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September 4, 2001
Our records as of August 30, 2001
indicate that we have not received your
proxy vote. We want you to know that
your vote matters!
Dear CDC Nvest Shareholder:
We recently sent you a package containing a proxy statement and detailed
information regarding important proposals affecting your CDC Nvest Fund. If you
have not responded, please take some time to review the proxy package and vote
your shares. If you have sent us your vote and we did not receive it by
August 30, 2001 we thank you for your response.
Please respond by September 23, 2001!
Your vote is needed prior to the Fund's shareholder meeting scheduled to be held
on September 28, 2001. There are three convenient methods for voting your
shares:
o Visit www.cdcnvestfunds.com where you will also find copies of our Q &
A and the proxy statement.
o Call toll-free 800-597-7836 to vote on our automated telephone line.
o Return the enclosed card in the postage-paid envelope provided.
If you vote electronically by Internet or by telephone, you will need the
control number printed on the enclosed proxy card.
Thank you for your cooperation in voting on these important proposals. If you
have any questions, please call 800-225-5478. One of our representatives will be
happy to provide you with the information you need.
Sincerely,
/s/ John T. Hailer
John T. Hailer
President and CEO
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