3-FNL. Revised Proposal CCC-TJJE 10.11.2026.2.FNL.pdf

10/12/2026

*Revised 10/11/2026

Proposal: The Justice Journey Experience: The Bridge to Equal Rights - Next Gen Edition Presented by: Justice Journey Alliance, Leadership Foundation of Chicago Dates: Wednesday, March 31 - Saturday, April 3, 2027 *Revised 10/11/2026

Overview The Justice Journey Alliance (JJA), Leadership Foundation of Chicago, invites City Colleges of Chicago to participate in The Justice Journey Experience (TJJE): The Bridge to Equal Rights – Next Gen Edition. This four-day immersive Civil Rights pilgrimage to key historical sites in the South is designed for next-generation leaders who are committed to understanding systemic racism and becoming agents of justice in their communities and careers.

Scope of Services Justice Journey Alliance will provide comprehensive planning, coordination, travel logistics, facilitation, and Civil Rights educational programming for The Justice Journey Experience™. Services will include transportation, hotel accommodations, scheduled meals, site coordination and admissions, participant preparation, subject-matter experts, on-site Journey management, educational facilitation, and post-Journey debriefing.

Participant Information Estimated Group Size: 14 participants. The final participant composition, including the number of City Colleges of Chicago students and faculty/staff, will be confirmed with City Colleges of Chicago prior to final travel arrangements.

Pre-Journey Orientation All participants will be required to attend a mandatory in-person orientation approximately two weeks prior to departure. The orientation will prepare participants for the historical, educational, cultural, emotional, and logistical components of the Journey.

Journey Highlights

• Day 1 - Atlanta, GA: Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, National Center for

Civil and Human Rights →Travel to Montgomery, AL (overnight stay 2 nights) Lodging: Drury Inn, Montgomery, AL

• Day 2 - Montgomery, AL: The Legacy Museum, Freedom Sculpture Park, The National Memorial for Peace and Justice, (exploration of a possible campus visit to Alabama State University)

• Day 3 – (Travel Day) Selma, AL: Brown Chapel A.M.E. Church, Edmund Pettus Bridge, Foot Soldiers Park

• Day 3 - Birmingham, AL: 16th Street Baptist Church, Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, Kelly Ingram Park

(overnight stay) Lodging: Hilton Garden Inn, Birmingham/Lakeshore, AL

• Day 4 – (Travel Day) Atlanta, GA: APEX Museum, Historic Paschal’s Restaurant → Travel back to Chicago Note: The Justice Journey Experience provides subject matter experts as an integral part of the pilgrimage.

Investment Summary Participant Fee (Double Occupancy): $3,881.14 per person Single Room: Available upon request for an additional $325 per person Facilitation Fee (Per Group): $6,000

Estimated Group Package & Total (*14 Participants): $54,336.00

What’s Included Round-trip airfare, ground transportation, hotel accommodations, meals, site entry fees, and exclusive TJJE swag.

Not Included: Dinner on Saturday evening and travel insurance. (Boxed Dinner Meals for Return Flight Can Be Provided Upon Request – Plus Additional Cost)

Pricing Disclaimer The total package price is an estimate and is subject to change based on airfare, accommodations, transportation, and other travel-related costs that have not yet been contractually secured. Any material changes will be communicated to City Colleges of Chicago prior to finalization.

Payment Schedule

• Payment in full of $54,336 – On or before November 16, 2026

Or Installments

• First Installment: $18,112.00 – Due by November 16, 2026

• Second Installment: $18,112.00 – Due by December 16, 2026

• Final Installment: $18,112.00 – Due by January 16, 2027

Total: $54,336.00

Payment dates will be finalized in coordination with City Colleges of Chicago's approval and contracting timeline. Payments will be made via ACH. A final invoice and payment schedule will be provided upon receipt of the signed agreement.

Cancellation & Refund Policy Due to the advance financial commitments required for airfare, hotel accommodations, ground transportation, admissions, and other Journey-related expenses, the following cancellation policy applies:

Cancellations through December 1, 2026: Payments received are refundable, less any non-refundable expenses or contractual commitments already incurred by The Justice Journey Experience™.

Cancellations December 2, 2026 through January 15, 2027: Fifty percent (25%) of payments received will be refunded, less any non-refundable expenses or contractual commitments already incurred.

Cancellations on or after January 16, 2027: No refunds will be issued.

Participant substitutions are encouraged whenever possible and may be permitted through Thursday, March 26, 2027, subject to airline, hotel, and other travel supplier policies. Any additional costs resulting from a substitution will be the responsibility of City Colleges of Chicago.

Travel Insurance Travel insurance is not included in the Journey package and is strongly recommended for every participant.

Insurance may provide reimbursement for covered trip cancellations, interruptions, medical emergencies, baggage delays, and other unforeseen circumstances. Any organizational or general liability insurance requirements requested by City Colleges of Chicago will be addressed in the formal agreement.

Post-Journey Deliverables Following the Journey, TJJE will provide post-Journey debrief facilitation, participant assessment and outcomes reporting, learning artifacts, and appropriate program close-out documentation. All post-Journey deliverables will be completed by Friday, April 30, 2027.

These activities are intended to provide participants with opportunities to reflect on their experiences, identify key learnings, and consider how lessons from the Journey may inform individual, academic, professional, and community action.

Force Majeure The Justice Journey Experience™ shall not be liable for cancellations, delays, schedule modifications, or other changes resulting from events beyond its reasonable control, including natural disasters, severe weather, public health emergencies, government actions, labor disputes, acts of terrorism, or transportation disruptions. In such circumstances, TJJE will make reasonable efforts to recover funds or secure available credits from travel suppliers, subject to supplier policies and costs already incurred.

Next Steps

• Proposal Review & Acceptance: Review and accept the proposal. Upon acceptance, TJJE will provide any additional information or documentation requested by City Colleges of Chicago to support its agreement and approval process.

• Agreement & Participant Applications: Upon receipt and confirmation of the fully executed agreement from City Colleges of Chicago, TJJE will provide the participant application link for distribution to all participants.

• Payment & Invoice: A preliminary invoice and payment schedule are included with this proposal.

Contact Cynthia Lipsey | Chief Managing Officer Rev. Alvin C. Bibbs, Sr. | President & CEO Email: cynthia@thejja.org |708.267.1003 Email: Alvin.Bibbs@thejja.org | 708.373.3925

The Justice Journey Experience: The Bridge to Equal Rights - Next Gen Edition - Signature Page

By signing below, the undersigned acknowledges acceptance of the details and estimated costs outlined in The Justice Journey Experience (TJJE) proposal and agrees to the terms presented for participation.

Authorized Representative: ______________________________________________

Printed Name: ______________________________________________

Title: ______________________________________________

Date: _____________________________________________

Please return the signed agreement to Cynthia Lipsey at Cynthia.Lipsey@thejja.org by Monday, November 16, 2026.

Thank you in advance for your partnership and for choosing the Justice Journey Alliance, Leadership Foundation of Chicago, as your trusted and credible partner for this important and transformational experience.

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The Justice Journey Experience™ Next Gen Edition 2027 Timeline *Revised 10.11.2026

Date Required Action

November 16, 2026 Signed proposal due at the JJALFOC office December 16, 2026 First Installment Due

Applications for all students and faculty are due at the JJALFOC office

January 6, 2027 Small Group Facilitators selected, and names submitted to the JJALFOC office

January 16, 2027 Second Installment Due

February 16, 2027 Final Installment Due March 4, 2027 Small Group Facilitator Training – 2.0 hrs.

6pm – 8pm (virtual)

March 13, 2027 Mandatory Orientation for all participants Location: JJALFOC Offices – The Atrium 25 E. Washington St, 7th Floor, Chicago, IL

March 31 - April 3, 2027 The Justice Journey Experience Next Gen Edition

April 15, 2027 CCC / TJJE Staff Debrief 2pm – 3:00pm

April 29, 2027 Small Group Facilitators Debrief 6pm – 7pm (Virtual)

June 19, 2027 iMAGINE Justice – Juneteenth Commemorative 2.5-mile Walk Meet-Up – 8:30am – 10:30am 31st Street Beach

INVOICE

Date To Mail To October 11, 2026

Maggie West Office of Legislative and Community Affairs City Colleges of Chicago 180 N. Wabash Chicago, IL 60602

Justice Journey Alliance™, LFOC c/o The Justice Journey Experience 25 E. Washington St, Suite1102 Chicago, IL 60602 Supplier ID 0000038020

Summary The Justice Journey Experience 2027 Next Gen Edition – A 4-day pilgrimage visiting key Civil Rights landmarks in Atlanta, GA, Birmingham, Montgomery, and Selma, AL, from March 31 – April 3, 2027. Thank you for joining us on this important journey.

Name Description Number of

Participants Total

City Colleges of Chicago - Timuel D.

Black Jr.

Fellowship

Transportation (Air & Ground) Air transportation, ground transportation, and logistics

14 $17,904.00

Lodging & Accommodations

$10,843.75

Site Visits & Admissions / Resource

Materials $2,912.25

Meals & Hospitality

$8,281.00

Program Facilitation & Staffing

$4,562.00

Administrative/

Miscellaneous/Contingency

$3,833.00

Facilitation Fee

$6,000.00

Total Estimated Cost: $54,336.00

Payment in full is due by November 16, 2026, or payments may be made in three installments according to the following schedule:

First Installment of $18,112.00 due by November 16, 2026 Second Installment of $18,112.00 due by December 16, 2026 Final Installment of $18,112.00 is due on January 16, 2027 via ACH via the CCC Agreement.

25 E. Washington St, Suite 1102 | Chicago, IL 60602 | TJJE@theja.org | Thejja.org h mailto:TJJE@theja.org

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