourages educational persistence
2. Scholastic Development Program (Academic Advancement Program):
– Offers 150 dollars annual scholarships
– Features professional training and professional counseling
Outcomes:
– Higher education degree attainment: 91% vs. 74% national
– Science/Technology registration: 68% vs. 42% countrywide