October 31, 2025: last day for libraries to host a vetted program using FY25 funds. All final reports and required materials are due.

November 2, 2025: FY26 application FOR LIBRARIES opens

May 31, 2026: FY26 application FOR LIBRARIES closes. NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE FOR LATE SUBMISSIONS.

July 1, 2025: FY26 application FOR PERFORMERS opens

August 31, 2025: FY26 application FOR PERFORMERS closes.

September 26, 2025: Applicants notified of decision

SELCO Vetted Programs were created at the request of public library directors. A Vetting Panel comprised of local library staff meets annually to review and vote on performer applications. SELCO then contracts with the performers to provide their services to regional libraries. Only SELCO members (public libraries) are eligible to apply for Legacy funding. This is to stay in compliance with Minnesota 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 graphics. If a Library chooses to create its own graphics, they must be pre-approved by SELCO's Legacy Program Librarian. This is to ensure compliance with Minnesota Statute and logo requirements.