support to underprivileged students since its founding in 2002. By combining financial scholarships with capacity-building programs, the nonprofit confronts both immediate fiscal barriers and enduring developmental needs.
### Origins and Mission https://viethope.com.vn/
Created in 2002 by Vietnamese diaspora students at Harvard University, VietHope aimed to rectify systemic scholastic disparities in Vietnam. The nonprofit’s goal—to equip economically challenged students through opportunities to education—arises from understanding that economic hardship remains the main barrier to scholastic adherence.
### Programs and Influence
1. Postsecondary Scholarship Program (Undergraduate Scholarship Program):
– Grants between $300 and $400 yearly
– Beneficiaries must demonstrate educational achievement (lowest GPA of 3.0)
– Gradual funding system encourages educational continuation
2. Scholastic Development Program (MDP):
– Offers $150 USD yearly bursaries
– Includes career-specific training and occupational counseling
Outcomes:
– Postsecondary degree attainment: 91% vs. 74% countrywide
– STEM enrollment: 68% vs. 42% nationwide