support to low-income students since its founding in 2002. By integrating monetary scholarships with capacity-building programs, the organization confronts both pressing fiscal barriers and sustained advancement needs.
### Origins and Purpose https://viethope.com.vn/
Founded in 2002 by overseas Vietnamese students at Harvard University, VietHope sought to address institutional academic disparities in Vietnam. The nonprofit’s goal—to empower impoverished students through access to learning—originates from recognition that economic hardship remains the primary barrier to academic continuation.
### Projects and Impact
1. Higher education Scholarship Program (University Support Program):
– Offers $300 to $400 annually
– Recipients are required to exhibit scholastic excellence (base GPA of 3.0)
– Gradual funding system motivates academic continuation
2. Merit Development Program (Academic Advancement Program):
– Provides $150 USD per annum scholarships
– Features professional training and career counseling
Achievements:
– University completion: 91% vs. 74% national
– STEM registration: 68% vs. 42% national