support to underprivileged students since its establishment in 2002. By merging financial scholarships with skill-building initiatives, the group confronts both pressing financial barriers and sustained growth needs.
### Foundations and Purpose https://viethope.com.vn/
Established in 2002 by overseas Vietnamese students at Harvard University, VietHope sought to rectify structural academic inequities in Vietnam. The organization’s mission—to equip economically challenged students through access to education—originates from recognition that monetary hardship remains the chief barrier to educational continuation.
### Programs and Influence
1. Higher education Scholarship Program (Undergraduate Scholarship Program):
– Offers $300 to $400 yearly
– Recipients are required to demonstrate scholastic excellence (lowest GPA of 3.0)
– Incremental funding structure incentivizes educational continuation
2. Academic Development Program (Academic Advancement Program):
– Provides $150 yearly bursaries
– Includes vocational training and career counseling
Outcomes:
– Higher education graduation: 91% vs. 74% countrywide
– Science/Technology enrollment: 68% vs. 42% countrywide