William Blair Funds Shareholder Vote Required
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | William Blair Funds |
| Form Type | DEFA14A |
| Filed Date | Dec 30, 2025 |
| Risk Level | low |
| Pages | 1 |
| Reading Time | 1 min |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: proxy-statement, shareholder-vote, fund-management
TL;DR
Vote by Jan 26 for Blair Funds meeting Jan 27 - your say matters!
AI Summary
William Blair Funds is holding a shareholder meeting on January 27, 2026, to vote on important matters. Shareholders are urged to submit their votes by January 26, 2026, via online, phone, or mail to ensure their interests are represented.
Why It Matters
Shareholder votes are crucial for corporate governance, allowing investors to influence decisions that affect their investments and the company's future direction.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: low — This filing is a routine proxy statement for a shareholder vote and does not involve significant financial risk or operational changes.
Key Players & Entities
- William Blair Funds (company) — Filer of the DEFA14A
- William Blair Global Leaders Fund (company) — Specific fund mentioned
- January 27, 2026 (date) — Meeting date
- January 26, 2026 (date) — Vote deadline
FAQ
What is the purpose of this DEFA14A filing?
The purpose is to inform shareholders of an upcoming vote required for the William Blair Funds and to solicit their proxy votes.
When is the shareholder meeting scheduled?
The shareholder meeting is scheduled for January 27, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., CT.
What is the deadline for shareholders to submit their votes?
Shareholders must submit their votes on or before January 26, 2026.
What are the methods for shareholders to cast their vote?
Shareholders can vote online at www.proxyvote.com, by calling 1-866-705-9913, or by mail using the enclosed ballot.
Which specific fund is mentioned in this filing?
The William Blair Global Leaders Fund is specifically mentioned, with details on its Class N (WGGNX), Class I (WGFIX), and Class R6 (BGGIX) shares.
Filing Stats: 314 words · 1 min read · ~1 pages · Grade level 10.5 · Accepted 2025-12-30 11:27:03
Filing Documents
- d33283ddefa14a.htm (DEFA14A) — 6KB
- g33283g1230081028724.jpg (GRAPHIC) — 2KB
- 0001193125-25-336236.txt ( ) — 11KB
- S000019315
- C000053607 (WGGNX)
- C000053608 (WGFIX)
- C000053609 (BGGIX)
From the Filing
DEFA14A WILLIAM BLAIR FUNDS WILLIAM BLAIR GLOBAL LEADERS FUND Dear Shareholder, We are writing to inform you of an upcoming shareholder vote that requires your attention. Your participation is important to ensure that your interests are represented and that the Fund can move forward on key matters. Meeting Date: January 27, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., CT Action Needed: Please submit your vote on or before January 26, 2026, by one of the following methods: Online : Go to www.proxyvote.com. Your unique control number can be found on the enclosed ballot in the box marked with an arrow. Call : 1-866-705-9913 and speak to a live representative. Or call the number located on your ballot (With a touch-tone phone to vote using an automated system) Mail : Mark, sign and date the enclosed ballot and mail in the envelope provided What proposal am I being asked to vote on? Section 5(b)(1) of the 1940 Act requires every mutual fund to elect to be classified as either a "diversified" fund or "non-diversified" fund within the meaning of the 1940 Act. Shareholders are being asked to approve a change from a diversified fund to a non-diversified fund. By contrast, a non-diversified fund may invest in greater proportions in the securities of fewer issuers than a diversified fund. William Blair Investment Management, LLC (the "Adviser"), the Fund's investment adviser, believes that under current market conditions classification as a non-diversified fund would be beneficial in executing the Adviser's strategy for the Fund. Why Your Vote Matters If shareholders do not vote, the Fund may need to incur additional costs to continue soliciting proxies. Your prompt vote helps the Fund avoid these additional expenses and ensures that your views are represented in this important decision. Thank you for your continued support of the Fund and your participation in this important vote. Sincerely, William Blair Funds WB2026