NICEF sponsors scholarships for 15 children in Ho Chi Minh City

In a heartwarming display of compassion, on August 27th, NICEF members in Ho Chi Minh City held a charity event that brought hope and new opportunities to 15 underprivileged students in Long Hau Primary School. As part of the event, NICEF awarded scholarships and handed out gifts to the children, ensuring they have access to quality education and a chance for a brighter future.

NICEF team

Long Hau Primary School was established in 2002 and is currently educating 884 children. Every year, around 50 students from less fortunate families enter the school. They come here from different backgrounds and face various hardships but can rarely hope to receive any financial help from other people, since those closest to them often don’t have the means to support them either.

The certificate we're so honoured to have

NICEF raised 22.5 million VND for this event, enabling them to award scholarships to 15 students who had been struggling with financial constraints. These 15 children were shortlisted based on their academic performance, dedication to learning, and financial need, with the school's administration and local authorities helping to choose the recipients.

NICEF representative and the teacher at Long Hau Primary School

The scholarships not only cover part of the tuition fees, but also the cost of school supplies, uniforms, and other essentials, ensuring that these students will be able to fully devote themselves to their education without having to worry about financial burdens. The event also aimed to create awareness of the importance of education in breaking the cycle of poverty.

NICEF member handed out gifts to the children