ThumbPeople Founder Kicks Off Fundraiser At Community Of Hope

Online, October 29, 2010 (Newswire.com) - With a heart to encourage parents and inspire kids to know that "They are Thumbuddy," ThumbPeople's founder, Mark Arens spoke to preschool parents at Community of Hope Lutheran Church in Rosemount, MN on Wednesday, October 27, 2010.

This speaking event officially kicks off the Community of Hope Preschool fundraiser to raise money for a children's playground at the church. Those interested in providing a church playground can purchase ThumbPeople children's books and music with proceeds dedicated to this fundraising effort.

To support preschool parents, Community of Hope provides regular opportunities for equipping and encouragement. As part of this effort, Mark Arens presented three secrets to "Parenting with Purpose."

Recognized by ministry leaders and child development experts for their efforts in guiding parents to be intentional about the words they speak to their children, ThumbPeople helps people recognize the powerful influence of words. ThumbPeople provides supportive resources for parents to affirm their child, encourage a positive self image, develop right self worth and create a positive, nurturing home environment.

As a problem prevention ministry, ThumbPeople enhances the parent-child bond, strengthening the emotional health of families and circumventing broken family relationships and the destructive behaviors that often result.

ThumbPeople, Inc. is located in Burnsville, MN and produces children's literature through the Thumbuddy children's book series. ThumbPeople, Inc. also produces nurturing and encouraging music for children along with inspired soaking music. They've been recognized for their efforts in positive youth development in building self confidence in children. ThumbPeople, Inc. produces Thumbuddy Club preschool curriculum with a positive message geared for both the secular and Christian environments and provides training and fundraising opportunities through public speaking events.