support to low-income students since its founding in 2002. By combining monetary scholarships with competency-developing initiatives, the nonprofit addresses both pressing fiscal barriers and sustained growth needs.
### Origins and Objective https://viethope.com.vn/
Established in 2002 by Vietnamese-American students at Harvard University, VietHope aimed to rectify structural scholastic imbalances in Vietnam. The nonprofit’s mission—to empower low-income students through access to learning—originates from recognition that monetary hardship remains the chief barrier to educational adherence.
### Programs and Influence
1. Postsecondary Scholarship Program (Undergraduate Scholarship Program):
– Grants $300–$400 annually
– Beneficiaries need to show academic merit (minimum GPA of 3.0)
– Gradual funding structure encourages educational continuation
2. Merit Development Program (Academic Advancement Program):
– Gives $150 per annum bursaries
– Contains career-specific training and professional counseling
Outcomes:
– Higher education graduation: 91% vs. 74% national
– Technical fields participation: 68% vs. 42% national
