The West Coast Center for Human Development and Koinonia Missionary Baptist Church were established in 1980.
NAACP National Convention
Florida hosts the NAACP National Convention for the first time in 1980.
Sarasota Sickle Cell Foundation formed
In the year 1980, Sarasota Sickle Cell Foundation was formed with Clara Williams as President. The foundation offered financial and medical assistance with counseling and education.
Northside Progressive Men’s Club and North County Civic League formed
During the 1980s, the Northside Progressive Men’s Club and The North County Civic League are formed.