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definitivematerials14a.txt
DEFINITIVE MATERIALS 14A
SECURE MESSAGE DEACTIVATION NOTICE
Secure message regarding electronic proxy materials has expired
[CONTENT]
The secure message that we previously sent to you regarding Vanguard's 2009
proxy has expired. Because of this, we have mailed a paper proxy ballot to you.
However, you can still vote electronically before the proxy deadline of July 2,
2009. Simply log on to WWW.PROXY-DIRECT.COM/VANGUARD and follow the on-screen
directions.
Not only is voting online easy and quick, but it will also your fund reach a
quorum and thus avoid the considerable expense of a second proxy solicitation.
Of course, if you prefer, you can vote by phone (toll-free at 866-241-6192), by
mail, or by attending the shareholder meeting in Scottsdale, AZ.
Remember that every vote counts. No matter how many shares you own, your vote is
important.
[Date]
Dear Fellow Vanguard Shareholder,
I'm enclosing a ballot for Vanguard's 2009 proxy so you can make sure your voice
is heard regarding your funds' governance.
Your vote is very important. By voting before the shareholder meeting on July 2,
2009, you can help ensure that your funds achieve a quorum and avoid the
considerable expense of a second proxy mailing.
If you wish to vote online, you can log on to WWW.PROXY-DIRECT.COM/VANGUARD and
follow the on-screen directions. Voting electronically is the easiest method
available, but if you prefer, you can vote by mail using the enclosed ballot and
postage-paid envelope; by phone (toll-free at 866-241-6192); or by attending the
shareholder meeting in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Please vote today. No matter how many shares you own, your vote can make a
difference.
Sincerely,
[INSERT SIGNATURE]
F. William McNabb III
President and CEO
VANGUARD'S PROXY VOTING DEADLINE IS APPROACHING
Dear Fellow Vanguard Shareholder,
You still have time to exercise your rights concerning governance of your
Vanguard funds.
Although Vanguard's shareholder meeting is quickly approaching, you can make
sure your voice is heard by voting online now. It is easy and quick--just log on
to Vanguard.com and access your secure message about the proxy.
The secure message will expire on June 8, 2009. If your vote isn't on record by
then, you will receive a printed proxy ballot through the mail. We hope you'll
vote now, though, to help your fund avoid the additional cost of mailing paper
materials.
Your prompt action will also help ensure that your funds reach a quorum. If many
shareholders choose not to vote and your funds do not achieve a quorum to
conduct the shareholder meeting on July 2, then they will incur the considerable
expense of a second proxy solicitation.
Remember that every vote counts. No matter how many shares you own, your vote is
important.
Sincerely,
[Bill McNabb's signature]