support to low-income students since its founding in 2002. By combining monetary scholarships with skill-building projects, the organization addresses both immediate economic barriers and enduring advancement needs.
### Beginnings and Purpose https://viethope.com.vn/
Created in 2002 by overseas Vietnamese students at Harvard University, VietHope sought to address institutional academic imbalances in Vietnam. The nonprofit’s mission—to equip economically challenged students through entry to learning—originates from recognition that economic hardship remains the primary barrier to academic continuation.
### Programs and Impact
1. Postsecondary Scholarship Program (University Support Program):
– Provides $300–$400 per year
– Beneficiaries need to demonstrate academic excellence (lowest GPA of 3.0)
– Gradual funding structure motivates scholastic continuation
2. Academic Development Program (Academic Advancement Program):
– Gives $150 per annum scholarships
– Contains career-specific training and career counseling
Outcomes:
– Higher education completion: 91% vs. 74% countrywide
– STEM enrollment: 68% vs. 42% countrywide
