American Solutions for Business (ASB) announces 12 vendor partners have now contributed to the Heart of American program. Launched in early 2025, this initiative gives new purpose to excess inventory by redistributing products to families and nonprofits in need. Driven by a shared commitment to community support, ASB continues its partnership with Heart Response Ministry (HEART) to connect vendor partners’ surplus items with local communities.

ASB vendor partners have contributed over $2.4 million in product value, including but not limited to apparel, headwear, personal care products, and office supplies. Charitable organizations such as Greater Things MN, a HEART partner based in Glenwood, MN, receive thousands of items from the program. These products support individuals and families rebuilding after hardships, as well as veterans, youth programs, and disaster relief efforts.

Greater Things MN shared a story that reflects the mission at work. A mother who recently fled an unsafe home was able to give her children clothing, bedding, and essential items because of these donations. “You have no idea what a blessing this is,” she shared. “I finally feel like I can rebuild a home for my children.” Stories like hers underscore how the Heart of American Program is transforming excess into meaningful impact.

“ASB is proud to partner and align missions with numerous charities supporting our local communities,” shared Larry Zavadil. “For almost 45 years, it has been our mission to give back and bring people together. The Heart of American Program reflects who we are at our core, people helping people. It’s proof that small acts of generosity can create lasting impact.”

ASB extends sincere gratitude to the vendors who have already contributed to this effort: Storm Creek, Dubow, 3M, Essendant, Otto International, Natural Trends, Charles Rives, Riteline, SanMar, Antigua, Acehigh, and Scott Hareid Marketing. The Heart of American Program was inspired by an initial donation from Storm Creek and is designed to accept any volume of product. Heart also covers freight for all donations made by ASB vendor partners, easing participation across the network. To date, ASB’s contract decorator Dubow has contributed the largest amount of product, approximately 65 pallets. ASB encourages additional vendor partners to join this mission, continuing to turn surplus into support and products into purpose.

For additional program questions:ASB@Heartrt.org | BZweber@americanbus.com