First Trust Advisors L.P.
120 East Liberty Drive
Wheaton, Illinois 60187
April 12, 2016
First Trust Portfolios L.P.
120 East Liberty Drive
Suite 400
Wheaton, Illinois 60187
Re: FT 5969
Gentlemen:
We have examined the Registration Statement File No. 333-209928 for the above captioned fund. We hereby consent to the use in the Registration Statement of the references to First Trust Advisors L.P. as evaluator.
You are hereby authorized to file a copy of this letter with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Sincerely,
FIRST TRUST ADVISORS L.P.
Elizabeth H. Bull
Senior Vice President