What We Do

Our Four Programs

Each program is designed to complement the others — creating a holistic path from vulnerability to lasting self-sufficiency for families in Siem Reap.

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English & Digital Literacy
Morning and afternoon classes for children aged 6–18

English & Digital Literacy

Our English & Digital Literacy program will run five days a week at the SAMMA Community Center in Siem Reap. Children will receive structured English language instruction alongside basic computer skills, preparing them for secondary school, higher education, and employment in Cambodia's growing tourism and technology sectors.

Impact

  • Target: 100+ children enrolled in Year 1
  • Goal: measurable reading improvement within 12 months
  • Aim: 90%+ of graduates continue to secondary school
  • Free learning materials provided to all enrolled children
How it works: Classes run Monday–Friday in two sessions: Morning 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM and Afternoon 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Volunteer teachers will work alongside trained local educators. Curriculum is adapted from international standards and localized for Cambodian learners.
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One-on-One Child Sponsorship
Direct, personal support for individual children

One-on-One Child Sponsorship

Our sponsorship program will create a direct, personal connection between a donor and a specific child in Siem Reap. Sponsors will receive regular updates, photos, and letters from their sponsored child, building a relationship that motivates both parties and ensures accountability for how funds are used.

Impact

  • Launching in 2026 — be a founding sponsor
  • $220–$450/year covers all educational needs
  • Sponsors will receive quarterly updates and photos
  • 100% of funds go directly to the child's program
How it works: After signing up, you'll be matched with a child whose needs align with your sponsorship level. You'll receive a welcome packet with your child's story, photo, and goals. Updates will arrive every three months.
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Smart Agriculture Family Farms
A $2,500 investment that feeds a family for life

Smart Agriculture Family Farms

The Smart Agriculture program will build complete backyard farms for vulnerable families — raised beds, drip irrigation, seeds, tools, and a three-month training program. Each farm is designed to produce enough vegetables to feed the family and generate surplus income through local market sales.

Impact

  • Target: 20 farms built in Year 1
  • Goal: 40%+ reduction in family food expenditure
  • Families projected to earn $80–$150/month from surplus sales
  • Volunteer build teams will complete each farm in 3–5 days
How it works: Families will be selected based on need and commitment. Volunteers and local staff will build the farm over a long weekend. The family then receives three months of agricultural training and ongoing mentorship.
Fund a Family Farm ($2,500)
Community Skills Training
Vocational and life skills for parents and youth

Community Skills Training

Our Community Skills Training program will offer practical workshops for parents and youth aged 16+. Courses will include sewing and textile crafts, basic business and financial literacy, cooking and food safety, smartphone and digital tools, and English for tourism — skills directly aligned with local employment opportunities.

Impact

  • Target: 50+ adults trained in Year 1
  • Goal: 60%+ of graduates report increased income within 6 months
  • Courses offered in Khmer and English
  • Childcare provided during all adult sessions
How it works: Courses will run in 4–8 week cohorts, meeting twice weekly. All materials will be provided free of charge. Graduates will receive a certificate recognized by local employers and tourism businesses.
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Where It All Comes Together

The SAMMA Community Center — Home for Every Program

Each of our four programs is powerful on its own. But the real transformation happens when they share a home. The SAMMA Community Center is the physical space we are building in Siem Reap — a warm, welcoming hub where children attend English classes after school, families receive agricultural training, parents build vocational skills, and every person who walks through the door is met with kindness and belonging.

"No child should be forced to fight the world by themselves. This is exactly why SAMMA Cambodia exists — my past taught me that one safe place and a little kindness can change everything."— Keouy Kouk, Founder
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After-school education hub

English classes, digital literacy, and homework support — at the SAMMA Community Center, Monday to Friday, morning and afternoon sessions.

Agricultural training space

Hands-on farm workshops and ongoing mentorship for families enrolled in the Smart Agriculture program.

Vocational skills workshops

Sewing, business literacy, cooking, and digital tools — practical skills taught in a safe, supportive environment.

A place to truly belong

Caring adults who listen. A community that sees every child and family as valued, capable, and worthy of hope.

Every Program Needs Founding Support

We launched in 2026. Whether you sponsor a child, fund a farm, or volunteer your time — your early commitment directly makes these programs possible.