THE PURPOSE
The Naomi Tami Memorial Scholarship Fund provides financial assistance for students studying at the Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia, who demonstrate a commitment to excellence, a love of the culinary arts, and who would not otherwise have the opportunity due to financial constraints.
SCHOLARS
A brighter future starts with an education
STORIES
Honoring Heritage Through Cuisine: Phea Brings Kuy Flavors to the World
At the Naomi Tami Memorial Scholarship Fund, we are proud to support students who not only dream big but also carry their heritage forward with
Hongly’s Mission: A Family Friendly Restaurant with Quality Food
Once he acquires the necessary culinary skills and business management practices, 18 year old Hongly Phal plans to open a family friendly restaurant where people
A Pastry Shop of Her Own – Kofalida Man
Kofalida Man is 22 years old. She was born in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Right now she is well on her way to realizing her dearest
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Naomi Tami Scholarship Students and Alumni Shine Bright For Cambodia
Your financial gifts to the Naomi Tami Scholarship Memorial Fund enable Shift360 to expand scholarship opportunities for the Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia and provide more students with financial constraints the chance for a brighter future.
Basic Bakery and Pastry Short Course Has Started
It’s Saturday, early in the morning, and 20 excited hobby cooks are tying their aprons and putting on their chef hats, ready to explore the
Welcome, New Students – The Academy Spring Semester Has Started!
The new spring term 2022 at the Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia has started off well with 44 new future culinary artists, full of motivation,
ABOUT US
Grasping life with open hands
For me, starting the memorial fund is the best possible way to honour Naomi, as this support can become the biggest stepping stone for a young person. It will help open up great possibilities for their future. Unleashing their creativity, it will make a difference in their lives. Encouraging others to dream big and step out into the world would mean a lot to our Naomi. – Simonetta Tami
In keeping with her love of life and her own professional passions,
the Naomi Tami Memorial Scholarship Fund provides the opportunity
for those who are committed to excellence and have a passion for
hospitality and culinary arts, but do not have the financial means
to study towards a qualification to help them excel in their career.
Potential students may apply for scholarships (full or part)
to study at the Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia,
through Shift360 Foundation.
GOODWILL AMBASSADOR
Bobby Chinn is instantly recognizable as a media personality, celebrity chef and host of the hugely successful ‘World Café’ franchise. He is now a permanent fixture on ‘Top Chef Middle East’ and hosts ‘Keep It Simple’ which launched in 2020. On his journey to internationally acclaimed chef, author and restaurateur, Bobby has established himself as a mainstay of the global food-channel networks and he is recognized as an expert on Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines.
2025 at a glance
Scholars take the spotlight, but there is a lot going on
behind the scenes. Take a look at the 2025 stats.
