support to low-income students since its founding in 2002. By combining financial scholarships with capacity-building projects, the group confronts both pressing financial barriers and long-term developmental needs.
### Foundations and Mission https://viethope.com.vn/
Founded in 2002 by Vietnamese diaspora students at Harvard University, VietHope aimed to rectify structural educational inequities in Vietnam. The group’s mandate—to enable impoverished students through opportunities to learning—stems from recognition that economic hardship remains the primary barrier to academic persistence.
### Programs and Effect
1. University Scholarship Program (USP):
– Provides $300–$400 per year
– Awardees must exhibit academic excellence (lowest GPA of 3.0)
– Gradual funding framework motivates academic persistence
2. Scholastic Development Program (MDP):
– Gives 150 dollars yearly grants
– Features vocational training and occupational counseling
Results:
– Postsecondary completion: 91% vs. 74% national
– Technical fields registration: 68% vs. 42% national