support to underprivileged students since its establishment in 2002. By integrating financial scholarships with capacity-building projects, the organization confronts both urgent fiscal barriers and sustained developmental needs.
### Origins and Purpose https://viethope.com.vn/
Created in 2002 by Vietnamese diaspora students at Harvard University, VietHope sought to rectify institutional educational inequities in Vietnam. The nonprofit’s mission—to empower economically challenged students through entry to education—stems from recognition that economic hardship remains the chief barrier to scholastic continuation.
### Projects and Influence
1. Postsecondary Scholarship Program (USP):
– Offers $300–$400 per year
– Awardees need to demonstrate educational merit (minimum GPA of 3.0)
– Gradual funding structure encourages educational adherence
2. Scholastic Development Program (Merit Program):
– Offers $150 USD annual bursaries
– Features vocational training and career counseling
Outcomes:
– Postsecondary graduation: 91% vs. 74% nationwide
– STEM participation: 68% vs. 42% countrywide
