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Delaware Funds Any Vote ADJOURNMENT Script
(ANY VOTE - MEETING ADJOURNED)
 
 
Good (morning, afternoon, evening), my name is (AGENT’S FULL NAME).
May I please speak with (SHAREHOLDER’S FULL NAME)?
(Re-Greet If Necessary)
 
The reason for my call is to inform you that the Delaware Funds Meeting of Shareholders that was scheduled to take place on May 16, 2014 has now been adjourned to June 3, 2014 due to a lack of quorum. It is very important that your shares are represented to help avoid additional adjournments.
 
Shareholders are being asked:
 
To approve a Sub-Advisory Agreement between Delaware Management Company, the Fund’s investment adviser and Jackson Square Partners, LLC.
 
The Board of Trustees are recommending a vote “In Favor”, but you may also cast an “Against” or “Abstain” vote.

Would you like to vote “In Favor”, “Against” or “Abstain”?
(Pause For Response)
(Review Voting Options with Shareholder If Necessary)
 

If we identify any additional accounts you own with Delaware Funds before the meeting takes place, would you like to vote those accounts in the same manner as well?
(Pause For Response)

*Confirmation – I am recording your (Recap Voting Instructions).
 For confirmation purposes:
 
·
Please state your full name. (Pause)
·
According to our records, you reside in (city, state, zip code). (Pause)
·
To ensure that we have the correct address for the written confirmation, please state your street address. (Pause)
 
Thank you.  You will receive written confirmation of your voting instructions within 3 to 5 business days.  Once you receive your confirmation, if you have any questions, feel free to contact us at the toll free number listed on the confirmation.  Mr. /Ms. ___________, your vote is important and your time is greatly appreciated.  Thank you and have a good (morning, afternoon, evening.)
 
 

 
REBUTTAL:
 
If Shareholder asks what is an “Abstain” vote?
 
By abstaining you are electing to make no indication whether you are “For” or “Against” the proposals.
 
 
 

                                                                                  
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