Healing Begins Here: Expanding Scotland Cancer Treatment Center

Healing Begins Here: Scotland Memorial Foundation Launches Community Phase of Capital Campaign to Expand Scotland Cancer Treatment Center

Modern glass building with green accents, surrounded by greenery and a clear blue sky.

Scotland Memorial Foundation proudly announced the community phase of its Capital Campaign: Healing Begins Here during the annual Highland Society Banquet, an event dedicated to honoring the generosity of the Foundation’s supporters on February 12. The campaign aims to raise $2 million toward a $10 million expansion and renovation of the Scotland Cancer Treatment Center.

This transformative project marks a significant milestone for the region’s cancer care. The expansion will add more than 8,000 square feet of new space and fully renovate the existing facility, dramatically improving comfort, privacy, and the overall experience for patients and families.

“This is a project that began conceptually in 2019 and is finally coming to fruition,” said Jennifer Wilkes, Director of the Scotland Cancer Treatment Center. “Our community deserves a state-of-the-art environment that reflects the exceptional care our team already provides. These improvements will allow us to treat more patients, offer greater privacy, and create a more dignified and healing experience.”

A Center Built on Vision and Determination

Executive Director of Scotland Memorial Foundation, Misty McMillan, shared a story that underscores the Center’s enduring importance.

“I recently learned that nearly 30 years ago, a feasibility study concluded that building a cancer center here would not be successful,” McMillan said. “But the committee and board at that time believed in this community—they believed in what was possible. They moved forward anyway, and because of that courageous decision, the Center has grown exponentially and become an essential resource for countless families.”

Leadership in the Quiet Phase: Steering Committee Drives Early Success

The success of the quiet phase of the campaign is due in large part to the dedication and advocacy of the Capital Campaign Steering Committee:

Paul Brooks, Danny Caddell, Faline Locklear-Dial, Jim Mason, Carol McCall, Wayne Wike, and Sandra Wilkes

Beginning their work with the Foundation in the summer of 2025, this group helped build momentum, inspire early donors, and cultivate key relationships. Their leadership has already contributed to raising more than $900,000 toward the campaign’s goal.

“We are profoundly grateful for our Steering Committee,” McMillan said. “Their passion for expanding cancer care in our community has been instrumental in building the foundation for our public phase.”

Project Enhancements Will Elevate Patient Care

The expanded Scotland Cancer Treatment Center will feature:

A significantly enlarged chemotherapy lab with 25 infusion chairs
Private treatment bays designed for comfort and dignity
New exam rooms to improve clinical flow and decrease wait times
A private restroom within the infusion area

A dedicated exit allowing patients to leave discreetly and comfortably following treatment

These enhancements support the Center’s mission to deliver high-quality, compassionate care close to home, reducing the need for patients to travel during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

A Community Effort

The Healing Begins Here Capital Campaign invites community members, businesses, and philanthropic partners to join in ensuring that exceptional cancer care remains accessible for generations to come.

“Every gift—large or small—helps strengthen the future of cancer care in our region,” McMillan said. “Healing truly begins here, and it begins with all of us.”

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