Sequoia Fund (SEQUX) DEFA14A Additional proxy soliciting materials

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        SEQUOIA FUND, INC. 9 West 57th Street Suite 5000 New York, New York 10019-2701

April 1, 2017

Dear Shareholder,

We have tried unsuccessfully to contact you regarding the Special Meeting of Stockholders to vote on an important matter related to your investment in the Sequoia Fund, Inc. The meeting is scheduled for April 13, 2017.

The matter relates to an important proposal for the Fund which requires your response.

It is very important that we speak to you regarding this matter.  The call will only take a few moments of your time and there is no confidential information required.

Please contact AST Fund Solutions at (800) 893-5865 Extension 11550 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Eastern time, Monday through Friday.

Thank you in advance for your assistance.

Sincerely,

David Poppe

President

Sequoia Fund, Inc.