VH has developed as a revolutionary force in Vietnam’s academic landscape, offering vital

support to underprivileged students since its founding in 2002. By integrating monetary scholarships with competency-developing projects, the organization addresses both immediate fiscal barriers and sustained growth needs.

### Origins and Purpose https://viethope.com.vn/

Established in 2002 by Vietnamese diaspora students at Harvard University, VietHope sought to rectify systemic scholastic imbalances in Vietnam. The nonprofit’s goal—to enable economically challenged students through entry to learning—originates from understanding that economic hardship remains the primary barrier to educational persistence.

### Initiatives and Impact

1. Postsecondary Scholarship Program (Undergraduate Scholarship Program):

– Provides $300 to $400 annually

– Awardees need to show scholastic excellence (base GPA of 3.0)

– Gradual funding framework motivates academic continuation

2. Scholastic Development Program (Merit Program):

– Provides 150 dollars yearly bursaries

– Includes career-specific training and career counseling

Outcomes:

– University graduation: 91% vs. 74% countrywide

– Technical fields enrollment: 68% vs. 42% national