The application to join the FY25 vetted catalog is now closed. The FY26 application will open on July 1st, 2025. The Vetting Panel will review and vote on FY25 applications in August/September, and you will be contacted no later than September 30, 2024, with their decision. If you have any questions regarding the application, contact SELCO's Legacy Program Librarian.
TIMELINE:
October 1, 2024: FY25 application FOR LIBRARIES opens, SELCO libraries receive $3,500 in funding for FY25. Programs can be held between October 15, 2024 and October 31, 2025.
October 31, 2024: last day for libraries to host a vetted program using FY24 funds. All final reports and required materials are due to the Legacy Program Librarian.
May 31, 2025: FY25 application FOR LIBRARIES closes
July 1, 2025: FY26 application FOR PERFORMERS opens
July 31, 2025: FY26 application FOR PERFORMERS closes
October 1, 2025: FY26 application FOR LIBRARIES opens, SELCO libraries receive $3,500 in vetted program funds for FY26. Programs can be held between October 15, 2025 and October 31, 2026.
October 31, 2025: last day for libraries to host a vetted program using FY25 funds. All final reports and required materials are due to the Legacy Program Librarian.
ABOUT:
SELCO Vetted Programs were created at the request of public library directors. A Vetted Catalog Selection Team meets to recommend presenters and programs to include in the catalog. SELCO then contracts with a variety of presenters and programs to provide their services to regional libraries. Only SELCO members are able to apply for any Legacy funding. This is to stay in compliance with Minnesota State Statutes pertaining to ACHF dollars.
These programs are funded by SELCO through a grant from the Legacy Amendment Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund (ACHF). The programming supported by this grant is intended to support arts, arts education and arts access, and to preserve Minnesota’s history and cultural heritage, and as such, programs with a scientific or STEM focus are included only if they have a significant aspect that includes storytelling, Minnesota culture or history.
Publicity is required for all Legacy funded programs. Libraries are strongly encouraged to use the SELCO provided posters for all Vetted Programs. If the Library chooses to create its own posters and forgo the provided SELCO publicity, the Library must have the poster pre-approved by SELCO. For specific details, contact SELCO's Legacy Program Librarian.