Board of Directors
Eileen Kostic
President
Emily Kostic
Vice President
John G. Kostic
Treasurer
Ed Regruto
Board Member
John Markowski
Board Member
The John E. Kostic Memorial Foundation was created in loving memory of a young man whose life, though brief, continues to inspire lasting change.
Rooted in John’s spirit of resilience, kindness, and service, our mission is to invest in the potential of New Jersey’s youth—especially those facing adversity. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and private foundation committed to helping children and families thrive through scholarships, hospital enrichment programs, and community-based support.
We believe that the most meaningful progress happens when we listen deeply to the needs of our communities and respond with care, creativity, and heart. That’s why we partner with schools, hospitals, and nonprofits across the state—supporting innovative and cost-effective solutions that meet young people where they are and help them get to where they want to go.
John’s story lives on in every life we lift—every student who earns a scholarship, every child who finds comfort in a hospital room, every family that feels seen and supported. His legacy reminds us that even the smallest acts of care can ripple outward, creating brighter futures for generations to come.