A Gift of Healing: The Story Behind the Tom and Joan Scott Medical Clinic

What happens when a single act of generosity reshapes the future for thousands of children?

In the early 1990s, leaders at Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch recognized that true healing required medical care close at hand. Tom and Joan Scott of Billings answered that need with a remarkable gift—a grant that fully funded the Tom and Joan Scott Medical Clinic on the ground floor of the Mary Brekkeflat Lodge.

Turning Vision Into Reality

By 1998, the Scotts’ generosity had transformed the space into something more than a clinic—it became a place where physical health and emotional well-being could be supported side by side. For our team, the clinic offered reassurance that medical care was always within reach. For our kids, it brought comfort and confidence, knowing that care and compassion were part of daily life at the Ranch.

A Legacy That Endures

Today, nestled among the ponds and pathways of the East Campus, the Tom and Joan Scott Medical Clinic continues to serve youth and families at Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch. It stands as a lasting reminder that thoughtful generosity can shape futures and bring healing for generations to come.

Learn More About Our History

Visit our History page to explore the story—and the caring people—who gave birth to our mission. Their vision continues to touch the lives of thousands of youth across Montana and beyond each year.

Want to dive deeper? You can also find A Legacy of Caring, written by our founder, Franklin Robbie, on Amazon.