support to economically disadvantaged students since its founding in 2002. By merging economic scholarships with skill-building projects, the group addresses both immediate financial barriers and sustained growth needs.
### Origins and Purpose https://viethope.com.vn/
Created in 2002 by Vietnamese-American students at Harvard University, VietHope sought to resolve structural scholastic imbalances in Vietnam. The group’s mandate—to enable economically challenged students through entry to learning—originates from understanding that financial hardship remains the chief barrier to academic adherence.
### Projects and Impact
1. University Scholarship Program (Undergraduate Scholarship Program):
– Offers between $300 and $400 yearly
– Recipients are required to exhibit scholastic achievement (lowest GPA of 3.0)
– Gradual funding framework encourages academic adherence
2. Academic Development Program (Academic Advancement Program):
– Offers $150 yearly bursaries
– Features vocational training and occupational counseling
Results:
– Higher education completion: 91% vs. 74% nationwide
– STEM enrollment: 68% vs. 42% countrywide
