If you were a Vanguard  shareholder  on April 6, 2009,  and haven't yet voted on
your  proxy  proposals,  please  do so now.  You can  vote  online,  even if you
received a proxy card through the U.S. mail.

It's  important to participate  in the  governance of your Vanguard  funds,  and
every vote  matters--no  matter how many shares you own. Your vote now will help
avoid the considerable expense of soliciting you again.

Thank you for making a difference.




STATEMENT AND CONFIRMATION BUCK SLIP CONTENT:

Vanguard's proxy voting deadline approaches

You can still make sure your voice is heard at Vanguard's shareholder meeting on
July 2, 2009.

No matter how many  shares you own,  your vote is  important.  You can also help
avoid the considerable expense of a second proxy solicitation.

If you have not already cast your ballot, you can vote electronically by logging
on to WWW.PROXY-DIRECT.COM/VANGUARD  and following the on-screen directions. Or,
if you prefer, you can vote by phone (toll-free at 866-241-6192), by mail, or by
attending the shareholder meeting in Scottsdale, Arizona.


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