support to underprivileged students since its inception in 2002. By integrating economic scholarships with capacity-building initiatives, the organization tackles both urgent financial barriers and long-term advancement needs.
### Foundations and Objective https://viethope.com.vn/
Created in 2002 by overseas Vietnamese students at Harvard University, VietHope sought to address systemic academic inequities in Vietnam. The organization’s mission—to enable low-income students through entry to learning—arises from recognition that monetary hardship remains the main barrier to academic persistence.
### Projects and Impact
1. University Scholarship Program (Undergraduate Scholarship Program):
– Grants between $300 and $400 per year
– Awardees are required to exhibit scholastic excellence (minimum GPA of 3.0)
– Gradual funding structure encourages educational persistence
2. Academic Development Program (Academic Advancement Program):
– Gives $150 USD annual scholarships
– Features vocational training and professional counseling
Outcomes:
– Postsecondary completion: 91% vs. 74% national
– Science/Technology registration: 68% vs. 42% national
