The Central region, particularly Nghe An Province, has long borne the brunt of severe natural disasters, including storms and floods. Since July 2025, the region has experienced significant damage from adverse weather conditions, with storms and heavy rains inflicting serious harm on local communities, including students.
In response, Sai Gon Giai Phong Newspaper and GrowMax Group assisted students affected by recent disasters. Under the initiative, each student from a disadvantaged background received a scholarship worth VND2 million (US$76). Students facing especially difficult circumstances were granted two scholarships totaling VND4 million (US$152), while orphans who have lost both parents were awarded three scholarships, amounting to VND6 million (US$228).
On October 20, a delegation from Sai Gon Giai Phong Newspaper and GrowMax Group awarded scholarships to 20 students of Vien Thanh Primary School in Hop Minh Commune, 23 students of Dien Kim Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary School in Hai Chau Commune, 55 students of My Son Primary and Secondary School in Bach Ha Commune, and 8 students of Thanh Linh Primary School in Dai Dong Commune.
Teacher Bui Van Hien, Principal of Dien Kim Primary School, noted that many of the students at his school come from difficult backgrounds. He emphasized that the scholarships provided by Sai Gon Giai Phong Newspaper and GrowMax Group serve as a significant source of encouragement, helping the children overcome hardship and strive for a better future.
Journalist Nguyen Ngoc Anh, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Sai Gon Giai Phong Newspaper, said that the initiative to award scholarships to underprivileged students reflects a deep commitment to encouraging academic perseverance. By providing this support, the program is expected to ease some of the financial burdens faced by the students’ families and inspire the children to rise above their challenges.
"Though modest in value, we believe these meaningful gifts will help strengthen the students’ determination as they move forward toward a brighter future," he said.
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