Pham Foundation
Scholarship Programs
Investing in students who combine academic achievement, perseverance, and the drive to make a difference — at home and abroad.
Our Programs
The Foundation's scholarship initiative is growing with purpose — one deliberate partnership at a time. Each program is built around a lasting institutional relationship and a clear commitment to students.
Pham Foundation Scholarship at San José State University
Established in March 2026, this inaugural scholarship supports a promising engineering student selected through SJSU's internal scholarship process. The program reflects the founders' personal connection to SJSU and their belief in engineering as a pathway to opportunity.
Pham Foundation Scholarship — Quảng Ngãi
A multi-year scholarship program honoring both academic excellence and perseverance at Trần Quốc Tuấn High School. Awards are structured by grade level and include recognition for outstanding teachers. Program launch is targeted for the 2026–2027 academic year.
Pham Foundation Scholarship at UC Berkeley
Planned for 2027, this program will expand the Foundation's university scholarship initiative to UC Berkeley's College of Engineering, mirroring the structure established at San José State University and deepening the Foundation's commitment to engineering education in California.
Our Scholarship Philosophy
The Foundation believes education can change the direction of a family for generations. We look for students who combine academic achievement with initiative, discipline, and the potential to serve others.
Our programs are built on lasting institutional relationships — not one-time awards — because sustained commitment is more meaningful than a single gesture.
"The Perseverance Award recognizes something invisible — hardship overcome, resilience shown, effort sustained against difficult circumstances. Being asked to articulate your struggle and your determination is itself a dignifying act."
— Pham Foundation · Quảng Ngãi Scholarship Program
Scholarship Roadmap
A deliberate, multi-year build — grounded in personal connection and long-term commitment.
SJSU Scholarship Established
Inaugural $5,000 scholarship grant funded through San José State University, supporting an engineering student selected by the university's scholarship office. Scott Pham's alma mater.
Quảng Ngãi Scholarship Program Launch
Multi-year program at Trần Quốc Tuấn High School in Quảng Ngãi, Vietnam — the founders' hometown. Eight annual awards across grade levels, including Academic Excellence, Perseverance, and Teacher of Distinction recognition. Five-year commitment beginning 2026–2027.
UC Berkeley Scholarship Program
Expansion of the Foundation's university scholarship initiative to UC Berkeley College of Engineering, mirroring the SJSU program and deepening the Foundation's presence in California engineering education. Tammy T. Duong's alma mater.
Institutional Inquiries
For universities, schools, or institutions interested in exploring a partnership with the Pham Foundation scholarship program.
The Foundation is selectively expanding its scholarship partnerships. Institutional inquiries are welcome.
Contact the Foundationinfo@phamfoundation.org · PO Box 68, San Ramon, CA 94583