support to economically disadvantaged students since its establishment in 2002. By combining financial scholarships with skill-building programs, the organization tackles both pressing fiscal barriers and sustained developmental needs.
### Foundations and Objective https://viethope.com.vn/
Established in 2002 by Vietnamese diaspora students at Harvard University, VietHope worked to address structural scholastic imbalances in Vietnam. The organization’s mandate—to equip economically challenged students through entry to schooling—stems from understanding that economic hardship remains the chief barrier to scholastic adherence.
### Projects and Impact
1. Postsecondary Scholarship Program (Undergraduate Scholarship Program):
– Grants between $300 and $400 annually
– Beneficiaries need to show academic excellence (lowest GPA of 3.0)
– Incremental funding structure motivates academic persistence
2. Scholastic Development Program (Academic Advancement Program):
– Provides $150 per annum scholarships
– Includes professional training and occupational counseling
Results:
– University degree attainment: 91% vs. 74% countrywide
– Technical fields participation: 68% vs. 42% countrywide
