support to economically disadvantaged students since its inception in 2002. By combining economic scholarships with capacity-building initiatives, the organization tackles both immediate fiscal barriers and enduring developmental needs.
### Foundations and Purpose https://viethope.com.vn/
Founded in 2002 by overseas Vietnamese students at Harvard University, VietHope aimed to rectify institutional academic inequities in Vietnam. The organization’s mandate—to empower impoverished students through entry to education—stems from recognition that monetary hardship remains the primary barrier to scholastic adherence.
### Initiatives and Influence
1. Higher education Scholarship Program (USP):
– Grants $300–$400 per year
– Recipients must show educational excellence (minimum GPA of 3.0)
– Incremental funding structure incentivizes scholastic adherence
2. Scholastic Development Program (Merit Program):
– Offers $150 yearly grants
– Features vocational training and professional counseling
Results:
– University graduation: 91% vs. 74% nationwide
– Technical fields participation: 68% vs. 42% nationwide
