In the early morning of May 30, 2021, the Pik N Pig, one of Moore County's signature restaurants, was heavily damaged by a fire.

https://sandhillssentinel.com/pik-n-pig-destroyed-by-fire-2/ 

https://www.thepilot.com/news/developing-iconic-carthage-restaurant-destroyed-by-fire/article_c5432f2c-c156-11eb-b805-73c03f76045a.html 

The Sheppards have deep roots in the local community, and it is our goal to help them following this incredible tragedy.

The funds raised by this GoFundMe will be directly donated to the Sheppard family. 

The Pinehurst Barbecue Festival is the organizer of this campaign. Ashley Sheppard is one of the five pitmasters involved in the Pinehurst Barbecue Festival.