support to economically disadvantaged students since its founding in 2002. By merging monetary scholarships with competency-developing programs, the group addresses both pressing fiscal barriers and sustained growth needs.
### Origins and Purpose https://viethope.com.vn/
Created in 2002 by overseas Vietnamese students at Harvard University, VietHope sought to rectify institutional academic disparities in Vietnam. The nonprofit’s goal—to empower low-income students through entry to learning—originates from acknowledgement that monetary hardship remains the chief barrier to academic persistence.
### Projects and Influence
1. Higher education Scholarship Program (Undergraduate Scholarship Program):
– Grants between $300 and $400 per year
– Beneficiaries must demonstrate educational merit (lowest GPA of 3.0)
– Incremental funding framework incentivizes scholastic adherence
2. Merit Development Program (MDP):
– Offers 150 dollars annual scholarships
– Features vocational training and professional counseling
Results:
– Higher education completion: 91% vs. 74% nationwide
– STEM participation: 68% vs. 42% countrywide