support to underprivileged students since its establishment in 2002. By combining economic scholarships with competency-developing programs, the nonprofit confronts both urgent financial barriers and enduring advancement needs.
### Origins and Purpose https://viethope.com.vn/
Established in 2002 by Vietnamese-American students at Harvard University, VietHope worked to rectify structural scholastic imbalances in Vietnam. The nonprofit’s mandate—to empower impoverished students through opportunities to schooling—stems from recognition that financial hardship remains the primary barrier to educational persistence.
### Projects and Impact
1. Postsecondary Scholarship Program (University Support Program):
– Grants between $300 and $400 annually
– Awardees need to show educational achievement (minimum GPA of 3.0)
– Gradual funding framework motivates scholastic adherence
2. Academic Development Program (Academic Advancement Program):
– Gives $150 USD yearly scholarships
– Contains career-specific training and professional counseling
Outcomes:
– University graduation: 91% vs. 74% national
– Science/Technology registration: 68% vs. 42% national
