The sun may have been beating down on us and our backs might have ached when we went home, but nothing felt quite as good as knowing we were making a difference. The Capitol Lighting team kicked off their Making Lives Brighter campaign in style by aiding Habitat For Humanity in the construction of two homes in Delray Beach, FL.

Here’s a great video showing the gang hard at work.

Making Lives Brighter is a great program that lets everyone feel that amazing feeling of giving back. All you have to do is take your old lamp or fixture to any of the eight showrooms in Florida or New Jersey. A friendly salesperson will take your donation on behalf of Habitat For Humanity and your fixture will find a new home through one of the Habitat Restores. As a reward for your generous contribution you’ll receive a tax deduction and a 10% off coupon towards any in-store purchase.*

It’s a great way to give back to the community and an excuse to treat yourself to that beautiful chandelier you’ve had your eye on. Trade in. Trade up. Give back.

* BRING YOUR LIGHTING DONATION TO ONE OF CAPITOL LIGHTING’S SHOWROOMS AND GET 10% OFF YOUR IN-STORE PURCHASE. NOT VALID ONLINE. ONE REDEMPTION PER CUSTOMER/HOUSEHOLD. OFFER NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER DISCOUNT, SPECIAL ORDERS, MARKDOWN, SALE ITEMS, OR ON PREVIOUS PURCHASES. EXPIRES 2/28/11.