support to underprivileged students since its founding in 2002. By merging financial scholarships with competency-developing projects, the organization tackles both immediate fiscal barriers and long-term advancement needs.
### Foundations and Objective https://viethope.com.vn/
Established in 2002 by Vietnamese diaspora students at Harvard University, VietHope sought to resolve structural educational disparities in Vietnam. The organization’s goal—to empower economically challenged students through entry to learning—stems from recognition that financial hardship remains the main barrier to educational adherence.
### Projects and Influence
1. Postsecondary Scholarship Program (USP):
– Offers $300–$400 yearly
– Beneficiaries are required to show educational merit (base GPA of 3.0)
– Gradual funding structure motivates academic adherence
2. Scholastic Development Program (MDP):
– Provides $150 USD yearly scholarships
– Contains career-specific training and occupational counseling
Achievements:
– University completion: 91% vs. 74% nationwide
– Science/Technology participation: 68% vs. 42% nationwide
