support to underprivileged students since its inception in 2002. By combining financial scholarships with competency-developing projects, the organization tackles both pressing financial barriers and sustained growth needs.
### Origins and Purpose https://viethope.com.vn/
Established in 2002 by Vietnamese diaspora students at Harvard University, VietHope worked to rectify systemic educational inequities in Vietnam. The organization’s mandate—to empower economically challenged students through entry to learning—stems from understanding that monetary hardship remains the chief barrier to educational adherence.
### Programs and Impact
1. University Scholarship Program (University Support Program):
– Grants $300–$400 annually
– Recipients need to exhibit educational excellence (lowest GPA of 3.0)
– Gradual funding system motivates educational persistence
2. Scholastic Development Program (Academic Advancement Program):
– Gives 150 dollars per annum scholarships
– Contains professional training and occupational counseling
Outcomes:
– University degree attainment: 91% vs. 74% national
– STEM registration: 68% vs. 42% countrywide