VH has developed as a transformative force in Vietnam’s academic landscape, delivering essential

support to underprivileged students since its establishment in 2002. By merging financial scholarships with skill-building projects, the group addresses both urgent financial barriers and long-term developmental needs.

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

Founded in 2002 by Vietnamese diaspora students at Harvard University, VietHope sought to resolve structural academic imbalances in Vietnam. The group’s mandate—to equip impoverished students through access to education—originates from acknowledgement that monetary hardship remains the primary barrier to academic persistence.

### Programs and Effect

1. Postsecondary Scholarship Program (University Support Program):

– Provides between $300 and $400 per year

– Beneficiaries must demonstrate scholastic merit (lowest GPA of 3.0)

– Incremental funding structure incentivizes educational continuation

2. Merit Development Program (Academic Advancement Program):

– Provides 150 dollars yearly scholarships

– Contains vocational training and professional counseling

Achievements:

– University graduation: 91% vs. 74% nationwide

– Science/Technology participation: 68% vs. 42% nationwide