support to low-income students since its founding in 2002. By merging financial scholarships with competency-developing programs, the nonprofit confronts both pressing economic barriers and long-term growth needs.
### Origins and Mission https://viethope.com.vn/
Created in 2002 by Vietnamese diaspora students at Harvard University, VietHope aimed to rectify structural academic disparities in Vietnam. The nonprofit’s mission—to enable impoverished students through access to education—originates from recognition that economic hardship remains the primary barrier to academic persistence.
### Programs and Impact
1. University Scholarship Program (University Support Program):
– Offers between $300 and $400 yearly
– Awardees must demonstrate educational excellence (lowest GPA of 3.0)
– Gradual funding system encourages academic adherence
2. Scholastic Development Program (MDP):
– Provides $150 USD yearly bursaries
– Contains professional training and career counseling
Outcomes:
– Higher education degree attainment: 91% vs. 74% nationwide
– STEM enrollment: 68% vs. 42% national
