About the Patron Endower

Miodrag Kostić is recognised for always providing opportunities to people who have the will and
knowledge to change today and shape tomorrow. The Palace of Science was created thanks to his vision.

Believing in the power of knowledge that pushes boundaries and leads forward, he founded the Miodrag Kostić Endowment, aimed at promoting science, encouraging innovation and supporting scientific and technological development. The desire to contribute to education motivated him to donate the Palace of Science, the first centre for research and the popularisation of science in Serbia.

The Palace of Science brings scientific discoveries and phenomena closer to the wider public, providing young scientists and researchers with the opportunity to work in supreme conditions as leaders of technological progress in Serbia. By creating a space that celebrates the power of the human mind and inspires curiosity and passion for knowledge, Miodrag Kostić, like the patron endowers in Serbian history, has left a lasting value to the people of this region.

A modern patron endower for modern times

The Palace of Science is the crown of decades of philanthropic activity of Miodrag Kostić, the president and founder of the MK Group, one of the most successful Serbian businessmen. A visionary and strategist, he has demonstrated the significance of knowledge, hard work and perseverance throughout his personal journey and the development of the business system that he built.

Supporting children and youth has always been at the core of his attention. Previously, in 2013, he handed over his family home in Novi Sad, as the “Kostić Family Foundation”, to the “Institute for Health Care Protection of Children and Youth from Vojvodina” for the purpose of providing treatment to children in collaboration with the NURDOR association.

Miodrag Kostić has left an indelible mark with his humanitarian deeds, recognized through numerous awards. He is the only person in Serbia to be awarded the Badge of Honour by the international organisation SOS Children’s Villages. He holds the Golden Red Cross of Serbia award, the prestigious title of “Family Friend” awarded by the Serbian Chamber of Commerce and numerous acknowledgements for donations to vulnerable population groups.