Habitat for Humanity of Dane County is partnering with AmeriCorps VISTA, a national service program designed specifically to fight poverty. Founded as Volunteers in Service to America in 1965 and incorporated into the AmeriCorps network of programs in 1993, VISTA has been on the front lines in the fight against poverty in America for more than 40 years.

VISTA members commit to serve full-time for a year at a nonprofit organization or local government agency, working to fight illiteracy, improve health services, create businesses and strengthen community groups.

Welcome our
2011-12 AmeriCorps VISTA member:
Amber Nelson: Development Associate
Hometown: Kimberly, WI
What do I expect to enjoy most about working with Habitat for Humanity of Dane County:  I just love what Habitat for Humanity is all about and I am really excited to be working with the people of Dane County to provide affordable housing to those who need it most.
Most rewarding life experience:  My internship with the Special Olympics at every single event that I was at, I learned something new about myself. 
Interest outside of work: Watching and participating in sports.
Favorite Movie: Robin Hood but the good one with Kevin Costner and Morgan Freeman.  Not the new one with Russell Crowe
I wish I could meet: Anyone from Glee because I LOVE that show!
Dream vacation: Italy, my future husband doesn’t know it yet but that is where we are going on our honeymoon.