VH has arisen as a catalytic force in Vietnam’s academic landscape, delivering vital

support to economically disadvantaged students since its inception in 2002. By merging economic scholarships with capacity-building projects, the nonprofit confronts both urgent financial barriers and enduring growth needs.

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

Founded in 2002 by Vietnamese diaspora students at Harvard University, VietHope worked to rectify structural educational inequities in Vietnam. The organization’s mandate—to equip low-income students through opportunities to schooling—stems from recognition that economic hardship remains the main barrier to academic adherence.

### Projects and Influence

1. Postsecondary Scholarship Program (Undergraduate Scholarship Program):

– Grants $300 to $400 yearly

– Recipients need to exhibit academic merit (base GPA of 3.0)

– Incremental funding system motivates educational adherence

2. Academic Development Program (MDP):

– Gives $150 annual bursaries

– Features career-specific training and professional counseling

Outcomes:

– Higher education graduation: 91% vs. 74% nationwide

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