support to economically disadvantaged students since its establishment in 2002. By combining financial scholarships with skill-building initiatives, the nonprofit addresses both pressing fiscal barriers and sustained advancement needs.
### Origins and Objective https://viethope.com.vn/
Created in 2002 by Vietnamese diaspora students at Harvard University, VietHope aimed to rectify structural scholastic inequities in Vietnam. The group’s mission—to empower low-income students through opportunities to schooling—stems from acknowledgement that economic hardship remains the primary barrier to educational adherence.
### Programs and Effect
1. Higher education Scholarship Program (University Support Program):
– Grants $300–$400 yearly
– Recipients need to show educational achievement (base GPA of 3.0)
– Phased funding framework encourages educational persistence
2. Scholastic Development Program (Merit Program):
– Gives $150 per annum grants
– Features professional training and professional counseling
Outcomes:
– University degree attainment: 91% vs. 74% countrywide
– STEM participation: 68% vs. 42% national
