going to Kroger. A new flagship store opened in downtown Kirkland in 2019, with of space. Philanthropy and controversy In 1996, Stuart Sloan, former owner and chairman of QFC, promised to spend at least $1 million a year for the next eight years to overhaul one of Seattle Public Schools's most challenged schools, T.T. Minor Elementary. The funds were donated in addition to public dollars and helped to pay for uniforms, smaller class sizes and a year-round schedule, though the manner in which the funds were applied sparked controversy. References External links QFC homepage The Kroger Company Kroger 1955 establishments in Washington (state) Companies based in Bellevue, Washington Retail companies established in 1955 Economy of the Northwestern United States Supermarkets of the United States 1980s initial public offerings 1997 mergers and acquisitions American companies established in 1955