04/03/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/03/2026 13:22
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 14A
Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
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BAILLIE GIFFORD FUNDS
(Name of Registrant as Specified In Its Charter)
(Name of Person(s) Filing Proxy Statement, if other than the Registrant)
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BAILLIE GIFFORD FUNDS
Baillie Gifford International Concentrated Growth Equities Fund
Baillie Gifford Long Term Global Growth Fund
Baillie Gifford U.S. Equity Growth Fund
April 7, 2026
URGENT: YOUR TIMELY RESPONSE IS CRITICAL
Dear Shareholder:
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Sincerely,
Baillie Gifford Funds
BGEND2026