Help MAC BBQ and Sweet Meat Butcher Shop Compete on the World Stage at Memphis in May – We’re in Over Our Heads and Need Your Support!

We’re standing at the threshold of something massive – but right now, we’re drowning in the costs to make it happen.

This year, MAC BBQ is teaming up with Sweet Meat Butcher Shop to compete together on the main stage at the Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest, the most prestigious and internationally recognized live-fire culinary event in the world.

Memphis in May isn’t just another barbecue competition. It’s the pinnacle:

• Over 200 world-class BBQ teams

• More than 20,000 on-site attendees

• National and international media coverage

• MAC BBQ – Competition veterans with a proven track record and obsessive attention to flavor development and execution

• Sweet Meat Butcher Shop – Whole Hog experts handling premium protein sourcing and competition-level preparation from breakdown to final plate

Together, we’re uniting live-fire performance, championship-tested technique, and butcher-level precision. This alliance gives us a real shot at making a statement on the international stage.

But here’s the hard truth: we are way over our heads financially.

The entry fees, premium proteins (especially for whole hog), specialized equipment, transportation and logistics for multiple teams, setup, and full event activation add up fast. These aren’t small expenses – they’re the difference between showing up and truly competing at the highest level with the visibility and professionalism this event demands.

We’ve poured everything we have into preparing, but the final push to get our teams, gear, and proteins to Memphis is stretching us to the breaking point. Without help, we risk not being able to fully activate the site, source the quality ingredients we need, or maximize the branding opportunities that make this partnership so powerful. That’s why we’re turning to you.

Every dollar raised will go directly toward:

• Competition entry and site fees

• Premium proteins and whole hog sourcing

• Equipment and supply logistics

• Event activation and on-site execution

Your support won’t just help us cook – it will help us represent our partners proudly, create incredible live-fire experiences for thousands of attendees and media, and build a winning legacy in the world of competitive barbecue.

We’re a small but passionate group chasing a big dream. If you believe in great food, live-fire craftsmanship, and bold partnerships, please consider donating today. Even a small contribution helps us get closer to the finish line.

Share this campaign with your network – every share increases our chances of making it to Memphis with the firepower we need.

Thank you from the bottom of our smoky hearts. With your help, we can turn this overwhelming challenge into an unforgettable success.

Let’s shape a winning legacy together.

MAC BBQ and Sweet Meat Butcher Shop