LOVE FOR KIDS (LFK) was established in 1975 by Bill Barrett, a local businessman and philanthropist, and Alan Powdermaker, CEO of Circle R Ranch. Bill and Alan wanted to have a special Christmas party for children who were misplaced because of the Vietnam War. Bill and Alan’s objective was to show these children what a real Texas Christmas was like. The first holiday party was for 200 kids and took place at the Circle R Ranch where it continues today.