ABOUT
TEMPLE MADE FITNESS
Transforming Youth Wellness Through Movement, Literacy & Mindfulness
OUR MISSION IS CLEAR:
To make wellness accessible, inclusive, and joyful for every child.
Especially those who need it most.
Where Our Movement Began
Temple Made Fitness and Temple Made Foundation were born from a deeply personal journey — one shaped by community need, family connection, and the pursuit of equity.
Tony Temple, Founder & Executive Director, grew up witnessing how food deserts, health disparities, and limited wellness resources affected families in his community. During the pandemic, while navigating virtual school with his daughter, a moment of frustration transformed into something beautiful: they wrote a children’s book together. What began as a way to reconnect revealed her artistic talent — and sparked something much bigger.
That simple moment became the foundation for an entire wellness movement. Today, TMF delivers interactive programs, wellness resources, and movement-based literacy tools across schools, churches, and community centers.
From serving 29 summer locations and engaging 2,300 youth to bringing 3,000+ families together at our annual Wellness Day at the Zoo, TMF has grown into a transformative community force.
What Makes
TMF DIFFERENT
Integrated Movement, Literacy & SEL
We support the whole child — academically, physically, and emotionally.
Serving Underserved Communities First
TMF operates in 40+ schools and community sites across KC.
Fully Inclusive & Adaptive
Designed for all abilities, including neurodivergent youth and students with disabilities.
Family & Educator Engagement
We equip parents and teachers with tools that extend learning beyond our sessions.
Innovative Funding & Partnerships
We bring corporate sponsors, zoos, and school districts together for large-scale impact.
Led By a Visionary Founder
Tony Temple’s lived experience, sports background, and community commitment shape TMF’s direction.
Our
IMPACT
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Wellness books distributed across the KC metro
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Children served annually
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Elementary Schools Served Through Our District-Wide Read & Move It™ Partnership
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Families at our annual Wellness Day
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Schools visited on the Animal Movement Tour
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Kids requesting programs for 2026
Seen On:
Reduced classroom conflict and behavior escalations
Increased reading engagement, emotional regulation, and focus
Wellness for
EVERY CHILD
Diversity
Black-led, culturally responsive, and reflective of the communities we serve.
Equity
Programs made accessible through grants, sponsors, and no-cost school partnerships.
Inclusion
Adaptive movement, disability-inclusive curriculum, and partnerships with Special Olympics and mental-health organizations.
OUR TEAM
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Staff & Leadership
Board Of Directors
Board Of Directors
Advisory Board
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