485BPOS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 13, 2012

1933 Act Registration No. 033-87762

1940 Act Registration No. 811-08918

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM N-1A

REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933	x
Pre-Effective Amendment No.	¨
Post-Effective Amendment No. 62	x

and/or

REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE INVESTMENT COMPANY ACT OF 1940	x
Amendment No. 63	x

HC Capital Trust

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)

Five Tower Bridge, 300 Barr Harbor, Suite 500

West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2970

(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, including Area Code:

610-828-7200

Copies of communications to:

Laura Anne Corsell, Esq.

Montgomery, McCracken, Walker &

Rhoads LLP

123 South Broad Street

Avenue of the Arts

Philadelphia, PA 19109

(Name and Address of Agent for Service)

It is proposed that this filing will become effective (check appropriate box):

x Immediately upon filing pursuant to paragraph (b)

¨ On November 1, 2011 pursuant to paragraph (b)

¨ 60 days after filing pursuant to paragraph (a) (1)

¨ On (date) pursuant to paragraph (a) (1)

¨ 75 days after filing pursuant to paragraph (a) (2)

¨ On (date) pursuant to paragraph (a) (2) of Rule 485.

If appropriate, check the following box:

¨ This post-effective amendment designates a new effective date for a previously filed post-effective amendment.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, the Registrant certifies that it meets all of the requirements for effectiveness of this Post-Effective Amendment No. 62 to its Registration Statement pursuant to Rule 485(b) under the Securities Act of 1933 and has caused of this Post-Effective Amendment to its Registration Statement to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized, in the City of West Conshohocken and State of Pennsylvania on the 12th day of November, 2012.

HC Capital Trust

                *

Robert J. Zion

President and Chief Executive Officer

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, this Registration Statement has been signed below by the following persons in the capacities and on the date indicated.

*	Trustee, Treasurer and Vice-President	November 12, 2012
Robert J. Zion	(Principal Financial Officer)
*	Trustee	November 12, 2012
Jarrett Burt Kling
*	Trustee	November 12, 2012
Harvey Magarick
*	Trustee	November 12, 2012
R. Richard Williams
*	Trustee	November 12, 2012
Richard W. Wortham, III

*By:	/s/ Colette Bull
	Colette Bull
	As Attorney-in-fact
	November 12, 2012

POWER OF ATTORNEY

KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned, a Trustee of HC Capital Trust, a Delaware statutory trust (the “Trust”), does hereby constitute and appoint Robert J. Zion and Colette Bull, and each of them, his true and lawful attorney and agent to do any and all acts and things and to execute any and all instruments which said attorney and agent may deem necessary or advisable to enable the Trust to comply with the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (“Securities Act”), the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (“1940 Act”) and any rules, regulations and requirements of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), in connection with the registration under the Securities Act of the shares of beneficial interest of the Trust (the “Securities”) and in connection with the registration of the Trust under the 1940 Act, including specifically, but without limiting the generality of the foregoing, the power and authority to sign for on behalf of the Trust and the undersigned, the name of the undersigned as Trustee or an officer, as appropriate, of the Trust to a Registration Statement or to any amendment thereto filed with the SEC with respect to the Securities or with respect to the Trust and to any instrument or document filed as part of, as an exhibit to or in connection with any Registration Statement or amendment. This power of attorney supersedes and replaces the previous power of attorney executed by the undersigned as a Trustee of the Trust on or about June 8, 2010.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has caused this Power of Attorney to be executed as of June 12, 2012.

/s/ Harvey G. Magarick	/s/ R. Richard Williams
Harvey G. Magarick, Trustee	R. Richard Williams, Trustee
/s/ Jarret Burt Kling	/s/ Richard W. Wortham
Jarrett Burt Kling, Trustee	Richard W. Wortham III, Trustee
/s/ Robert J. Zion
Robert J. Zion, Trustee

HC CAPITAL TRUST

POWER OF ATTORNEY

KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned, being a Trustee and officer of HC Capital Trust, a statutory trust organized under the laws of the State of Delaware (the “Trust”), does hereby make, constitute and appoint COLETTE BULL and MARK HAUSMANN, and each of them, attorneys-in-fact and agents of the undersigned with full power and authority of substitution and re-substitution, in any and all capacities, to execute for an on behalf of the undersigned any and all filings and amendments to the Registration Statement on Form N-1A relating to the shares of beneficial interest of the Trust and any other documents and instruments incidental thereto, and to deliver and file the same, with all exhibits thereto, and all documents and instruments in connection therewith, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, granting unto said attorneys-in-fact and agents, and each of them, full power and authority to do and perform each and every act and thing that said attorneys-in-fact and agents, and each of them, deem advisable or necessary to enable the Trust to effectuate the intents and purposes hereof, and the undersigned hereby fully ratifies and confirms all that said attorneys-in-fact and agents, or any of them, or their or his or her substitute or substitutes, shall do or cause to be done by virtue hereof.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has subscribed his or her name this 12th day of June, 2012.

/s/ Robert J. Zion

Robert J. Zion

HC CAPITAL TRUST

POWER OF ATTORNEY

KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS, that the undersigned, being a Trustee and officer of HC Capital Trust, a statutory trust organized under the laws of the State of Delaware (the “Trust”), does hereby make, constitute and appoint ROBERT J. ZION and MARK HAUSMANN, and each of them, attorneys-in-fact and agents of the undersigned with full power and authority of substitution and re-substitution, in any and all capacities, to execute for an on behalf of the undersigned any and all filings and amendments to the Registration Statement on Form N-1A relating to the shares of beneficial interest of the Trust and any other documents and instruments incidental thereto, and to deliver and file the same, with all exhibits thereto, and all documents and instruments in connection therewith, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, granting unto said attorneys-in-fact and agents, and each of them, full power and authority to do and perform each and every act and thing that said attorneys-in-fact and agents, and each of them, deem advisable or necessary to enable the Trust to effectuate the intents and purposes hereof, and the undersigned hereby fully ratifies and confirms all that said attorneys-in-fact and agents, or any of them, or their or his or her substitute or substitutes, shall do or cause to be done by virtue hereof.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has subscribed his or her name this 12th day of June, 2012.

/s/ Colette Bull

Colette Bull

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HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio

The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio is to provide total return consisting of capital appreciation and current income.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.22%
Other Expenses	0.07%
Acquired Fund Fees and Expense	0.03%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.32%
Fee Waivers	(0.01%)
Total Net Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.31%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s Operating Expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio
1 Year	32
3 Years	102
5 Years	179
10 Years	405

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 128.77% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio is designed to implement a value-oriented investment approach. A “value investor” seeks to select securities that trade for less than the intrinsic value of the issuing company, as measured by fundamental investment considerations such as earnings, book value and dividend paying ability. The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities. The Portfolio may also invest in equity securities of mid capitalization issuers. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Up to 20% of the total assets of the actively managed portion of the Portfolio may be invested in income-producing securities other than common stock, such as preferred stocks or bonds, including those that are convertible into common stock. These income-producing securities may be of any quality or maturity. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities issued by non-U.S. companies. Consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio’s Specialist Managers may use instruments including option or futures contracts and similar instruments in order to pursue their investment objectives, gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. In accordance with applicable interpretations of the SEC, such derivative instruments may be treated as equity securities for purposes of meeting its investment objective, if these instruments have economic characteristics similar to those of equity securities. Additionally, a portion of the Portfolio is managed using a “passive” or “index” investment approach designed to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of the Portfolio’s benchmark index and, from time to time, one or more identifiable subsets or other portions of that index.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one investment Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Credit Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that the issuing company may fail to make principal and interest payments when due.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments, including option and futures contracts, may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Interest Rate Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that, if interest rates rise, the value of income-producing securities may experience a corresponding decline.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have more limited financial resources, markets and depth of management than larger companies. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Value Investing Risk – An investment in the Portfolio cannot assure moderation of investment risk. There is no guarantee that a value stock is, in fact, undervalued, or that the market will ever recognize its true value.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on July 18, 2008. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 13.38%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2009	18.31%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(16.86)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio	(1.25%)	(0.34%)	Jul. 18, 2008
The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(1.72%)	(0.71%)	Jul. 18, 2008
The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	(0.20%)	(0.34%)	Jul. 18, 2008
The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio Russell 1000 Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	0.39%	0.79%	Jul. 18, 2008

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Strategic Shares | The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

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The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio is to provide a moderate and sustainable level of current income, consistent with the preservation of capital by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of investment grade fixed income securities issued by U.S. corporations.

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

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Shareholder Fees
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Annual Operating Expenses
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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 56.04% of the average value of its portfolio.

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56.04%

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Example:

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e. at least 80% of net assets) in a portfolio of investment grade fixed income securities issued by U.S. corporations. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. In general the portfolio will maintain aggregate characteristics similar to the Barclays Capital U.S. Corporate Index. Securities held by the Portfolio will be rated investment-grade or better by one of the established rating agencies or, if not rated by an agency, of comparable credit quality as determined by the Specialist Manager at the time of purchase. Securities held by the Portfolio which are downgraded below investment-grade by all ratings agencies may be retained up to a maximum market value of 5% of the Portfolio. Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but under normal circumstances the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between nine and twelve years. The Portfolio may also invest up to 20% of its assets in municipal bonds (i.e., debt securities issued by municipalities and related entities).

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are especially sensitive to prepayment.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time, thus potentially reducing the Portfolio’s return. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. The lower the rating of a debt security, the higher its credit risk. In addition, the securities of many U.S. Government agencies, authorities or instrumentalities in which the Portfolio may invest are neither issued nor guaranteed by the U.S. Government, and may be supported only by the ability of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury or by the credit of the issuer.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of securities held in the Portfolio, including U.S. Government securities, will decline with changes in interest rates. Treasury inflation protected securities (“TIPS”) can also exhibit price movements as a result of changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles. U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on December 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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The chart and table below show how The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on December 6, 2010.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 7.51%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	4.37%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	0.22%

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Strategic Shares | The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees

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0.27%

Other Expenses

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0.08%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.35%

1 Year

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36

3 Years

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113

5 Years

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197

10 Years

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443

2011

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9.10%

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before-tax return

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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7.51%

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Best quarter:

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Sep. 30, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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4.37%

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Worst quarter:

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Mar. 31, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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0.22%

One Year

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9.10%

Since Inception

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7.58%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

HC Strategic Shares | The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

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One Year

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7.49%

Since Inception

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6.02%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

HC Strategic Shares | The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

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One Year

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5.88%

Since Inception

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5.53%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

HC Strategic Shares | The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | Barclays Capital U.S. Corporate Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

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One Year

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8.15%

Since Inception

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7.13%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio

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The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio

Objective [Heading]

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio is to provide long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee table below describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 81.04% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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81.04%

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Example:

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of “small cap” issuers. The Portfolio is designed to invest primarily in equity securities of U.S. issuers which have market capitalizations that are comparable to the capitalization of companies in the Russell 2000^® Index at the time of purchase. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities of “mid cap” issuers. Consistent with this objective the Portfolio will invest in both dividend paying securities and securities that do not pay dividends. Also, consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio’s Specialist Managers may use instruments such as option or futures contracts in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. As of August 31, 2012, the market capitalization range of companies in the Russell^® 2000 Index was between approximately $500 million and $5 billion. Companies with a market capitalization between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have greater financial resources, markets and depth of management than companies in the small cap universe and may be less likely to experience the rapid growth that small cap investors seek.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Small Cap Risk – Small cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on August 15, 2008. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Performance Information Illustrates Variability of Returns [Text]

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The chart and table below show how The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on August 15, 2008.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 14.02%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2009	19.99%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(20.63)%

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.63%

Other Expenses

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0.09%

Acquired Fund Fees and Expense

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0.01%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.73%

1 Year

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75

3 Years

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233

5 Years

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406

10 Years

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906

2009

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27.34%

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2010

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24.07%

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2011

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(6.08%)

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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14.02%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Jun. 30, 2009

Highest Quarterly Return

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19.99%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(20.63%)

One Year

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(6.08%)

Since Inception

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(1.17%)

Inception Date

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Aug. 15, 2008

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

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One Year

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(6.13%)

Since Inception

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(1.24%)

Inception Date

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Aug. 15, 2008

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(3.89%)

Since Inception

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(1.00%)

Inception Date

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Aug. 15, 2008

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio | Russell 2000 Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(4.18%)

Since Inception

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0.95%

Inception Date

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Aug. 15, 2008

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio is to provide a high level of current income exempt from Federal income tax, consistent with the preservation of capital.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio
Management Fees	0.21%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.06%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.52%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes the reinvestment of all dividends and distributions in shares of the Portfolio, that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio
1 Year	53
3 Years	167
5 Years	291
10 Years	653

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 16.99% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of assets) in a diversified portfolio of intermediate-term fixed income securities, the interest on which is exempt from regular Federal income tax. These securities, which include both securities issued by municipalities and so-called “private activity bonds,” are referred to as “Municipal Securities.” Municipal Securities acquired for the Portfolio will generally be rated in one of the three highest rating categories assigned by one of the major independent rating agencies, or are, in the view of the Specialist Manager, deemed to be of comparable quality. The Portfolio is, however, authorized to invest up to 15% of its assets in Municipal Securities that are rated in the fourth highest category. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Also, the Portfolio is authorized to invest up to 20% of its net assets in taxable instruments. It is a fundamental policy of the Portfolio that, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets will be invested in Municipal Securities. Municipal Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but under normal circumstances the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between five and ten years. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – Municipal securities held by the Portfolio may be called (prepaid) before their maturity dates. This usually occurs as interest rates are declining. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. In addition, the Portfolio may lose price appreciation if a bond it holds is called earlier than scheduled.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a Municipal Security that the Portfolio holds will not make principal or interest payments when they are due, or that the value of the Municipal Securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Credit risk is greater for lower quality fixed income securities.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of Municipal Securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 4.58%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2011	3.68%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	0.79%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio	10.30%	6.41%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	10.28%	6.39%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	7.96%	5.97%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio Barclays Capital 3-15 Year Blend Municipal Bond Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	9.63%	6.26%	Jul. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The Emerging Markets Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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Risk/Return [Heading]

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The Emerging Markets Portfolio

Objective [Heading]

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Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]

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The investment objective of The Emerging Markets Portfolio is to provide maximum total return, primarily through capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 52.27% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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52.27%

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of securities issued by companies domiciled or, in the view of the Specialist Manager, deemed to be doing material amounts of business in countries determined by the Specialist Manager to have a developing or emerging economy or securities market. Typically 80% of the Portfolio’s assets will be invested in equity securities, equity swaps, structured equity notes, equity linked notes and depositary receipts concentrated in emerging market countries. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio invests primarily in the Morgan Stanley Capital International^® Emerging Market Index (“MSCI EM Index”) countries. As the MSCI EM Index introduces new emerging market countries, the Portfolio may include those countries among the countries in which it may invest. In determining securities in which to invest, the Portfolio’s management team will evaluate the countries’ economic and political climates with prospects for sustained macro and micro economic growth. The Portfolio’s management team will take into account traditional securities valuation methods, including (but not limited to) an analysis of price in relation to assets, earnings, cash flows, projected earnings growth, inflation and interest rates. Liquidity and transaction costs will also be considered. The Portfolio may also invest in companies of any market capitalization.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Small Cap Risk – Small cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Emerging Markets Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Performance Information Illustrates Variability of Returns [Text]

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The chart and table below show how The Emerging Markets Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 9.33%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	5.11%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(24.17)%

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The Emerging Markets Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.72%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

Other Expenses

rr_OtherExpensesOverAssets

0.19%

Acquired Fund Fees and Expense

rr_AcquiredFundFeesAndExpensesOverAssets

0.03%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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1.19%

1 Year

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121

3 Years

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378

5 Years

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654

10 Years

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1,443

2011

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(19.98%)

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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9.33%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Dec. 31, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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5.11%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(24.17%)

One Year

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(19.98%)

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

(0.02%)

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Emerging Markets Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

(20.34%)

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

(0.57%)

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Emerging Markets Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

(12.38%)

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

(0.03%)

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Emerging Markets Portfolio | MSCI Emerging Markets Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

(18.17%)

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

1.55%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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Value

Risk/Return:

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Registrant Name

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Strategic Shares | The Growth Equity Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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Risk/Return [Heading]

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The Growth Equity Portfolio

Objective [Heading]

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Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]

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The investment objective of The Growth Equity Portfolio is to provide capital appreciation,

Objective, Secondary [Text Block]

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with income as a secondary consideration.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 64.59% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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64.59%

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio is designed to implement a growth-oriented investment approach. “Growth investing” means that securities acquired for the Portfolio can be expected to have above-average potential for growth in revenue and earnings. The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio may invest up to 20% of the total assets of the actively managed portion of the Portfolio in income-producing securities other than common stock, such as preferred stocks or bonds, including those that are convertible into common stock. These income-producing securities may be of any quality or maturity. The Portfolio may also invest in equity securities of mid capitalization issuers. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities issued by non-U.S. companies. Although some of the equity securities in which the Portfolio will invest are expected to be dividend paying issues, income is a secondary consideration in the stock selection process. Accordingly, dividends paid by this Portfolio can generally be expected to be lower than those paid by The Value Equity Portfolio. Consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio’s Specialist Managers may use instruments including option or futures contracts and similar instruments in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Credit Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that the issuing company may fail to make principal and interest payments when due.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Growth Investing Risk – An investment in growth stocks may be susceptible to rapid price swings, especially during periods of economic uncertainty. Growth stocks typically have little or no dividend income to cushion the effect of adverse market conditions. In addition, growth stocks may be particularly volatile in the event of earnings disappointments or other financial difficulties experienced by the issuer.

• Interest Rate Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that, if interest rates rise, the value of income-producing securities may experience a corresponding decline.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have more limited financial resources, markets and depth of management than larger companies. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Growth Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each of the last ten full calendar years. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Performance Information Illustrates Variability of Returns [Text]

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The chart and table below show how The Growth Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each of the last ten full calendar years.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 18.21%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2009	15.03%
Worst quarter:	4th Qtr. 2008	(23.87)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Strategic Shares | The Growth Equity Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice

none

Maximum Redemption Fee

rr_RedemptionFeeOverRedemption

none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

rr_ManagementFeesOverAssets

0.22%

Other Expenses

rr_OtherExpensesOverAssets

0.07%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

rr_ExpensesOverAssets

0.29%

1 Year

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30

3 Years

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93

5 Years

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163

10 Years

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368

2002

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(29.48%)

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2003

rr_AnnualReturn2003

31.46%

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2004

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8.47%

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2005

rr_AnnualReturn2005

9.82%

^[1]

2006

rr_AnnualReturn2006

5.06%

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2007

rr_AnnualReturn2007

10.00%

^[1]

2008

rr_AnnualReturn2008

(37.23%)

^[1]

2009

rr_AnnualReturn2009

41.82%

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2010

rr_AnnualReturn2010

12.32%

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2011

rr_AnnualReturn2011

4.15%

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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18.21%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

rr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturnDate

Jun. 30, 2009

Highest Quarterly Return

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15.03%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

rr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturnDate

Dec. 31, 2008

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(23.87%)

One Year

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4.15%

Five Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05

2.75%

Ten Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear10

2.88%

HC Strategic Shares | The Growth Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

4.00%

Five Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05

2.61%

Ten Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear10

2.72%

HC Strategic Shares | The Growth Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

2.89%

Five Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05

2.34%

Ten Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear10

2.43%

HC Strategic Shares | The Growth Equity Portfolio | Russell 1000 Growth Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

2.64%

Five Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05

2.50%

Ten Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear10

2.60%

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The Real Estate Securities Portfolio

The Real Estate Securities Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Real Estate Securities Portfolio is to provide total return consisting of both capital appreciation and current income.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The Real Estate Securities Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The Real Estate Securities Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.76%
Other Expenses	0.09%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.85%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The Real Estate Securities Portfolio
1 Year	87
3 Years	271
5 Years	471
10 Years	1,049

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 70.31% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a portfolio of equity and debt securities issued by U.S. and non-U.S. real estate-related companies, including companies known as real estate investment trusts (REITs) and other real estate operating companies whose value is derived from ownership, development and management of underlying real estate properties. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio’s permissible investments include equity and equity-related securities of real estate-related companies, including common stock, preferred stock, convertible securities, warrants, options, depositary receipts and other similar equity equivalents. The Portfolio also may invest in equity and equity-related and fixed income securities, including debt securities, mortgage-backed securities and high yield debt. The Portfolio may also invest in companies which are located in emerging markets countries, as well as companies of any market capitalization.

Consistent with its investment style, the Portfolio’s Specialist Manager may use instruments such as option or futures contracts in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of fixed income securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are especially sensitive to prepayment.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. Credit risk is greater for lower quality or “junk bonds.” In addition, the securities of many U.S. Government agencies, authorities or instrumentalities in which the Portfolio may invest are neither issued nor guaranteed by the U.S. Government, and may be supported only by the ability of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury or by the credit of the issuer.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the Morgan Stanley Capital International Europe, Australasia and Far East Index (“MSCI EAFE”) Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Extension Risk – Fixed income securities held by the Portfolio are subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of fixed income securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Non-Diversification Risk – The Portfolio is classified as non-diversified for purposes of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “Investment Company Act”). This means that, with respect to 50% of its investment portfolio, there is no limit on the percentage of assets that can be invested in a single issuer. Accordingly, an investment in a non-diversified fund may entail greater risk than would otherwise be the case because the potential for a higher percentage of investments among fewer issuers may result in greater fluctuation in the total market value of the Portfolio.

• Real Estate Markets and REIT Risk – Investments in the Portfolio will be closely linked to the performance of the real estate markets. Property values may fall due to increasing vacancies or declining rents resulting from unanticipated economic, legal, cultural or technological developments. REIT prices may also fall because of the failure of borrowers to pay their loans and/or poor management. The value of real estate (and real estate securities) may also be affected by increases in property taxes and changes in tax laws and interest rates. The value of securities of companies that service the real estate industry may also be affected by such risks.

• Sector/Concentration Risk – Because the Portfolio concentrates its investments in real estate securities, it may be subject to greater risks of loss as a result of economic, business or other developments than a fund representing a broader range of industries. The Portfolio may be subject to risks associated with direct ownership of real estate, such as changes in economic conditions, interest rates, availability of mortgage funds, property values, increases in property taxes and operating expenses, increased competition, environmental problems, changes in zoning laws and natural disasters.

• Small/Mid Cap Risk – Many companies in the investable universe are classified as small or mid cap companies. Small and mid-cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small and mid-cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies. Companies with a market capitalization between $500 million and $5 billion would likely be included in the “small cap” range and companies with a market capitalization between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Real Estate Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on May 21, 2009. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 14.34%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	15.07%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(14.48)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Real Estate Securities Portfolio	8.79%	27.02%	May 21, 2009
The Real Estate Securities Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(0.25%)	21.91%	May 21, 2009
The Real Estate Securities Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	12.87%	22.05%	May 21, 2009
The Real Estate Securities Portfolio Dow-Jones US Select Real Estate Securities Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	8.87%	32.89%	May 21, 2009

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The Core Fixed Income Portfolio

The Core Fixed Income Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Core Fixed Income Portfolio is to provide a high level of current income consistent with the preservation of capital.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The Core Fixed Income Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The Core Fixed Income Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.22%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.08%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.55%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes the reinvestment of all dividends and distributions in shares of the Portfolio and that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio's operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The Core Fixed Income Portfolio
1 Year	56
3 Years	176
5 Years	307
10 Years	689

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 64.20% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio invests primarily (e.g. at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of fixed income securities. The Portfolio, under normal circumstances, will invest at least 80% of its assets in fixed income securities that, at the time of purchase, are rated in one of four highest rating categories assigned by one of the major independent rating agencies or are, in the view of the Specialist Manager, deemed to be of comparable quality. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Securities in the fourth highest rating category may have speculative characteristics. From time to time, a substantial portion of the Portfolio may be invested in any of the following: (1) investment grade mortgage-backed or asset-backed securities; (2) securities issues or fully guaranteed by the U.S. Government, Federal Agencies, or sponsored agencies; (3) investment grade fixed income securities issued by U.S. corporations; or (4) municipal bonds (i.e., debt securities issued by municipalities and related entities). Under normal conditions, the Portfolio may invest up to 20% of its assets in high yield securities (“junk bonds”) and up to 20% of its assets in cash or money market instruments in order to maintain liquidity, or in the event that the Specialist Manager determines that securities meeting the Portfolio’s investment objective and policies are not otherwise readily available for purchase. Consistent with its investment policies, the Portfolio may purchase and sell securities without regard to the effect on portfolio turnover. The Portfolio has historically had significant portfolio turnover (e.g., over 200% annually), and it is anticipated that such portfolio turnover will continue in the future. High portfolio turnover will cause the Portfolio to incur additional transaction costs; higher transaction costs will reduce total return. High portfolio turnover also is likely to generate short-term capital gains, which, once distributed, is taxed to the shareholder as ordinary income. Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but under normal circumstances the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between five and ten years. The Portfolio may engage in transactions involving “derivative instruments” both in order to hedge against fluctuations in the market value of the securities in which the Portfolio invests and to achieve market exposure pending investment and, in the case of asset-backed and similar securities, for investment purposes.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Asset-Backed Security Risk – The market value and yield of asset-backed and mortgage-backed securities can vary due to market interest rate fluctuations and early prepayments of underlying instruments. Although these securities may offer yields higher than those available from other types of securities, these securities may be less effective than other types of securities as a means of “locking in” attractive long-term rates because of the prepayment feature.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are especially sensitive to prepayment.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. In addition, the securities of many U.S. Government agencies, authorities or instrumentalities in which the Portfolio may invest are neither issued nor guaranteed by the U.S. Government, and may be supported only by the ability of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury or by the credit of the issuer.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• High Yield Bond Risk – Up to 20% of the Portfolio’s assets may be invested in these securities. High yield bonds are considered speculative under traditional investment standards. The prices of these securities will rise and fall primarily in response to changes in the issuer’s financial health. Change in market interest rates will also affect prices. High yield bonds may also experience reduced liquidity, and sudden and substantial decreases in price, during certain market conditions

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of fixed income securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Core Fixed Income Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 4.20%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	4.15%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	0.10%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Core Fixed Income Portfolio	7.74%	5.65%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Core Fixed Income Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	6.12%	3.92%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Core Fixed Income Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	5.64%	4.03%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Core Fixed Income Portfolio Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	7.84%	5.90%	Jul. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio is to provide a high level of current income exempt from Federal income tax, consistent with the preservation of capital.

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Fees and Expenses

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 16.99% of the average value of its portfolio.

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Example:

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes the reinvestment of all dividends and distributions in shares of the Portfolio, that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of assets) in a diversified portfolio of intermediate-term fixed income securities, the interest on which is exempt from regular Federal income tax. These securities, which include both securities issued by municipalities and so-called “private activity bonds,” are referred to as “Municipal Securities.” Municipal Securities acquired for the Portfolio will generally be rated in one of the three highest rating categories assigned by one of the major independent rating agencies, or are, in the view of the Specialist Manager, deemed to be of comparable quality. The Portfolio is, however, authorized to invest up to 15% of its assets in Municipal Securities that are rated in the fourth highest category. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Also, the Portfolio is authorized to invest up to 20% of its net assets in taxable instruments. It is a fundamental policy of the Portfolio that, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets will be invested in Municipal Securities. Municipal Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but under normal circumstances the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between five and ten years. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – Municipal securities held by the Portfolio may be called (prepaid) before their maturity dates. This usually occurs as interest rates are declining. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. In addition, the Portfolio may lose price appreciation if a bond it holds is called earlier than scheduled.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a Municipal Security that the Portfolio holds will not make principal or interest payments when they are due, or that the value of the Municipal Securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Credit risk is greater for lower quality fixed income securities.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of Municipal Securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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The chart and table below show how The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 4.58%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2011	3.68%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	0.79%

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

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none

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none

Management Fees

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0.21%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

Other Expenses

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0.06%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.52%

1 Year

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53

3 Years

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167

5 Years

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291

10 Years

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653

2011

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10.30%

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before-tax return

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Sep. 30, 2012

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4.58%

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Best quarter:

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Jun. 30, 2011

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3.68%

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Worst quarter:

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Mar. 31, 2011

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0.79%

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10.30%

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6.41%

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Advisors Shares

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One Year

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10.28%

Since Inception

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6.39%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Advisors Shares

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One Year

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7.96%

Since Inception

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5.97%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | Barclays Capital 3-15 Year Blend Municipal Bond Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

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One Year

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9.63%

Since Inception

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6.26%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio is to provide a high level of current income exempt from Federal income tax, consistent with the preservation of capital.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio
Management Fees	0.18%
Other Expenses	0.09%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.27%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes the reinvestment of all dividends and distributions in shares of the Portfolio, that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio
1 Year	28
3 Years	87
5 Years	152
10 Years	343

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 22.24% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio’s principal investment strategy is to invest at least 80% of its assets in municipal bonds (i.e., debt securities issued by municipalities and related entities, the interest on which is exempt from Federal income tax) (“Tax-Exempt Securities”) so that it will qualify to pay “exempt-interest dividends.” The Portfolio intends to maintain a dollar-weighted effective average portfolio maturity of no longer than three years. The Portfolio invests primarily in securities that are rated in one of the top four rating categories of a nationally recognized statistical rating organization or, if unrated, that are determined by the Specialist Manager to be of comparable quality. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. The Portfolio does not currently intend to invest in obligations, the interest on which is a preference item for purposes of the Federal alternative minimum tax.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – Municipal securities held by the Portfolio may be called (prepaid) before their maturity dates. This usually occurs as interest rates are declining. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. In addition, the Portfolio may lose price appreciation if a bond it holds is called earlier than scheduled.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a municipal security that the Portfolio holds will not make principal or interest payments when they are due, or that the value of the municipal securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Credit risk is greater for lower quality fixed income securities.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of municipal securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Tax Risk – Changes in Federal tax laws or regulations could change the tax-exempt status of income from any or all of the Portfolio’s municipal securities. In addition, short-term capital gains and a portion of any gain attributable to bonds purchased at market discount will be treated as ordinary income for Federal tax purposes.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on March 1, 2006. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 1.50%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2008	2.56 %
Worst quarter:	4th Qtr. 2010	(0.83 )%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Five Years	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio	3.01%	3.49%	3.41%	Mar. 01, 2006
The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	2.98%	3.46%	3.39%	Mar. 01, 2006
The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	2.74%	3.39%	3.33%	Mar. 01, 2006
The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio BofA Merrill Lynch 1-3 Year Municipal Bond Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	2.36%	3.54%	3.53%	Mar. 01, 2006

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio

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The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio is to provide capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

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The fee table and accompanying example below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 83.66% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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83.66%

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Example:

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing in a portfolio of commodity-related investments including securities issued by companies in commodity-related industries, commodity-linked structured notes (derivative debt instruments with principal and/or coupon payments linked to the performance of commodity indices) and other similar derivative instruments, investment vehicles that invest in commodities and commodity-related instruments. Securities of companies in commodities-related industries may include common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred securities, rights to subscribe for or purchase any such securities, warrants, convertible securities and other equity and commodity-linked securities issued by such companies. For this purpose, commodities are assets that have tangible properties, such as oil, metal and agricultural products. Commodity-related industries include, but are not limited to: (i) those directly engaged in the production of commodities, such as minerals, metals, agricultural commodities, chemicals, pulp and paper, building materials, oil and gas, other energy or natural resources, and (ii) companies that provide services to commodity producers. The Portfolio considers a company to be in a commodity-related industry if, as determined by the relevant Specialist Manager, at least 50% of the company’s assets, revenues or net income are derived from, or related to, such activities. The Portfolio may invest without limitation in foreign securities, including securities issued by companies in emerging markets. The Portfolio also intends to gain exposure to commodity markets by investing a portion of its assets in two wholly-owned subsidiaries organized under the laws of the Cayman Islands (the “Subsidiaries”). The Subsidiaries may invest without limitation in commodity-linked derivative instruments, such as swaps, futures and options. The Portfolio may invest in commodity swap, variance swap and total return swap agreements and the Portfolio maintains liquid assets sufficient to cover the full notional value of any such swap positions. The Subsidiaries may also invest in debt securities, some of which are intended to serve as margin or collateral for the Subsidiaries’ derivatives positions, and other investment vehicles that invest in commodities and commodity-related instruments. The Subsidiaries are managed by the same Specialist Managers that advise the Portfolio.

The Portfolio may invest in equity and fixed income securities and may invest in companies of any market capitalization.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that the Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

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The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing in a portfolio of commodity-related investments including securities issued by companies in commodity-related industries, commodity-linked structured notes (derivative debt instruments with principal and/or coupon payments linked to the performance of commodity indices) and other similar derivative instruments, investment vehicles that invest in commodities and commodity-related instruments.

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Principal Investment Risks

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Commodity-Related Securities Risk – The securities of companies in commodity-related industries may underperform the stock market as a whole. The stock prices of such companies may also experience greater price volatility than other types of common stocks. Securities issued by companies in commodity-related industries are sensitive to changes in the supply and demand for, and thus the prices of, commodities. Additionally, the values of securities issued by commodity-related companies may be affected by factors affecting a particular industry or commodity.

• Commodity-Related Investment Risk – Exposure to the commodities markets may subject the Portfolio to greater volatility than investments in traditional securities. The value of commodity-linked derivative instruments may be affected by changes in overall market movements, commodity index volatility, interest rate changes or events affecting a particular commodity or industry, such as political instability or conflict, international economic and regulatory developments, embargoes and tariffs, and drought, floods and other weather-related events.

• Counterparty Risk – The Portfolio will be subject to credit risk with respect to derivative contracts entered into by the Portfolio or held by special purpose or structured vehicles in which the Portfolio invests. If a counterparty becomes bankrupt or otherwise fails to perform its obligations due to financial difficulties, the Portfolio may experience significant delays in obtaining any recovery in a bankruptcy or other reorganization proceeding. The Portfolio may obtain only a limited recovery or may obtain no recovery in such circumstances.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds or the other party to an over the counter transaction will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. Credit risk is greater for lower quality or “junk bonds” and foreign bonds.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio. Additionally, investments in commodity-linked derivatives may be subject to special risks that do not apply to all derivatives transactions. The value of a commodity-linked derivative investment is generally based on the price movements of a physical commodity. Accordingly, these investments are subject to markets risks that relate to the movement of prices in the commodities markets, which may be speculative. Also, a liquid secondary market may not exist for the types of commodity-linked derivative instruments that Portfolio buys, which may make it difficult for the Portfolio to sell them at an acceptable price.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Industry Concentration Risk – The Portfolio is expected to be concentrated in commodity-related industries. The focus of the Portfolio on a specific group of related industries my present more risks than if the Portfolio were more broadly diversified over numerous unrelated industries. A downturn in commodity-related industries would have a larger impact on the Portfolio than on an investment company that does not concentrate in such industries. At times, the performance of the Portfolio’s investments in commodity-related industries may lag the performance of other industries or the broader market as a whole.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of fixed income securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities.

• Leveraging Risk – The Portfolio has the risk that certain transactions of the Portfolio, such as reverse repurchase agreements, loans of portfolio securities, and the use of when-issued, delayed delivery or forward commitment transactions, or derivative instruments, may give rise to leverage, causing the Portfolio to be more volatile than if it had not been leveraged.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – Investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions, or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Non-Diversification Risk – The Portfolio is classified as non-diversified for purposes of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “Investment Company Act”). This means that, with respect to 50% of its investment portfolio, there is no limit on the percentage of assets that can be invested in a single issuer. Accordingly, an investment in a non-diversified fund may entail greater risk than would otherwise be the case because the potential for a higher percentage of investments among fewer issuers may result in greater fluctuation in the total market value of the Portfolio.

• Non-Investment Grade Securities Risk – Non-investment grade securities are considered speculative under traditional investment standards. Prices of these securities will rise and fall primarily in response to changes in the issuer’s financial health, although changes in market interest rates also will affect prices. Such securities may also experience reduced liquidity, and sudden and substantial decreases in price, during certain market conditions.

• Small/Mid Cap Risk – Many companies in the investable universe are classified as small or mid cap companies. Small and mid-cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small and mid-cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

• Subsidiary Risk – The commodity-related instruments held by the Subsidiaries are subject to the same risks that apply to similar investments if held directly by the Portfolio (see “Commodities Related Investment Risk” above). The Subsidiaries are not registered under the Investment Company Act and are not subject to all of the requirements and protections of that Act. However, the Portfolio wholly owns and controls the Subsidiaries, and the Board of Trustees has responsibility for overseeing the investment activities of the Portfolio, including its investment in the Subsidiaries. Changes in the laws of the United States and/or the Cayman Islands could adversely affect the Subsidiaries and/or the Portfolio.

• Tax Risk – The Portfolio has the risk that the tax treatment of derivative instruments, such as commodity-linked derivative instruments, including commodity index-linked notes, swap agreements, commodity options, futures, and options on futures, may be affected by future regulatory or legislative changes that could affect the character, timing and/or amount of the Portfolio’s taxable income or gains and distributions.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Risk Nondiversified Status [Text]

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• Non-Diversification Risk – The Portfolio is classified as non-diversified for purposes of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “Investment Company Act”). This means that, with respect to 50% of its investment portfolio, there is no limit on the percentage of assets that can be invested in a single issuer. Accordingly, an investment in a non-diversified fund may entail greater risk than would otherwise be the case because the potential for a higher percentage of investments among fewer issuers may result in greater fluctuation in the total market value of the Portfolio.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

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The chart and table below show how The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Performance Information Illustrates Variability of Returns [Text]

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The chart and table below show how The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

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The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 5.03%.

Best quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	7.79%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(20.69)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.55%

Distribution (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

Other Expenses

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0.11%

Acquired Fund Fees and Expense

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0.01%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.92%

1 Year

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94

3 Years

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293

5 Years

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509

10 Years

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1,131

2011

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(15.88%)

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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5.03%

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Mar. 31, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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7.79%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(20.69%)

One Year

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(15.88%)

Since Inception

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7.64%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(16.26%)

Since Inception

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7.05%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Advisors Shares

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One Year

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(10.17%)

Since Inception

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6.27%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio | Dow-Jones UBS Commodity Total Return Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

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One Year

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(13.32%)

Since Inception

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8.97%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio | 50% Dow-Jones UBS Commodity Total Return Index & 50% MSCI ACWI Commodity Producers Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(15.13%)

Since Inception

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9.15%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio is to provide as high a level of current income exempt from Federal income tax, as is consistent with the preservation of capital.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 12.31% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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12.31%

Other Expenses, New Fund, Based on Estimates [Text]

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Based on estimated amounts for the current fiscal year.

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in a portfolio of municipal bonds (i.e., debt securities issued by municipalities and related entities, the interest on which is exempt from Federal income tax). It is the Portfolio’s policy that, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets will be invested in such securities (collectively, “Tax-Exempt Securities”). Tax-Exempt Securities may include general obligation bonds and notes, revenue bonds and notes (including industrial revenue bonds and municipal lease obligations), as well as participation interests relating to such securities. The Portfolio invests primarily in securities that are rated in one of the top four rating categories of a nationally recognized statistical rating organization or, if unrated, that are determined by the investment subadviser to be of comparable quality. The Portfolio intends to maintain a dollar-weighted effective average portfolio maturity of five to seven years. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – Municipal Securities held by the Portfolio may be called (prepaid) before their maturity dates. This usually occurs as interest rates are declining. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. In addition, the Portfolio may lose price appreciation if a bond it holds is called earlier than scheduled.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a Municipal Security that the Portfolio holds will not make principal or interest payments when they are due, or that the value of the Municipal Securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Credit risk is greater for lower quality fixed income securities.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of Municipal Securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on October 5, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Performance Information Illustrates Variability of Returns [Text]

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The chart and table below show how The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on October 5, 2010.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 2.82%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2011	3.26%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	0.66%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees

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0.18%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

Other Expenses

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0.08%

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Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.51%

1 Year

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52

3 Years

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164

5 Years

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285

10 Years

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640

2011

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9.52%

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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2.82%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Jun. 30, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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3.26%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Mar. 31, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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0.66%

One Year

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9.52%

Since Inception

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5.61%

Inception Date

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Oct. 05, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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9.51%

Since Inception

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5.60%

Inception Date

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Oct. 05, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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6.99%

Since Inception

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5.08%

Inception Date

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Oct. 05, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio | Barclays Capital 5-Year General Obligation Municipal Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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6.91%

Since Inception

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4.35%

Inception Date

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Oct. 05, 2010

[1] Based on estimated amounts for the current fiscal year.

[2] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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Risk/Return [Heading]

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The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio is to provide total return consisting of capital appreciation and current income.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 128.77% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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128.77%

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s Operating Expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio is designed to implement a value-oriented investment approach. A “value investor” seeks to select securities that trade for less than the intrinsic value of the issuing company, as measured by fundamental investment considerations such as earnings, book value and dividend paying ability. The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities. The Portfolio may also invest in equity securities of mid capitalization issuers. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Up to 20% of the total assets of the actively managed portion of the Portfolio may be invested in income-producing securities other than common stock, such as preferred stocks or bonds, including those that are convertible into common stock. These income-producing securities may be of any quality or maturity. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities issued by non-U.S. companies. Consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio’s Specialist Managers may use instruments including option or futures contracts and similar instruments in order to pursue their investment objectives, gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. In accordance with applicable interpretations of the SEC, such derivative instruments may be treated as equity securities for purposes of meeting its investment objective, if these instruments have economic characteristics similar to those of equity securities. Additionally, a portion of the Portfolio is managed using a “passive” or “index” investment approach designed to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of the Portfolio’s benchmark index and, from time to time, one or more identifiable subsets or other portions of that index.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one investment Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Credit Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that the issuing company may fail to make principal and interest payments when due.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments, including option and futures contracts, may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Interest Rate Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that, if interest rates rise, the value of income-producing securities may experience a corresponding decline.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have more limited financial resources, markets and depth of management than larger companies. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Value Investing Risk – An investment in the Portfolio cannot assure moderation of investment risk. There is no guarantee that a value stock is, in fact, undervalued, or that the market will ever recognize its true value.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

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The chart and table below show how The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on July 18, 2008. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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The chart and table below show how The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on July 18, 2008.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 13.38%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2009	18.31%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(16.86)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.22%

Other Expenses

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0.07%

Acquired Fund Fees and Expense

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0.03%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.32%

Fee Waivers

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(0.01%)

Total Net Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.31%

1 Year

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32

3 Years

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102

5 Years

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179

10 Years

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405

2009

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23.03%

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2010

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14.09%

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2011

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(1.25%)

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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13.38%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2009

Highest Quarterly Return

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18.31%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(16.86%)

One Year

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(1.25%)

Since Inception

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(0.34%)

Inception Date

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Jul. 18, 2008

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(1.72%)

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

(0.71%)

Inception Date

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Jul. 18, 2008

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(0.20%)

Since Inception

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(0.34%)

Inception Date

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Jul. 18, 2008

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio | Russell 1000 Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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0.39%

Since Inception

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0.79%

Inception Date

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Jul. 18, 2008

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio is to provide a high level of current income exempt from Federal income tax, consistent with the preservation of capital.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio
Management Fees	0.21%
Other Expenses	0.06%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.27%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes the reinvestment of all dividends and distributions in shares of the Portfolio, that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio
1 Year	28
3 Years	87
5 Years	152
10 Years	343

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 16.99% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of assets) in a diversified portfolio of intermediate-term fixed income securities, the interest on which is exempt from regular Federal income tax. These securities, which include both securities issued by municipalities and so-called “private activity bonds,” are referred to as “Municipal Securities.” Municipal Securities acquired for the Portfolio will generally be rated in one of the three highest rating categories assigned by one of the major independent rating agencies, or are, in the view of the Specialist Manager, deemed to be of comparable quality. The Portfolio is, however, authorized to invest up to 15% of its assets in Municipal Securities that are rated in the fourth highest category. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Also, the Portfolio is authorized to invest up to 20% of its net assets in taxable instruments. It is a fundamental policy of the Portfolio that, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets will be invested in Municipal Securities. Municipal Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but under normal circumstances the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between five and ten years. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – Municipal securities held by the Portfolio may be called (prepaid) before their maturity dates. This usually occurs as interest rates are declining. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. In addition, the Portfolio may lose price appreciation if a bond it holds is called earlier than scheduled.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a Municipal Security that the Portfolio holds will not make principal or interest payments when they are due, or that the value of the Municipal Securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Credit risk is greater for lower quality fixed income securities.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of Municipal Securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each of the last ten full calendar years. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 4.58%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2009	6.12%
Worst quarter:	4th Qtr. 2010	(3.36)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Five Years	Ten Years
The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio	10.30%	4.14%	4.32%
The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	10.28%	4.03%	4.23%
The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	7.96%	3.99%	4.21%
The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio Barclays Capital 3-15 Year Blend Municipal Bond Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	9.63%	5.74%	5.35%

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio is to provide long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee table below describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 81.04% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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81.04%

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of “small cap” issuers. The Portfolio is designed to invest primarily in equity securities of U.S. issuers which have market capitalizations that are comparable to the capitalization of companies in the Russell 2000^(R) Index at the time of purchase. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities of “mid cap” issuers. Consistent with this objective the Portfolio will invest in both dividend paying securities and securities that do not pay dividends. Also, consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio’s Specialist Managers may use instruments such as option or futures contracts in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. As of August 31, 2012, the market capitalization range of companies in the Russell 2000^® Index was between approximately $500 million and $5 billion. Companies with a market capitalization between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have greater financial resources, markets and depth of management than companies in the small cap universe and may be less likely to experience the rapid growth that small cap investors seek.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Small Cap Risk – Small cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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The chart and table below show how The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

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The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 14.02%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	12.55%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(20.63)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.63%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

Other Expenses

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0.09%

Acquired Fund Fees and Expense

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0.01%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.98%

1 Year

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100

3 Years

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312

5 Years

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542

10 Years

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1,201

2011

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(6.08%)

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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14.02%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Dec. 31, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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12.55%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(20.63%)

One Year

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(6.08%)

Since Inception

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15.65%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(6.13%)

Since Inception

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15.57%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(3.89%)

Since Inception

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13.37%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio | Russell 2000 Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(4.18%)

Since Inception

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18.10%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional International Equity Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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Risk/Return [Heading]

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The Institutional International Equity Portfolio

Objective [Heading]

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The Institutional International Equity Portfolio is to maximize total return.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 68.64% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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68.64%

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of issuers located in non-U.S. countries. Although the Portfolio may invest anywhere in the world, the Portfolio is expected to invest primarily in the equity markets included in the MSCI EAFE Index. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk –The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Institutional International Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on November 20, 2009. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Performance Information Illustrates Variability of Returns [Text]

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The chart and table below show how The Institutional International Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on November 20, 2009.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 15.59%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2010	16.22%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(20.97)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional International Equity Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.37%

Other Expenses

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0.10%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.47%

1 Year

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48

3 Years

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151

5 Years

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263

10 Years

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591

2010

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10.30%

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2011

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(10.68%)

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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15.59%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2010

Highest Quarterly Return

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16.22%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(20.97%)

One Year

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(10.68%)

Since Inception

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(0.12%)

Inception Date

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Nov. 20, 2009

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional International Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(11.22%)

Since Inception

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(0.49%)

Inception Date

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Nov. 20, 2009

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional International Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

(5.73%)

Since Inception

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0.10%

Inception Date

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Nov. 20, 2009

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional International Equity Portfolio | MSCI EAFE Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(11.73%)

Since Inception

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(1.37%)

Inception Date

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Nov. 20, 2009

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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Risk/Return [Heading]

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The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio is to provide capital appreciation,

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with income as a secondary consideration.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 83.80% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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83.80%

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio is designed to implement a growth-oriented investment approach. “Growth investing” means that securities acquired for the Portfolio can be expected to have above-average potential for growth in revenue and earnings. The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio may invest up to 20% of the total assets of the actively managed portion of the Portfolio in income-producing securities other than common stock, such as preferred stocks or bonds, including those that are convertible into common stock. These income-producing securities may be of any quality or maturity. The Portfolio may also invest in equity securities of mid capitalization issuers. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities issued by non-U.S. companies. Although some of the equity securities in which the Portfolio will invest are expected to be dividend paying issues, income is a secondary consideration in the stock selection process. Accordingly, dividends paid by this Portfolio can generally be expected to be lower than those paid by The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio. Consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio’s Specialist Managers may use instruments including option or futures contracts and similar instruments in order to pursue their investment objectives, gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. In accordance with applicable interpretations of the SEC, such derivative instruments may be treated as equity securities for purposes of meeting its investment objective, if these instruments have economic characteristics similar to those of equity securities.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Credit Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that the issuing company may fail to make principal and interest payments when due.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Growth Investing Risk – An investment in growth stocks may be susceptible to rapid price swings, especially during periods of economic uncertainty. Growth stocks typically have little or no dividend income to cushion the effect of adverse market conditions. In addition, growth stocks may be particularly volatile in the event of earnings disappointments or other financial difficulties experienced by the issuer.

• Interest Rate Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that, if interest rates rise, the value of income-producing securities may experience a corresponding decline.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have more limited financial resources, markets and depth of management than larger companies. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

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The chart and table below show how The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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The chart and table below show how The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

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The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 19.09%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	10.33 %
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(12.50 )%

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.21%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

Other Expenses

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0.07%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.53%

1 Year

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54

3 Years

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170

5 Years

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296

10 Years

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665

2011

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3.29%

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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19.09%

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Dec. 31, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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10.33%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(12.50%)

One Year

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3.29%

Since Inception

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18.99%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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3.07%

Since Inception

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18.77%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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2.43%

Since Inception

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16.23%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio | Russell 1000 Growth Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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2.64%

Since Inception

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19.31%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio is to provide a moderate and sustainable level of current income, consistent with the preservation of capital by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of investment grade fixed income securities issued by U.S. corporations.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
Management Fees	0.27%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.08%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.60%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
1 Year	61
3 Years	192
5 Years	335
10 Years	750

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 56.04% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e. at least 80% of net assets) in a portfolio of investment grade fixed income securities issued by U.S. corporations. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. In general the portfolio will maintain aggregate characteristics similar to the Barclay’s Capital U.S. Corporate Index. Securities held by the Portfolio will be rated investment-grade or better by one of the established rating agencies or, if not rated by an agency, of comparable credit quality as determined by the Specialist Manager at the time of purchase. Securities held by the Portfolio which are downgraded below investment-grade by all ratings agencies may be retained up to a maximum market value of 5% of the Portfolio. Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but under normal circumstances the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between nine and twelve years. The Portfolio may also invest up to 20% of its assets in municipal bonds (i.e., debt securities issued by municipalities and related entities).

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are especially sensitive to prepayment.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time, thus potentially reducing the Portfolio’s return. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. The lower the rating of a debt security, the higher its credit risk. In addition, the securities of many U.S. Government agencies, authorities or instrumentalities in which the Portfolio may invest are neither issued nor guaranteed by the U.S. Government, and may be supported only by the ability of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury or by the credit of the issuer.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of securities held in the Portfolio, including U.S. Government securities, will decline with changes in interest rates. Treasury inflation protected securities (“TIPS”) can also exhibit price movements as a result of changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles. U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares inception on December 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future. A full calendar year of performance is not yet available for the HC Advisors Shares class. The performance shown below is that of HC Strategic Shares and has not been adjusted to reflect HC Advisors Shares expenses, which are higher. If it had been, performance would have been lower.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 7.51%.

Best quarter:	3th Qtr. 2011	4.37%
Worst quarter:	1rd Qtr. 2011	0.22%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
HC Strategic Shares	9.10%	7.58%	Dec. 06, 2010
HC Strategic Shares - After Taxes on Distributions	7.49%	6.02%	Dec. 06, 2010
HC Strategic Shares - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	5.88%	5.53%	Dec. 06, 2010
Barclays Capital U.S. Corporate Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	8.15%	7.13%	Dec. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Strategic Shares | The Emerging Markets Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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The Emerging Markets Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The Emerging Markets Portfolio is to provide maximum total return, primarily through capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]

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Shareholder Fees
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Annual Operating Expenses
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Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 52.27% of the average value of its portfolio.

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Example:

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of securities issued by companies domiciled or, in the view of the Specialist Manager, deemed to be doing material amounts of business in countries determined by the Specialist Manager to have a developing or emerging economy or securities market. Typically 80% of the Portfolio’s assets will be invested in equity securities, equity swaps, structured equity notes, equity linked notes and depositary receipts concentrated in emerging market countries. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio invests primarily in the Morgan Stanley Capital International^®Emerging Market Index (“MSCI EM Index”) countries. As the MSCI EM Index introduces new emerging market countries, the Portfolio may include those countries among the countries in which it may invest. In determining securities in which to invest, the Portfolio’s management team will evaluate the countries’ economic and political climates with prospects for sustained macro and micro economic growth. The Portfolio’s management team will take into account traditional securities valuation methods, including (but not limited to) an analysis of price in relation to assets, earnings, cash flows, projected earnings growth, inflation and interest rates. Liquidity and transaction costs will also be considered. The Portfolio may also invest in companies of any market capitalization.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Small Cap Risk – Small cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Emerging Markets Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on December 10, 2009. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Performance Information Illustrates Variability of Returns [Text]

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The chart and table below show how The Emerging Markets Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on December 10, 2009.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 9.33%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2010	18.88%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(24.13)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Strategic Shares | The Emerging Markets Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

rr_ManagementFeesOverAssets

0.72%

Other Expenses

rr_OtherExpensesOverAssets

0.19%

Acquired Fund Fees and Expense

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0.03%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.94%

1 Year

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96

3 Years

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300

5 Years

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520

10 Years

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1,155

2010

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18.36%

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2011

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(19.98%)

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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9.33%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2010

Highest Quarterly Return

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18.88%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(24.13%)

One Year

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(19.98%)

Since Inception

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(1.75%)

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Dec. 10, 2009

HC Strategic Shares | The Emerging Markets Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

(20.34%)

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

(2.14%)

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Dec. 10, 2009

HC Strategic Shares | The Emerging Markets Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

(12.38%)

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

(1.49%)

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Dec. 10, 2009

HC Strategic Shares | The Emerging Markets Portfolio | MSCI Emerging Markets Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

(18.17%)

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

0.03%

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Dec. 10, 2009

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The Emerging Markets Portfolio

The Emerging Markets Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Emerging Markets Portfolio is to provide maximum total return, primarily through capital appreciation.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The Emerging Markets Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The Emerging Markets Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.72%
Other Expenses	0.19%
Acquired Fund Fees and Expense	0.03%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.94%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The Emerging Markets Portfolio
1 Year	96
3 Years	300
5 Years	520
10 Years	1,155

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 52.27% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of securities issued by companies domiciled or, in the view of the Specialist Manager, deemed to be doing material amounts of business in countries determined by the Specialist Manager to have a developing or emerging economy or securities market. Typically 80% of the Portfolio’s assets will be invested in equity securities, equity swaps, structured equity notes, equity linked notes and depositary receipts concentrated in emerging market countries. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio invests primarily in the Morgan Stanley Capital International^®Emerging Market Index (“MSCI EM Index”) countries. As the MSCI EM Index introduces new emerging market countries, the Portfolio may include those countries among the countries in which it may invest. In determining securities in which to invest, the Portfolio’s management team will evaluate the countries’ economic and political climates with prospects for sustained macro and micro economic growth. The Portfolio’s management team will take into account traditional securities valuation methods, including (but not limited to) an analysis of price in relation to assets, earnings, cash flows, projected earnings growth, inflation and interest rates. Liquidity and transaction costs will also be considered. The Portfolio may also invest in companies of any market capitalization.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Small Cap Risk – Small cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Emerging Markets Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on December 10, 2009. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 9.33%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2010	18.88%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(24.13)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Emerging Markets Portfolio	(19.98%)	(1.75%)	Dec. 10, 2009
The Emerging Markets Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(20.34%)	(2.14%)	Dec. 10, 2009
The Emerging Markets Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	(12.38%)	(1.49%)	Dec. 10, 2009
The Emerging Markets Portfolio MSCI Emerging Markets Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	(18.17%)	0.03%	Dec. 10, 2009

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio is to provide a moderate and sustainable level of current income, consistent with the preservation of capital by investing in a diversified portfolio of primarily U.S. Treasury and government related fixed income securities.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment, expressed as a percentage of offering price)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
Management Fees	0.17%
Other Expenses	0.08%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.25%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
1 Year	26
3 Years	80
5 Years	141
10 Years	318

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 89.01% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its net assets) in a portfolio of U.S. fixed income securities issued or fully guaranteed by the U.S. Government, Federal Agencies, or sponsored agencies. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. In general the portfolio will maintain aggregate characteristics similar to the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index. Securities held by the Portfolio will be rated investment grade or better by at least two rating agencies at the time of purchase if not rated by an agency, of comparable credit quality as determined by the Specialist Manager at the time of purchase. Overall credit quality of the Portfolio will be maintained at a level substantially equal to that of the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index. The Portfolio will attempt to be fully invested at all times in U.S. Government fixed income securities, but may hold cash positions at times to adjust the duration of the Portfolio to more closely approximate that of the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index, to replicate the interest rate sensitivity of the securities in the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index, or to approximate the exposure to cash in the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index from coupon payments, principal payments or called securities. The Portfolio intends to maintain an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity similar to that of the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. This risk should be low for the Portfolio as it invests mainly in securities that are not callable.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of fixed income securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on December 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 1.92%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	5.82%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	(0.12)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio	8.71%	6.99%	Dec. 06, 2010
The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	7.49%	5.85%	Dec. 06, 2010
The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	5.64%	5.28%	Dec. 06, 2010
The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	9.02%	7.21%	Dec. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The Real Estate Securities Portfolio

The Real Estate Securities Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Real Estate Securities Portfolio is to provide total return consisting of both capital appreciation and current income.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The Real Estate Securities Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The Real Estate Securities Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.76%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.09%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	1.10%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The Real Estate Securities Portfolio
1 Year	112
3 Years	350
5 Years	606
10 Years	1,340

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 70.31% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e. at least 80% of its assets) in a portfolio of equity and debt securities issued by U.S. and non-U.S. real estate-related companies, including companies known as real estate investment trusts (REITs) and other real estate operating companies whose value is derived from ownership, development and management of underlying real estate properties. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio’s permissible investments include equity and equity-related securities of real estate-related companies, including common stock, preferred stock, convertible securities, warrants, options, depositary receipts and other similar equity equivalents. The Portfolio also may invest in equity and equity-related and fixed income securities, including debt securities, mortgage-backed securities and high yield debt. The Portfolio may also invest in companies which are located in emerging markets countries, as well as companies of any market capitalization.

Consistent with its investment style, the Portfolio’s Specialist Manager may use instruments such as option or futures contracts in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of fixed income securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are especially sensitive to prepayment.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. Credit risk is greater for lower quality or “junk bonds.” In addition, the securities of many U.S. Government agencies, authorities or instrumentalities in which the Portfolio may invest are neither issued nor guaranteed by the U.S. Government, and may be supported only by the ability of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury or by the credit of the issuer.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Extension Risk – Fixed income securities held by the Portfolio are subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of fixed income securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Non-Diversification Risk – The Portfolio is classified as non-diversified for purposes of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “Investment Company Act”). This means that, with respect to 50% of its investment portfolio, there is no limit on the percentage of assets that can be invested in a single issuer. Accordingly, an investment in a non-diversified fund may entail greater risk than would otherwise be the case because the potential for a higher percentage of investments among fewer issuers may result in greater fluctuation in the total market value of the Portfolio.

• Real Estate Markets and REIT Risk – Investments in the Portfolio will be closely linked to the performance of the real estate markets. Property values may fall due to increasing vacancies or declining rents resulting from unanticipated economic, legal, cultural or technological developments. REIT prices may also fall because of the failure of borrowers to pay their loans and/or poor management. The value of real estate (and real estate securities) may also be affected by increases in property taxes and changes in tax laws and interest rates. The value of securities of companies that service the real estate industry may also be affected by such risks.

• Sector/Concentration Risk – Because the Portfolio concentrates its investments in real estate securities, it may be subject to greater risks of loss as a result of economic, business or other developments than a fund representing a broader range of industries. The Portfolio may be subject to risks associated with direct ownership of real estate, such as changes in economic conditions, interest rates, availability of mortgage funds, property values, increases in property taxes and operating expenses, increased competition, environmental problems, changes in zoning laws and natural disasters.

• Small/Mid Cap Risk – Many companies in the investable universe are classified as small or mid cap companies. Small and mid-cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small and mid-cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies. Companies with a market capitalization between $500 million and $5 billion would likely be included in the “small cap” range and companies with a market capitalization between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Real Estate Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 14.34%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	15.07%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(14.48)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Real Estate Securities Portfolio	8.79%	25.21%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Real Estate Securities Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(0.25%)	17.05%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Real Estate Securities Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	12.87%	19.44%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Real Estate Securities Portfolio Dow-Jones US Select Real Estate Securities Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	8.87%	24.71%	Jul. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio

The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio is to provide long-term capital appreciation.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.49%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.10%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.84%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio
1 Year	86
3 Years	268
5 Years	466
10 Years	1,037

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 57.28% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of “small cap” issuers. The Portfolio is designed to invest primarily in equity securities of U.S. issuers which have market capitalizations that are comparable to the capitalization of companies in the Russell 2000^(R) Index at the time of purchase. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities of “mid cap” issuers. Consistent with its objective the Portfolio will invest in both dividend paying securities and securities that do not pay dividends. Also, consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio's Specialist Managers may use instruments such as option or futures contracts in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. As of August 31, 2012, the market capitalization range of companies in the Russell 2000^® Index was between approximately $500 million and $5 billion. Companies with a market capitalization between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio's benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have greater financial resources, markets and depth of management than companies in the small cap universe and may be less likely to experience the rapid growth that small cap investors seek.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio's investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio's return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio's return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Small Cap Risk – Small cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 13.59%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	13.84 %
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(21.02 )%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio	(5.57%)	16.24%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(5.63%)	16.16%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	(3.54%)	13.88%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio Russell 2000 Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	(4.18%)	18.10%	Jul. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The Value Equity Portfolio

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The Value Equity Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The Value Equity Portfolio is to provide total return consisting of capital appreciation and current income.

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Fees and Expenses

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

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Shareholder Fees
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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 108.58% of the average value of its portfolio.

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Example:

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s Operating Expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

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The Portfolio is designed to implement a value-oriented investment approach. A “value investor” seeks to select securities that trade for less than the intrinsic value of the issuing company, as measured by fundamental investment considerations such as earnings, book value and dividend paying ability. The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio may invest up to 20% of the total assets of the actively managed portion of the Portfolio in income-producing securities other than common stock, such as preferred stocks or bonds, including those that are convertible into common stock. These income-producing securities may be of any quality or maturity. The Portfolio may also invest in equity securities of mid capitalization issuers. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities issued by non-U.S. companies. The Portfolio may also invest in other instruments including option or futures contracts, and similar instruments in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. Additionally, a portion of the Portfolio is managed using a “passive” or “index” investment approach designed to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of the Portfolio’s benchmark index and, from time to time, one or more identifiable subsets or other portions of that index.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one investment subadviser (“Specialist Manager”). The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Credit Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that the issuing company may fail to make principal and interest payments when due.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments, including option and futures contracts, may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Interest Rate Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that, if interest rates rise, the value of income-producing securities may experience a corresponding decline.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have more limited financial resources, markets and depth of management than larger companies. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Value Investing Risk – An investment in the Portfolio cannot assure moderation of investment risk. There is no guarantee that a value stock is, in fact, undervalued, or that the market will ever recognize its true value.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

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The chart and table below show how The Value Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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The chart and table below show how The Value Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

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The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 13.12%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	12.52%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(17.06)%

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The Value Equity Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

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Maximum Sales Charges

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Maximum Redemption Fee

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Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.22%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

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0.08%

Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses

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0.03%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.58%

Fee Waivers

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(0.01%)

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0.57%

1 Year

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58

3 Years

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185

5 Years

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323

10 Years

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725

2011

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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13.12%

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Best quarter:

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Dec. 31, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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12.52%

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(17.06%)

One Year

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(1.61%)

Since Inception

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12.75%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Value Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Advisors Shares

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(1.82%)

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12.48%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Value Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Advisors Shares

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(0.77%)

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10.88%

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Value Equity Portfolio | Russell 1000 Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

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One Year

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0.39%

Since Inception

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14.86%

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Jul. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Strategic Shares | The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio

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The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio

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The investment objective of The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio is to provide capital appreciation.

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Fees and Expenses

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The fee table and accompanying example below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 83.66% of the average value of its portfolio.

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Example:

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

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Principal Investment Strategies

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The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in a portfolio of commodity-related investments including securities issued by companies in commodity-related industries, commodity-linked structured notes (derivative debt instruments with principal and/or coupon payments linked to the performance of commodity indices) and other similar derivative instruments, investment vehicles that invest in commodities and commodity-related instruments. Securities of companies in commodities-related industries may include common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred securities, rights to subscribe for or purchase any such securities, warrants, convertible securities and other equity and commodity-linked securities issued by such companies. For this purpose, commodities are assets that have tangible properties such as oil, metal and agricultural products. Commodity-related industries include, but are not limited to: (i) those directly engaged in the production of commodities, such as minerals, metals, agricultural commodities, chemicals, pulp and paper, building materials, oil and gas, other energy or natural resources, and (ii) companies that provide services to commodity producers. The Portfolio considers a company to be in a commodity-related industry if, as determined by the relevant Specialist Manager, at least 50% of the company’s assets, revenues or net income are derived from, or related to, such activities. The Portfolio may invest without limitation in foreign securities, including securities issued by companies in emerging markets. The Portfolio also intends to gain exposure to commodity markets by investing a portion of its assets in two wholly-owned subsidiaries organized under the laws of the Cayman Islands (the “Subsidiaries”). The Subsidiaries may invest without limitation in commodity-linked derivative instruments, such as swaps, futures and options. The Portfolio may invest in commodity swap, variance swap and total return swap agreements and the Portfolio maintains liquid assets sufficient to cover the full notional value of any such swap positions. The Subsidiaries may also invest in debt securities, some of which are intended to serve as margin or collateral for the Subsidiaries’ derivatives positions, and other investment vehicles that invest in commodities and commodity-related instruments. The Subsidiaries are managed by the same Specialist Managers that advise the Portfolio.

The Portfolio may invest in equity and fixed income securities and may invest in companies of any market capitalization.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that the Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

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The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in a portfolio of commodity-related investments including securities issued by companies in commodity-related industries, commodity-linked structured notes (derivative debt instruments with principal and/or coupon payments linked to the performance of commodity indices) and other similar derivative instruments, investment vehicles that invest in commodities and commodity-related instruments.

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Principal Investment Risks

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Commodity-Related Securities Risk – The securities of companies in commodity-related industries may underperform the stock market as a whole. The stock prices of such companies may also experience greater price volatility than other types of common stocks. Securities issued by companies in commodity-related industries are sensitive to changes in the supply and demand for, and thus the prices of, commodities. Additionally, the values of securities issued by commodity-related companies may be affected by factors affecting a particular industry or commodity.

• Commodity-Related Investment Risk – Exposure to the commodities markets may subject the Portfolio to greater volatility than investments in traditional securities. The value of commodity-linked derivative instruments may be affected by changes in overall market movements, commodity index volatility, interest rate changes or events affecting a particular commodity or industry, such as political instability or conflict, international economic and regulatory developments, embargoes and tariffs, and drought, floods and other weather-related events.

• Counterparty Risk – The Portfolio will be subject to credit risk with respect to derivative contracts entered into by the Portfolio or held by special purpose or structured vehicles in which the Portfolio invests. If a counterparty becomes bankrupt or otherwise fails to perform its obligations due to financial difficulties, the Portfolio may experience significant delays in obtaining any recovery in a bankruptcy or other reorganization proceeding. The Portfolio may obtain only a limited recovery or may obtain no recovery in such circumstances.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds or the other party to an over the counter transaction will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. Credit risk is greater for lower quality or “junk bonds” and foreign bonds.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio. Additionally, investments in commodity-linked derivatives may be subject to special risks that do not apply to all derivatives transactions. The value of a commodity-linked derivative investment is generally based on the price movements of a physical commodity. Accordingly, these investments are subject to markets risks that relate to the movement of prices in the commodities markets, which may be speculative. Also, a liquid secondary market may not exist for the types of commodity-linked derivative instruments that Portfolio buys, which may make it difficult for the Portfolio to sell them at an acceptable price.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Industry Concentration Risk – The Portfolio is expected to be concentrated in commodity-related industries. The focus of the Portfolio on a specific group of related industries my present more risks than if the Portfolio were more broadly diversified over numerous unrelated industries. A downturn in commodity-related industries would have a larger impact on the Portfolio than on an investment company that does not concentrate in such industries. At times, the performance of the Portfolio’s investments in commodity-related industries may lag the performance of other industries or the broader market as a whole.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of fixed income securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities.

• Leveraging Risk – The Portfolio has the risk that certain transactions of the Portfolio, such as reverse repurchase agreements, loans of portfolio securities, and the use of when-issued, delayed delivery or forward commitment transactions, or derivative instruments, may give rise to leverage, causing the Portfolio to be more volatile than if it had not been leveraged.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – Investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions, or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Non-Diversification Risk – The Portfolio is classified as non-diversified for purposes of the Investment Company Act of 1940,as amended (the “Investment Company Act”). This means that, with respect to 50% of its investment portfolio, there is no limit on the percentage of assets that can be invested in a single issuer. Accordingly, an investment in a non-diversified fund may entail greater risk than would otherwise be the case because the potential for a higher percentage of investments among fewer issuers may result in greater fluctuation in the total market value of the Portfolio.

• Non-Investment Grade Securities Risk – Non-investment grade securities are considered speculative under traditional investment standards. Prices of these securities will rise and fall primarily in response to changes in the issuer’s financial health, although changes in market interest rates also will affect prices. Such securities may also experience reduced liquidity, and sudden and substantial decreases in price, during certain market conditions.

• Small/Mid Cap Risk – Many companies in the investable universe are classified as small or mid cap companies. Small and mid-cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small and mid-cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

• Subsidiary Risk – The commodity-related instruments held by the Subsidiaries are subject to the same risks that apply to similar investments if held directly by the Portfolio (see “Commodities Related Investment Risk” above). The Subsidiaries are not registered under the Investment Company Act and are not subject to all of the requirements and protections of that Act. However, the Portfolio wholly owns and controls the Subsidiaries, and the Board of Trustees has responsibility for overseeing the investment activities of the Portfolio, including its investment in the Subsidiaries. Changes in the laws of the United States and/or the Cayman Islands could adversely affect the Subsidiaries and/or the Portfolio.

• Tax Risk – The Portfolio has the risk that the tax treatment of derivative instruments, such as commodity-linked derivative instruments, including commodity index-linked notes, swap agreements, commodity options, futures, and options on futures, may be affected by future regulatory or legislative changes that could affect the character, timing and/or amount of the Portfolio’s taxable income or gains and distributions.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Risk Nondiversified Status [Text]

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• Non-Diversification Risk – The Portfolio is classified as non-diversified for purposes of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “Investment Company Act”). This means that, with respect to 50% of its investment portfolio, there is no limit on the percentage of assets that can be invested in a single issuer. Accordingly, an investment in a non-diversified fund may entail greater risk than would otherwise be the case because the potential for a higher percentage of investments among fewer issuers may result in greater fluctuation in the total market value of the Portfolio.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on June 8, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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The chart and table below show how The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on June 8, 2010.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 4.93%.

Best quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	7.87 %
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(20.69 )%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Strategic Shares | The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.55%

Other Expenses

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0.11%

Acquired Fund Fees and Expense

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0.01%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.67%

1 Year

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68

3 Years

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214

5 Years

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373

10 Years

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835

2011

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(15.80%)

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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4.93%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Mar. 31, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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7.87%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(20.69%)

One Year

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(15.80%)

Since Inception

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5.32%

Inception Date

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Jun. 08, 2010

HC Strategic Shares | The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

(16.18%)

Since Inception

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4.77%

Inception Date

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Jun. 08, 2010

HC Strategic Shares | The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

(10.12%)

Since Inception

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4.31%

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Jun. 08, 2010

HC Strategic Shares | The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio | Dow-Jones UBS Commodity Total Return Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(13.32%)

Since Inception

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9.17%

Inception Date

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Jun. 08, 2010

HC Strategic Shares | The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio | 50% Dow-Jones UBS Commodity Total Return Index & 50% MSCI ACWI Commodity Producers Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

(15.13%)

Since Inception

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9.00%

Inception Date

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Jun. 08, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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Risk/Return:

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Registrant Name

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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Risk/Return [Heading]

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The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio

Objective [Heading]

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Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]

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The investment objective of The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio is to provide capital appreciation,

Objective, Secondary [Text Block]

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with income as a secondary consideration.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 83.80% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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83.80%

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio is designed to implement a growth-oriented investment approach. “Growth investing” means that securities acquired for the Portfolio can be expected to have above-average potential for growth in revenue and earnings. The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio may invest up to 20% of the total assets of the actively managed portion of the Portfolio in income-producing securities other than common stock, such as preferred stocks or bonds, including those that are convertible into common stock. These income-producing securities may be of any quality or maturity. The Portfolio may also invest in equity securities of mid capitalization issuers. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities issued by non-U.S. companies. Although some of the equity securities in which the Portfolio will invest are expected to be dividend paying issues, income is a secondary consideration in the stock selection process. Accordingly, dividends paid by this Portfolio can generally be expected to be lower than those paid by The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio. Consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio’s Specialist Managers may use instruments including option or futures contracts and similar instruments in order to pursue their investment objectives, gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. In accordance with applicable interpretations of the SEC, such derivative instruments may be treated as equity securities for purposes of meeting its investment objective, if these instruments have economic characteristics similar to those of equity securities.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Credit Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that the issuing company may fail to make principal and interest payments when due.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Growth Investing Risk – An investment in growth stocks may be susceptible to rapid price swings, especially during periods of economic uncertainty. Growth stocks typically have little or no dividend income to cushion the effect of adverse market conditions. In addition, growth stocks may be particularly volatile in the event of earnings disappointments or other financial difficulties experienced by the issuer.

• Interest Rate Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that, if interest rates rise, the value of income-producing securities may experience a corresponding decline.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have more limited financial resources, markets and depth of management than larger companies. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on August 8, 2008. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Performance Information Illustrates Variability of Returns [Text]

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The chart and table below show how The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on August 8, 2008.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 19.00%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2009	15.01%
Worst quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2010	(12.58)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

rr_ManagementFeesOverAssets

0.21%

Other Expenses

rr_OtherExpensesOverAssets

0.07%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

rr_ExpensesOverAssets

0.28%

1 Year

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29

3 Years

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90

5 Years

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157

10 Years

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356

2009

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41.51%

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2010

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13.27%

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2011

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3.37%

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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19.00%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Jun. 30, 2009

Highest Quarterly Return

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15.01%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Jun. 30, 2010

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(12.58%)

One Year

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3.37%

Since Inception

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3.89%

Inception Date

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Aug. 08, 2008

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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3.15%

Since Inception

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3.72%

Inception Date

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Aug. 08, 2008

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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2.48%

Since Inception

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3.30%

Inception Date

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Aug. 08, 2008

HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio | Russell 1000 Growth Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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2.64%

Since Inception

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3.21%

Inception Date

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Aug. 08, 2008

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio is to provide a high level of current income exempt from Federal income tax, consistent with the preservation of capital.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio
Management Fees	0.18%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.09%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.52%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio
1 Year	53
3 Years	167
5 Years	291
10 Years	653

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 22.24% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio’s principal investment strategy is to invest at least 80% of its assets in municipal bonds (i.e., debt securities issued by municipalities and related entities, the interest on which is exempt from Federal income tax) (“Tax-Exempt Securities”) so that it will qualify to pay “exempt-interest dividends.” The Portfolio intends to maintain a dollar-weighted effective average portfolio maturity of no longer than three years. The Portfolio invests primarily in securities that are rated in one of the top four rating categories of a nationally recognized statistical rating organization or, if unrated, that are determined by the Specialist Manager to be of comparable quality. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. The Portfolio does not currently intend to invest in obligations, the interest on which is a preference item for purposes of the Federal alternative minimum tax.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – Municipal securities held by the Portfolio may be called (prepaid) before their maturity dates. This usually occurs as interest rates are declining. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. In addition, the Portfolio may lose price appreciation if a bond it holds is called earlier than scheduled.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a municipal security that the Portfolio holds will not make principal or interest payments when they are due, or that the value of the municipal securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Credit risk is greater for lower quality fixed income securities.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of municipal securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Tax Risk – Changes in Federal tax laws or regulations could change the tax-exempt status of income from any or all of the Portfolio’s municipal securities. In addition, short-term capital gains and a portion of any gain attributable to bonds purchased at market discount will be treated as ordinary income for Federal tax purposes.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares inception on March 1, 2006. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future. A full calendar year of performance is not yet available for the HC Advisors Shares class. The performance shown below is that of HC Strategic Shares and has not been adjusted to reflect HC Advisors Shares expenses, which are higher. If it had been, performance would have been lower.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 1.50%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2008	2.56%
Worst quarter:	4th Qtr. 2010	(0.83)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio	One Year	Five Years	Since Inception	Inception Date
HC Strategic Shares	3.01%	3.49%	3.41%	Mar. 01, 2006
HC Strategic Shares - After Taxes on Distributions	2.98%	3.46%	3.39%	Mar. 01, 2006
HC Strategic Shares - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	2.74%	3.39%	3.33%	Mar. 01, 2006
BofA Merrill Lynch 1-3 Year Municipal Bond Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	2.36%	3.54%	3.53%	Mar. 01, 2006

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The Emerging Markets Portfolio

The Emerging Markets Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Emerging Markets Portfolio is to provide maximum total return, primarily through capital appreciation.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The Emerging Markets Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The Emerging Markets Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.72%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.19%
Acquired Fund Fees and Expense	0.03%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	1.19%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The Emerging Markets Portfolio
1 Year	121
3 Years	378
5 Years	654
10 Years	1,443

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 52.27% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of securities issued by companies domiciled or, in the view of the Specialist Manager, deemed to be doing material amounts of business in countries determined by the Specialist Manager to have a developing or emerging economy or securities market. Typically 80% of the Portfolio’s assets will be invested in equity securities, equity swaps, structured equity notes, equity linked notes and depositary receipts concentrated in emerging market countries. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio invests primarily in the Morgan Stanley Capital International^® Emerging Market Index (“MSCI EM Index”) countries. As the MSCI EM Index introduces new emerging market countries, the Portfolio may include those countries among the countries in which it may invest. In determining securities in which to invest, the Portfolio’s management team will evaluate the countries’ economic and political climates with prospects for sustained macro and micro economic growth. The Portfolio’s management team will take into account traditional securities valuation methods, including (but not limited to) an analysis of price in relation to assets, earnings, cash flows, projected earnings growth, inflation and interest rates. Liquidity and transaction costs will also be considered. The Portfolio may also invest in companies of any market capitalization.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Small Cap Risk – Small cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Emerging Markets Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 9.33%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	5.11%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(24.17)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Emerging Markets Portfolio	(19.98%)	(0.02%)	Jul. 06, 2010
The Emerging Markets Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(20.34%)	(0.57%)	Jul. 06, 2010
The Emerging Markets Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	(12.38%)	(0.03%)	Jul. 06, 2010
The Emerging Markets Portfolio MSCI Emerging Markets Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	(18.17%)	1.55%	Jul. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The Value Equity Portfolio

The Value Equity Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Value Equity Portfolio is to provide total return consisting of capital appreciation and current income.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The Value Equity Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The Value Equity Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.22%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.08%
Acquired Fund Fees and Expense	0.03%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.58%
Fee Waivers	(0.01%)
Total Net Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.57%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s Operating Expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The Value Equity Portfolio
1 Year	58
3 Years	185
5 Years	323
10 Years	725

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 108.58% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio is designed to implement a value-oriented investment approach. A “value investor” seeks to select securities that trade for less than the intrinsic value of the issuing company, as measured by fundamental investment considerations such as earnings, book value and dividend paying ability. The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio may invest up to 20% of the total assets of the actively managed portion of the Portfolio in income-producing securities other than common stock, such as preferred stocks or bonds, including those that are convertible into common stock. These income-producing securities may be of any quality or maturity. The Portfolio may also invest in equity securities of mid capitalization issuers. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities issued by non-U.S. companies. The Portfolio may also invest in other instruments including option or futures contracts, and similar instruments in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. Additionally, a portion of the Portfolio is managed using a “passive” or “index” investment approach designed to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of the Portfolio’s benchmark index and, from time to time, one or more identifiable subsets or other portions of that index.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one investment subadviser (“Specialist Manager”). The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Credit Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that the issuing company may fail to make principal and interest payments when due.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments, including option and futures contracts, may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Interest Rate Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that, if interest rates rise, the value of income-producing securities may experience a corresponding decline.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have more limited financial resources, markets and depth of management than larger companies. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Value Investing Risk – An investment in the Portfolio cannot assure moderation of investment risk. There is no guarantee that a value stock is, in fact, undervalued, or that the market will ever recognize its true value.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Value Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 13.12%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	12.52%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(17.06)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Value Equity Portfolio	(1.61%)	12.75%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Value Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(1.82%)	12.48%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Value Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	(0.77%)	10.88%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Value Equity Portfolio Russell 1000 Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	0.39%	14.86%	Jul. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio

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The investment objective of The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio is to provide as high a level of current income exempt from Federal income tax, consistent with the preservation of capital.

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

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The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in a portfolio of municipal bonds (i.e., debt securities issued by municipalities and related entities, the interest on which is exempt from Federal income tax). It is the Portfolio’s policy that, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets will be invested in such securities (collectively, “Tax-Exempt Securities”). Tax-Exempt Securities may include general obligation bonds and notes, revenue bonds and notes (including industrial revenue bonds and municipal lease obligations), as well as participation interests relating to such securities. The Portfolio invests primarily in securities that are rated in one of the top four rating categories of a nationally recognized statistical rating organization or, if unrated, that are determined by the investment subadviser to be of comparable quality. The Portfolio intends to maintain a dollar-weighted effective average portfolio maturity of five to seven years. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – Municipal Securities held by the Portfolio may be called (prepaid) before their maturity dates. This usually occurs as interest rates are declining. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. In addition, the Portfolio may lose price appreciation if a bond it holds is called earlier than scheduled.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a Municipal Security that the Portfolio holds will not make principal or interest payments when they are due, or that the value of the Municipal Securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Credit risk is greater for lower quality fixed income securities.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of Municipal Securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on July 13, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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The chart and table below show how The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on July 13, 2010.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 2.82%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2011	3.26%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	0.66%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Strategic Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees

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0.18%

Other Expenses

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0.08%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.26%

1 Year

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27

3 Years

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84

5 Years

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146

10 Years

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331

2011

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9.52%

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before-tax return

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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2.82%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Jun. 30, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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3.26%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Mar. 31, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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0.66%

One Year

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9.52%

Since Inception

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5.53%

Inception Date

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Jul. 13, 2010

HC Strategic Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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9.51%

Since Inception

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5.52%

Inception Date

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Jul. 13, 2010

HC Strategic Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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6.99%

Since Inception

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4.99%

Inception Date

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Jul. 13, 2010

HC Strategic Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio | Barclays Capital 5-Year General Obligation Municipal Bond Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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6.91%

Since Inception

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4.66%

Inception Date

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Jul. 13, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The Value Equity Portfolio

The Value Equity Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Value Equity Portfolio is to provide total return consisting of capital appreciation and current income.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The Value Equity Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The Value Equity Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.22%
Other Expenses	0.08%
Acquired Fund Fees and Expense	0.03%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.33%
Fee Waivers	(0.01%)
Total Net Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.32%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s Operating Expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The Value Equity Portfolio
1 Year	33
3 Years	105
5 Years	184
10 Years	417

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 108.58% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio is designed to implement a value-oriented investment approach. A “value investor” seeks to select securities that trade for less than the intrinsic value of the issuing company, as measured by fundamental investment considerations such as earnings, book value and dividend paying ability. The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio may invest up to 20% of the total assets of the actively managed portion of the Portfolio in income-producing securities other than common stock, such as preferred stocks or bonds, including those that are convertible into common stock. These income-producing securities may be of any quality or maturity. The Portfolio may also invest in equity securities of mid capitalization issuers. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities issued by non-U.S. companies. The Portfolio may also invest in other instruments including option or futures contracts, and similar instruments in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. Additionally, a portion of the Portfolio is managed using a “passive” or “index” investment approach designed to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of the Portfolio’s benchmark index and, from time to time, one or more identifiable subsets or other portions of that index.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one investment subadviser (“Specialist Manager”). The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Credit Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that the issuing company may fail to make principal and interest payments when due.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments, including option and futures contracts, may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Interest Rate Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that, if interest rates rise, the value of income-producing securities may experience a corresponding decline.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have more limited financial resources, markets and depth of management than larger companies. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Value Investing Risk – An investment in the Portfolio cannot assure moderation of investment risk. There is no guarantee that a value stock is, in fact, undervalued, or that the market will ever recognize its true value.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Value Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each of the last ten full calendar years. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 13.12%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2009	18.27%
Worst quarter:	4th Qtr. 2008	(22.66)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Five Years	Ten Years
The Value Equity Portfolio	(1.61%)	(3.16%)	2.69%
The Value Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(1.82%)	(3.90%)	1.83%
The Value Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	(0.77%)	(2.73%)	2.10%
The Value Equity Portfolio Russell 1000 Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	0.39%	(2.64%)	3.89%

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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Risk/Return [Heading]

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The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

Objective [Heading]

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Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]

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The investment objective of The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio is to seek to provide a moderate and sustainable level of current income, consistent with the preservation of capital by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of publicly issued mortgage and asset backed securities.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]

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Shareholder Fees
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Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 28.67% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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28.67%

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e. at least primarily 80% of net assets) in a portfolio of publicly issued, investment grade mortgage and asset backed securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. In general the portfolio will maintain aggregate characteristics similar to the Barclays Capital U.S. Securitized Index. The Portfolio will seek to invest in U.S. dollar denominated agency and non-agency mortgage-backed securities backed by loans secured by residential, multifamily and commercial properties including, but not limited to: pass throughs, collateralized mortgage obligations (“CMOs”), real estate mortgage investment conduits (“REMICs”), stripped mortgage-backed securities (“SMBS”), project loans, construction loans, and adjustable rate mortgages. The Portfolio may also invest in U.S. Treasury and agency securities. Securities must be rated investment-grade or better by a nationally recognized credit rating agency at the time of purchase or, if not rated by an agency, of comparable credit quality as determined by the Specialist Manager at the time of purchase. The Portfolio may engage in transactions involving “derivative instruments” both in order to hedge against fluctuations in the market value of the securities in which the Portfolio invests and to achieve market exposure pending investment and, in the case of asset-backed and similar securities, for investment purposes. Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but under normal circumstances the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between three and five years.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are especially sensitive to prepayment.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time, thus potentially reducing the Fund’s return. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. Credit risk is greater for lower quality or “junk bonds.” In addition, the securities of many U.S. Government agencies, authorities or instrumentalities in which the Portfolio may invest are neither issued nor guaranteed by the U.S. Government, and may be supported only by the ability of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury or by the credit of the issuer.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares inception on December 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future. A full calendar year of performance is not yet available for the HC Advisors Shares class. The performance shown below is that of HC Strategic Shares and has not been adjusted to reflect HC Advisors Shares expenses, which are higher. If it had been, performance would have been lower.

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The chart and table below show how The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares inception on December 6, 2010.

Performance One Year or Less [Text]

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A full calendar year of performance is not yet available for the HC Advisors Shares class.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Does Not Reflect Sales Loads [Text]

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The performance shown below is that of HC Strategic Shares and has not been adjusted to reflect HC Advisors Shares expenses, which are higher. If it had been, performance would have been lower.

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 3.41%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2011	2.25%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	0.58%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees

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0.22%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

Other Expenses

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0.08%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.55%

1 Year

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56

3 Years

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176

5 Years

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307

10 Years

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689

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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2011

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5.83%

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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3.41%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Jun. 30, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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2.25%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Mar. 31, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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0.58%

One Year

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5.83%

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

4.95%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

4.62%

Since Inception

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3.83%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

3.77%

Since Inception

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3.56%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | Barclays Capital U.S. Securitized Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

6.22%

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

5.42%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio is to provide a moderate and sustainable level of current income, consistent with the preservation of capital by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of investment grade fixed income securities issued by U.S. corporations.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment, expressed as a percentage of offering price)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
Management Fees	0.27%
Other Expenses	0.08%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.35%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
1 Year	36
3 Years	113
5 Years	197
10 Years	443

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 56.04% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e. at least 80% of net assets) in a portfolio of investment grade fixed income securities issued by U.S. corporations. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. In general the portfolio will maintain aggregate characteristics similar to the Barclays Capital U.S. Corporate Index. Securities held by the Portfolio will be rated investment-grade or better by one of the established rating agencies or, if not rated by an agency, of comparable credit quality as determined by the Specialist Manager at the time of purchase. Securities held by the Portfolio which are downgraded below investment-grade by all ratings agencies may be retained up to a maximum market value of 5% of the Portfolio. Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but under normal circumstances the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between nine and twelve years. The Portfolio may also invest up to 20% of its assets in municipal bonds (i.e., debt securities issued by municipalities and related entities).

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are especially sensitive to prepayment.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time, thus potentially reducing the Portfolio’s return. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. The lower the rating of a debt security, the higher its credit risk. In addition, the securities of many U.S. Government agencies, authorities or instrumentalities in which the Portfolio may invest are neither issued nor guaranteed by the U.S. Government, and may be supported only by the ability of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury or by the credit of the issuer.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of securities held in the Portfolio, including U.S. Government securities, will decline with changes in interest rates. Treasury inflation protected securities (“TIPS”) can also exhibit price movements as a result of changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles. U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on December 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 7.51%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	4.37%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	0.22%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio	9.10%	7.58%	Dec. 06, 2010
The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	7.49%	6.02%	Dec. 06, 2010
The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	5.88%	5.53%	Dec. 06, 2010
The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio Barclays Capital U.S. Corporate Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	8.15%	7.13%	Dec. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

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The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio is to provide a moderate and sustainable level of current income, consistent with the preservation of capital by investing in a diversified portfolio of primarily U.S. Treasury and government related fixed income securities.

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Fees and Expenses

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

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Shareholder Fees
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Annual Operating Expenses
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Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 89.01% of the average value of its portfolio.

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Example:

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e. at least 80% of its net assets) in a portfolio of U.S. fixed income securities issued or fully guaranteed by the U.S. Government, Federal Agencies, or sponsored agencies. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. In general the portfolio will maintain aggregate characteristics similar to the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index. Securities held by the Portfolio will be rated investment grade or better by at least two rating agencies at the time of purchase if not rated by an agency, of comparable credit quality as determined by the Specialist Manager at the time of purchase. Overall credit quality of the Portfolio will be maintained at a level substantially equal to that of the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index. The Portfolio will attempt to be fully invested at all times in U.S. Government fixed income securities, but may hold cash positions at times to adjust the duration of the Portfolio to more closely approximate that of the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index, to replicate the interest rate sensitivity of the securities in the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index, or to approximate the exposure to cash in the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index from coupon payments, principal payments or called securities. The Portfolio intends to maintain an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity similar to that of the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. This risk should be low for the Portfolio as it invests mainly in securities that are not callable.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of fixed income securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares inception on December 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future. A full calendar year of performance is not yet available for the HC Advisors Shares class. The performance shown below is that of HC Strategic Shares and has not been adjusted to reflect HC Advisors Shares expenses, which are higher. If it had been, performance would have been lower.

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Performance One Year or Less [Text]

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A full calendar year of performance is not yet available for the HC Advisors Shares class.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

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The performance shown below is that of HC Strategic Shares and has not been adjusted to reflect HC Advisors Shares expenses, which are higher. If it had been, performance would have been lower.

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 1.92%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	5.82%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	(0.12)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees

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0.17%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

Other Expenses

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0.08%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.50%

1 Year

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51

3 Years

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160

5 Years

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280

10 Years

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628

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

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2011

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8.71%

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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1.92%

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Best quarter:

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Sep. 30, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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5.82%

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Mar. 31, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(0.12%)

One Year

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8.71%

Since Inception

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6.99%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

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7.49%

Since Inception

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5.85%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

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One Year

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5.64%

Since Inception

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5.28%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | U.S. Government Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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9.02%

Since Inception

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7.21%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The International Equity Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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The International Equity Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The International Equity Portfolio is to maximize total return.

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Fees and Expenses

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

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Shareholder Fees
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Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 68.87% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

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The Portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of issuers located in non-U.S. countries. Although the Portfolio may invest anywhere in the world, the Portfolio is expected to invest primarily in the equity markets included in the MSCI EAFE Index. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The International Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each of the last ten full calendar years. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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The chart and table below show how The International Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each of the last ten full calendar years.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 16.03%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2009	20.93%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(21.22)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Strategic Shares | The International Equity Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.35%

Other Expenses

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0.10%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.45%

1 Year

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46

3 Years

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144

5 Years

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252

10 Years

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567

2002

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(16.93%)

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2003

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32.73%

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2004

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15.31%

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2005

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17.36%

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2006

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21.24%

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2007

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15.69%

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2008

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(43.03%)

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2009

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30.70%

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2010

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10.54%

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2011

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(10.95%)

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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16.03%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Jun. 30, 2009

Highest Quarterly Return

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20.93%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(21.22%)

One Year

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(10.95%)

Five Years

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(3.24%)

Ten Years

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4.37%

HC Strategic Shares | The International Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(11.08%)

Five Years

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(3.81%)

Ten Years

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3.79%

HC Strategic Shares | The International Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(6.41%)

Five Years

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(2.51%)

Ten Years

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3.85%

HC Strategic Shares | The International Equity Portfolio | MSCI EAFE Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(11.73%)

Five Years

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(4.26%)

Ten Years

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5.12%

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional International Equity Portfolio

The Institutional International Equity Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Institutional International Equity Portfolio is to maximize total return.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The Institutional International Equity Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The Institutional International Equity Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.37%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.10%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.72%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The Institutional International Equity Portfolio
1 Year	74
3 Years	230
5 Years	401
10 Years	894

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 68.64% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of issuers located in non-U.S. countries. Although the Portfolio may invest anywhere in the world, the Portfolio is expected to invest primarily in the equity markets included in the Morgan Stanley Capital International Europe, Australasia and Far East Index (“MSCI EAFE Index”). In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment is securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Institutional International Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 15.48%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	6.58%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(20.89)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Institutional International Equity Portfolio	(10.68%)	5.69%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Institutional International Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(11.22%)	5.23%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Institutional International Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	(5.73%)	5.05%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Institutional International Equity Portfolio MSCI EAFE Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	(11.73%)	4.73%	Jul. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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Risk/Return:

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Registrant Name

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The Growth Equity Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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Risk/Return [Heading]

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The Growth Equity Portfolio

Objective [Heading]

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Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]

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The investment objective of The Growth Equity Portfolio is to provide capital appreciation,

Objective, Secondary [Text Block]

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with income as a secondary consideration.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 64.59% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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64.59%

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio is designed to implement a growth-oriented investment approach. “Growth investing” means that securities acquired for the Portfolio can be expected to have above-average potential for growth in revenue and earnings. The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio may invest up to 20% of the total assets of the actively managed portion of the Portfolio in income-producing securities other than common stock, such as preferred stocks or bonds, including those that are convertible into common stock. These income-producing securities may be of any quality or maturity. The Portfolio may also invest in equity securities of mid capitalization issuers. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities issued by non-U.S. companies. Although some of the equity securities in which the Portfolio will invest are expected to be dividend paying issues, income is a secondary consideration in the stock selection process. Accordingly, dividends paid by this Portfolio can generally be expected to be lower than those paid by The Value Equity Portfolio. Consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio’s Specialist Managers may use instruments including option or futures contracts and similar instruments in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Credit Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that the issuing company may fail to make principal and interest payments when due.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Growth Investing Risk – An investment in growth stocks may be susceptible to rapid price swings, especially during periods of economic uncertainty. Growth stocks typically have little or no dividend income to cushion the effect of adverse market conditions. In addition, growth stocks may be particularly volatile in the event of earnings disappointments or other financial difficulties experienced by the issuer.

• Interest Rate Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that, if interest rates rise, the value of income-producing securities may experience a corresponding decline.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have more limited financial resources, markets and depth of management than larger companies. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Growth Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Performance Information Illustrates Variability of Returns [Text]

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The chart and table below show how The Growth Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 18.15%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	10.16%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(11.77)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The Growth Equity Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.22%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

Other Expenses

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0.07%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.54%

1 Year

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55

3 Years

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173

5 Years

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302

10 Years

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677

2011

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4.15%

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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18.15%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Dec. 31, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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10.16%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(11.77%)

One Year

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4.15%

Since Inception

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19.58%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Growth Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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4.00%

Since Inception

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19.41%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Growth Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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2.89%

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

16.74%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Growth Equity Portfolio | Russell 1000 Growth Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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2.64%

Since Inception

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19.31%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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Registrant Name

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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Risk/Return [Heading]

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The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio

Objective [Heading]

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Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]

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The investment objective of The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio is to provide long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 57.28% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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57.28%

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of “small cap” issuers. The Portfolio is designed to invest primarily in equity securities of U.S. issuers which have market capitalizations that are comparable to the capitalization of companies in the Russell 2000^(R) Index at the time of purchase. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities of “mid cap” issuers. Consistent with its objective the Portfolio will invest in both dividend paying securities and securities that do not pay dividends. Also, consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio's Specialist Managers may use instruments such as option or futures contracts in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. As of August 31, 2012, the market capitalization range of companies in the Russell 2000^® Index was between approximately $500 million and $5 billion. Companies with a market capitalization between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio's benchmark over time.

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Principal Investment Risks

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have greater financial resources, markets and depth of management than companies in the small cap universe and may be less likely to experience the rapid growth that small cap investors seek.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio's investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio's return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio's return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Small Cap Risk – Small cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

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The chart and table below show how The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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The chart and table below show how The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

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The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 13.59%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	13.84 %
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(21.02 )%

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.49%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

Other Expenses

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0.10%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.84%

1 Year

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86

3 Years

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268

5 Years

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466

10 Years

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1,037

2011

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(5.57%)

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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13.59%

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Dec. 31, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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13.84%

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(21.02%)

One Year

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(5.57%)

Since Inception

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16.24%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(5.63%)

Since Inception

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16.16%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

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Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(3.54%)

Since Inception

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13.88%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio | Russell 2000 Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(4.18%)

Since Inception

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18.10%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio

The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio is to provide long-term capital appreciation.

Fees and Expenses

The fee table below describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.63%
Other Expenses	0.09%
Acquired Fund Fees and Expense	0.01%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.73%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio
1 Year	75
3 Years	233
5 Years	406
10 Years	906

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 81.04% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of “small cap” issuers. The Portfolio is designed to invest primarily in equity securities of U.S. issuers which have market capitalizations that are comparable to the capitalization of companies in the Russell 2000^® Index at the time of purchase. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities of “mid cap” issuers. Consistent with this objective the Portfolio will invest in both dividend paying securities and securities that do not pay dividends. Also, consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio’s Specialist Managers may use instruments such as option or futures contracts in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. As of August 31, 2012, the market capitalization range of companies in the Russell^® 2000 Index was between approximately $500 million and $5 billion. Companies with a market capitalization between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have greater financial resources, markets and depth of management than companies in the small cap universe and may be less likely to experience the rapid growth that small cap investors seek.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Small Cap Risk – Small cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on August 15, 2008. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 14.02%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2009	19.99%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(20.63)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio	(6.08%)	(1.17%)	Aug. 15, 2008
The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(6.13%)	(1.24%)	Aug. 15, 2008
The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	(3.89%)	(1.00%)	Aug. 15, 2008
The Institutional Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio Russell 2000 Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	(4.18%)	0.95%	Aug. 15, 2008

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio is to provide a moderate and sustainable level of current income, consistent with the preservation of capital by investing in a diversified portfolio of primarily U.S. Treasury and government related fixed income securities.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment, expressed as a percentage of offering price)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
Management Fees	0.17%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.08%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.50%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
1 Year	51
3 Years	160
5 Years	280
10 Years	628

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 89.01% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e. at least 80% of its net assets) in a portfolio of U.S. fixed income securities issued or fully guaranteed by the U.S. Government, Federal Agencies, or sponsored agencies. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. In general the portfolio will maintain aggregate characteristics similar to the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index. Securities held by the Portfolio will be rated investment grade or better by at least two rating agencies at the time of purchase if not rated by an agency, of comparable credit quality as determined by the Specialist Manager at the time of purchase. Overall credit quality of the Portfolio will be maintained at a level substantially equal to that of the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index. The Portfolio will attempt to be fully invested at all times in U.S. Government fixed income securities, but may hold cash positions at times to adjust the duration of the Portfolio to more closely approximate that of the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index, to replicate the interest rate sensitivity of the securities in the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index, or to approximate the exposure to cash in the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index from coupon payments, principal payments or called securities. The Portfolio intends to maintain an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity similar to that of the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Index.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. This risk should be low for the Portfolio as it invests mainly in securities that are not callable.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of fixed income securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares inception on December 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future. A full calendar year of performance is not yet available for the HC Advisors Shares class. The performance shown below is that of HC Strategic Shares and has not been adjusted to reflect HC Advisors Shares expenses, which are higher. If it had been, performance would have been lower.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 1.92%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	5.82%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	(0.12)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
HC Strategic Shares	8.71%	6.99%	Dec. 06, 2010
HC Strategic Shares - After Taxes on Distributions	7.49%	5.85%	Dec. 06, 2010
HC Strategic Shares - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	5.64%	5.28%	Dec. 06, 2010
U.S. Government Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	9.02%	7.21%	Dec. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio

The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio is to achieve above-average total return by investing in high yield securities commonly referred to as “junk bonds”.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.39%
Other Expenses	0.08%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.47%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes the reinvestment of all dividends and distributions in shares of the Portfolio and that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio
1 Year	48
3 Years	151
5 Years	263
10 Years	591

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 104.25% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

Under normal circumstances, the portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of assets) in a portfolio of fixed income securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. A principal investment strategy of the Portfolio is to invest in high yield securities including “junk bonds”. Under normal circumstances, at least 50% of the Portfolio’s assets will be invested in junk bonds. These securities are fixed income securities that are rated below the fourth highest category assigned by one of the major independent rating agencies or are, in the view of the Specialist Manager, deemed to be of comparable quality. Such securities may include: corporate bonds, collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), collateralized bond obligations (CBOs) and collateralized debt obligations (CDOs) (expected to be limited to less than 15% of the Portfolio), agency and non-agency mortgage-backed securities, collateralized mortgage obligations, commercial mortgage-backed securities and asset-backed securities, REITs, foreign fixed income securities, including emerging market debt, convertible bonds, preferred stocks, treasury inflation bonds, loan participations, swaps and fixed and floating rate loans.

The Portfolio may invest in U.S. government securities, including but not limited to treasuries, agencies and commercial paper. The Portfolio may also hold a portion of its assets in cash or money market instruments in order to maintain liquidity or in the event that the Specialist Manager determines that securities meeting the Portfolio’s investment objective and policies are not otherwise readily available for purchase.

Consistent with its investment policies, the Portfolio may purchase and sell high yield securities. Purchases and sales of securities may be effected without regard to the effect on portfolio turnover. Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but, under normal circumstances, the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between 5 and 10 years. The Portfolio may engage in transactions involving “derivative instruments” both in order to hedge against fluctuations in the market value of the securities in which the Portfolio invests and to achieve market exposure pending investment.

The performance benchmark for this Portfolio is the Barclays Capital U.S. High Yield Ba/B 2% Issuer Capped Index, an unmanaged index of high yield securities that is widely recognized as an indicator of the performance of such securities. The Specialist Managers actively manage the interest rate risk of the Portfolio relative to this benchmark.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are especially sensitive to prepayment.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the security will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. Credit risk is greater for lower quality or “junk bonds.” In addition, the securities of many U.S. Government agencies, authorities or instrumentalities in which the Portfolio may invest are neither issued nor guaranteed by the U.S. Government, and may be supported only by the ability of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury or by the credit of the issuer.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Floating Rate Loans Risk – The risks associated with floating rate loans are similar to the risks of below investment grade securities. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. In addition, the value of the collateral securing the loan may decline, causing a loan to be substantially unsecured. The sale and purchase of a bank loan are subject to the requirements of the underlying credit agreement governing such bank loan. These requirements may limit the eligible pool of potential bank loan holders by placing conditions or restrictions on sales and purchases of bank loans. Further, bank loans are not traded on an exchange and purchasers and sellers of bank loans rely on market makers, usually the administrative agent for a particular bank loan, to trade bank loans. These factors, in addition to overall market volatility, may negatively impact the liquidity of loans. Difficulty in selling a floating rate loan may result in a loss. Borrowers may pay back principal before the scheduled due date when interest rates decline, which may require the Portfolio to replace a particular loan with a lower-yielding security. There may be less extensive public information available with respect to loans than for rated, registered or exchange listed securities. The Portfolio may assume the credit risk of the primary lender in addition to the borrower, and investments in loan assignments may involve the risks of being a lender.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• High Yield Bond Risk – High yield bonds are considered speculative under traditional investment standards. Prices of these securities will rise and fall primarily in response to changes in the issuer’s financial health, although changes in market interest rates also will affect prices. High yield bonds may also experience reduced liquidity, and sudden and substantial decreases in price, during certain market conditions.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of fixed income securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Loan Participation Risk – Loan participations typically will result in a Portfolio having a contractual relationship only with the lender, not with the borrower. In connection with purchasing loan participations, a Portfolio generally will have no right to enforce compliance by the borrower with the terms of the loan agreement relating to the loan, nor any rights of set-off against the borrower, and a Portfolio may not benefit directly from any collateral supporting the loan in which it has purchased the participation. As a result, a Portfolio will assume the credit risk of both the borrower and the lender that is selling the participation. A Portfolio may have difficulty disposing of loan participations as the market for such instruments is not highly liquid.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each of the last ten full calendar years. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 12.02%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2009	11.28%
Worst quarter:	4th Qtr. 2008	(13.06)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Five Years	Ten Years
The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio	4.58%	6.48%	6.53%
The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	1.81%	3.54%	3.84%
The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	2.97%	3.75%	3.94%
The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio Barclays Capital U.S. High Yield Ba/B 2% Issuer Capped Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	6.03%	7.12%	8.14%

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio

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The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio is to provide long-term capital appreciation.

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

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Shareholder Fees
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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 57.28% of the average value of its portfolio.

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Example:

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

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The Portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of “small cap” issuers. The Portfolio is designed to invest primarily in equity securities of U.S. issuers which have market capitalizations that are comparable to the capitalization of companies in the Russell 2000^®Index at the time of purchase. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities of “mid cap” issuers. Consistent with its objective the Portfolio will invest in both dividend paying securities and securities that do not pay dividends. Also, consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio’s Specialist Managers may use instruments such as option or futures contracts in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. As of August 31, 2012, the market capitalization range of companies in the Russell 2000^® Index was between approximately $500 million and $5 billion. Companies with a market capitalization between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

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Principal Investment Risks

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have greater financial resources, markets and depth of management than companies in the small cap universe and may be less likely to experience the rapid growth that small cap investors seek.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Small Cap Risk – Small cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

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Performance.

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The chart and table below show how The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each of the last ten full calendar years. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 13.49%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2003	23.33%
Worst quarter:	4th Qtr. 2008	(26.29)%

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Average Annual Total Returns
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Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Strategic Shares | The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

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0.49%

Other Expenses

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0.10%

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0.59%

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60

3 Years

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189

5 Years

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329

10 Years

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738

2002

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2003

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50.09%

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2004

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13.03%

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2005

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11.02%

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14.40%

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6.56%

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28.55%

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Best quarter:

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Jun. 30, 2003

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23.33%

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Worst quarter:

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Dec. 31, 2008

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(5.49%)

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0.04%

Ten Years

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4.83%

HC Strategic Shares | The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

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(5.55%)

Five Years

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(0.46%)

Ten Years

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3.99%

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(3.48%)

Five Years

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(0.09%)

Ten Years

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4.02%

HC Strategic Shares | The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio | Russell 2000 Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

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4.18%

Five Years

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0.15%

Ten Years

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5.62%

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio

The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio is to provide capital appreciation.

Fees and Expenses

The fee table and accompanying example below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.55%
Other Expenses	0.11%
Acquired Fund Fees and Expense	0.01%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.67%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio
1 Year	68
3 Years	214
5 Years	373
10 Years	835

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 83.66% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in a portfolio of commodity-related investments including securities issued by companies in commodity-related industries, commodity-linked structured notes (derivative debt instruments with principal and/or coupon payments linked to the performance of commodity indices) and other similar derivative instruments, investment vehicles that invest in commodities and commodity-related instruments. Securities of companies in commodities-related industries may include common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred securities, rights to subscribe for or purchase any such securities, warrants, convertible securities and other equity and commodity-linked securities issued by such companies. For this purpose, commodities are assets that have tangible properties such as oil, metal and agricultural products. Commodity-related industries include, but are not limited to: (i) those directly engaged in the production of commodities, such as minerals, metals, agricultural commodities, chemicals, pulp and paper, building materials, oil and gas, other energy or natural resources, and (ii) companies that provide services to commodity producers. The Portfolio considers a company to be in a commodity-related industry if, as determined by the relevant Specialist Manager, at least 50% of the company’s assets, revenues or net income are derived from, or related to, such activities. The Portfolio may invest without limitation in foreign securities, including securities issued by companies in emerging markets. The Portfolio also intends to gain exposure to commodity markets by investing a portion of its assets in two wholly-owned subsidiaries organized under the laws of the Cayman Islands (the “Subsidiaries”). The Subsidiaries may invest without limitation in commodity-linked derivative instruments, such as swaps, futures and options. The Portfolio may invest in commodity swap, variance swap and total return swap agreements and the Portfolio maintains liquid assets sufficient to cover the full notional value of any such swap positions. The Subsidiaries may also invest in debt securities, some of which are intended to serve as margin or collateral for the Subsidiaries’ derivatives positions, and other investment vehicles that invest in commodities and commodity-related instruments. The Subsidiaries are managed by the same Specialist Managers that advise the Portfolio.

The Portfolio may invest in equity and fixed income securities and may invest in companies of any market capitalization.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that the Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Commodity-Related Securities Risk – The securities of companies in commodity-related industries may underperform the stock market as a whole. The stock prices of such companies may also experience greater price volatility than other types of common stocks. Securities issued by companies in commodity-related industries are sensitive to changes in the supply and demand for, and thus the prices of, commodities. Additionally, the values of securities issued by commodity-related companies may be affected by factors affecting a particular industry or commodity.

• Commodity-Related Investment Risk – Exposure to the commodities markets may subject the Portfolio to greater volatility than investments in traditional securities. The value of commodity-linked derivative instruments may be affected by changes in overall market movements, commodity index volatility, interest rate changes or events affecting a particular commodity or industry, such as political instability or conflict, international economic and regulatory developments, embargoes and tariffs, and drought, floods and other weather-related events.

• Counterparty Risk – The Portfolio will be subject to credit risk with respect to derivative contracts entered into by the Portfolio or held by special purpose or structured vehicles in which the Portfolio invests. If a counterparty becomes bankrupt or otherwise fails to perform its obligations due to financial difficulties, the Portfolio may experience significant delays in obtaining any recovery in a bankruptcy or other reorganization proceeding. The Portfolio may obtain only a limited recovery or may obtain no recovery in such circumstances.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds or the other party to an over the counter transaction will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. Credit risk is greater for lower quality or “junk bonds” and foreign bonds.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio. Additionally, investments in commodity-linked derivatives may be subject to special risks that do not apply to all derivatives transactions. The value of a commodity-linked derivative investment is generally based on the price movements of a physical commodity. Accordingly, these investments are subject to markets risks that relate to the movement of prices in the commodities markets, which may be speculative. Also, a liquid secondary market may not exist for the types of commodity-linked derivative instruments that Portfolio buys, which may make it difficult for the Portfolio to sell them at an acceptable price.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Industry Concentration Risk – The Portfolio is expected to be concentrated in commodity-related industries. The focus of the Portfolio on a specific group of related industries my present more risks than if the Portfolio were more broadly diversified over numerous unrelated industries. A downturn in commodity-related industries would have a larger impact on the Portfolio than on an investment company that does not concentrate in such industries. At times, the performance of the Portfolio’s investments in commodity-related industries may lag the performance of other industries or the broader market as a whole.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of fixed income securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities.

• Leveraging Risk – The Portfolio has the risk that certain transactions of the Portfolio, such as reverse repurchase agreements, loans of portfolio securities, and the use of when-issued, delayed delivery or forward commitment transactions, or derivative instruments, may give rise to leverage, causing the Portfolio to be more volatile than if it had not been leveraged.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – Investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions, or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Non-Diversification Risk – The Portfolio is classified as non-diversified for purposes of the Investment Company Act of 1940,as amended (the “Investment Company Act”). This means that, with respect to 50% of its investment portfolio, there is no limit on the percentage of assets that can be invested in a single issuer. Accordingly, an investment in a non-diversified fund may entail greater risk than would otherwise be the case because the potential for a higher percentage of investments among fewer issuers may result in greater fluctuation in the total market value of the Portfolio.

• Non-Investment Grade Securities Risk – Non-investment grade securities are considered speculative under traditional investment standards. Prices of these securities will rise and fall primarily in response to changes in the issuer’s financial health, although changes in market interest rates also will affect prices. Such securities may also experience reduced liquidity, and sudden and substantial decreases in price, during certain market conditions.

• Small/Mid Cap Risk – Many companies in the investable universe are classified as small or mid cap companies. Small and mid-cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small and mid-cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

• Subsidiary Risk – The commodity-related instruments held by the Subsidiaries are subject to the same risks that apply to similar investments if held directly by the Portfolio (see “Commodities Related Investment Risk” above). The Subsidiaries are not registered under the Investment Company Act and are not subject to all of the requirements and protections of that Act. However, the Portfolio wholly owns and controls the Subsidiaries, and the Board of Trustees has responsibility for overseeing the investment activities of the Portfolio, including its investment in the Subsidiaries. Changes in the laws of the United States and/or the Cayman Islands could adversely affect the Subsidiaries and/or the Portfolio.

• Tax Risk – The Portfolio has the risk that the tax treatment of derivative instruments, such as commodity-linked derivative instruments, including commodity index-linked notes, swap agreements, commodity options, futures, and options on futures, may be affected by future regulatory or legislative changes that could affect the character, timing and/or amount of the Portfolio’s taxable income or gains and distributions.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on June 8, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 4.93%.

Best quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	7.87 %
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(20.69 )%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio	(15.80%)	5.32%	Jun. 08, 2010
The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(16.18%)	4.77%	Jun. 08, 2010
The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	(10.12%)	4.31%	Jun. 08, 2010
The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio Dow-Jones UBS Commodity Total Return Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	(13.32%)	9.17%	Jun. 08, 2010
The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio 50% Dow-Jones UBS Commodity Total Return Index & 50% MSCI ACWI Commodity Producers Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	(15.13%)	9.00%	Jun. 08, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio

The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio is to provide as high a level of current income exempt from Federal income tax, consistent with the preservation of capital.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio
Management Fees	0.18%
Other Expenses	0.08%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.26%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio
1 Year	27
3 Years	84
5 Years	146
10 Years	331

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 12.31% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily in a portfolio of municipal bonds (i.e., debt securities issued by municipalities and related entities, the interest on which is exempt from Federal income tax). It is the Portfolio’s policy that, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets will be invested in such securities (collectively, “Tax-Exempt Securities”). Tax-Exempt Securities may include general obligation bonds and notes, revenue bonds and notes (including industrial revenue bonds and municipal lease obligations), as well as participation interests relating to such securities. The Portfolio invests primarily in securities that are rated in one of the top four rating categories of a nationally recognized statistical rating organization or, if unrated, that are determined by the investment subadviser to be of comparable quality. The Portfolio intends to maintain a dollar-weighted effective average portfolio maturity of five to seven years. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – Municipal Securities held by the Portfolio may be called (prepaid) before their maturity dates. This usually occurs as interest rates are declining. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. In addition, the Portfolio may lose price appreciation if a bond it holds is called earlier than scheduled.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a Municipal Security that the Portfolio holds will not make principal or interest payments when they are due, or that the value of the Municipal Securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Credit risk is greater for lower quality fixed income securities.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of Municipal Securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on July 13, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 2.82%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2011	3.26%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	0.66%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio	9.52%	5.53%	Jul. 13, 2010
The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	9.51%	5.52%	Jul. 13, 2010
The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	6.99%	4.99%	Jul. 13, 2010
The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond II Portfolio Barclays Capital 5-Year General Obligation Municipal Bond Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	6.91%	4.66%	Jul. 13, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio

The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio is to provide capital appreciation,

with income as a secondary consideration.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.21%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.07%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.53%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio
1 Year	54
3 Years	170
5 Years	296
10 Years	665

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 83.80% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio is designed to implement a growth-oriented investment approach. “Growth investing” means that securities acquired for the Portfolio can be expected to have above-average potential for growth in revenue and earnings. The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio may invest up to 20% of the total assets of the actively managed portion of the Portfolio in income-producing securities other than common stock, such as preferred stocks or bonds, including those that are convertible into common stock. These income-producing securities may be of any quality or maturity. The Portfolio may also invest in equity securities of mid capitalization issuers. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities issued by non-U.S. companies. Although some of the equity securities in which the Portfolio will invest are expected to be dividend paying issues, income is a secondary consideration in the stock selection process. Accordingly, dividends paid by this Portfolio can generally be expected to be lower than those paid by The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio. Consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio’s Specialist Managers may use instruments including option or futures contracts and similar instruments in order to pursue their investment objectives, gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. In accordance with applicable interpretations of the SEC, such derivative instruments may be treated as equity securities for purposes of meeting its investment objective, if these instruments have economic characteristics similar to those of equity securities.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Credit Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that the issuing company may fail to make principal and interest payments when due.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Growth Investing Risk – An investment in growth stocks may be susceptible to rapid price swings, especially during periods of economic uncertainty. Growth stocks typically have little or no dividend income to cushion the effect of adverse market conditions. In addition, growth stocks may be particularly volatile in the event of earnings disappointments or other financial difficulties experienced by the issuer.

• Interest Rate Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that, if interest rates rise, the value of income-producing securities may experience a corresponding decline.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have more limited financial resources, markets and depth of management than larger companies. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 19.09%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	10.33 %
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(12.50 )%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio	3.29%	18.99%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	3.07%	18.77%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	2.43%	16.23%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Institutional Growth Equity Portfolio Russell 1000 Growth Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	2.64%	19.31%	Jul. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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The Portfolio is designed to implement a value-oriented investment approach. A “value investor” seeks to select securities that trade for less than the intrinsic value of the issuing company, as measured by fundamental investment considerations such as earnings, book value and dividend paying ability. The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio may also invest in equity securities of mid capitalization issuers. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range. Up to 20% of the total assets of the actively managed portion of the Portfolio may be invested in income-producing securities other than common stock, such as preferred stocks or bonds, including those that are convertible into common stock. These income-producing securities may be of any quality or maturity. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities issued by non-U.S. companies. Consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio’s Specialist Managers may use instruments including option or futures contracts and similar instruments in order to pursue their investment objectives, gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. In accordance with applicable interpretations of the SEC, such derivative instruments may be treated as equity securities for purposes of meeting its investment objective, if these instruments have economic characteristics similar to those of equity securities. Additionally, a portion of the Portfolio is managed using a “passive” or “index” investment approach designed to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of the Portfolio’s benchmark index and, from time to time, one or more identifiable subsets or other portions of that index.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Credit Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that the issuing company may fail to make principal and interest payments when due.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments, including option and futures contracts, may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Interest Rate Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that, if interest rates rise, the value of income-producing securities may experience a corresponding decline.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have more limited financial resources, markets and depth of management than larger companies. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Value Investing Risk – An investment in the Portfolio cannot assure moderation of investment risk. There is no guarantee that a value stock is, in fact, undervalued, or that the market will ever recognize its true value.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

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The chart and table below show how The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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The chart and table below show how The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010.

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

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The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 13.38%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	12.49%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(16.85)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.22%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

Other Expenses

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0.07%

Acquired Fund Fees and Expense

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0.03%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.57%

Fee Waivers

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(0.01%)

Total Net Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.56%

1 Year

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57

3 Years

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182

5 Years

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317

10 Years

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713

2011

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(1.33%)

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before-tax return

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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13.38%

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Dec. 31, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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12.49%

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(16.85%)

One Year

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(1.33%)

Since Inception

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13.54%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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(1.80%)

Since Inception

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13.09%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

(0.25%)

Since Inception

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11.55%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Institutional Value Equity Portfolio | Russell 1000 Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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0.39%

Since Inception

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14.86%

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Jul. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The Growth Equity Portfolio

The Growth Equity Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Growth Equity Portfolio is to provide capital appreciation,

with income as a secondary consideration.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The Growth Equity Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The Growth Equity Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.22%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.07%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.54%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The Growth Equity Portfolio
1 Year	55
3 Years	173
5 Years	302
10 Years	677

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 64.59% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio is designed to implement a growth-oriented investment approach. “Growth investing” means that securities acquired for the Portfolio can be expected to have above-average potential for growth in revenue and earnings. The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. The Portfolio may invest up to 20% of the total assets of the actively managed portion of the Portfolio in income-producing securities other than common stock, such as preferred stocks or bonds, including those that are convertible into common stock. These income-producing securities may be of any quality or maturity. The Portfolio may also invest in equity securities of mid capitalization issuers. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities issued by non-U.S. companies. Although some of the equity securities in which the Portfolio will invest are expected to be dividend paying issues, income is a secondary consideration in the stock selection process. Accordingly, dividends paid by this Portfolio can generally be expected to be lower than those paid by The Value Equity Portfolio. Consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio’s Specialist Managers may use instruments including option or futures contracts and similar instruments in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Credit Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that the issuing company may fail to make principal and interest payments when due.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Growth Investing Risk – An investment in growth stocks may be susceptible to rapid price swings, especially during periods of economic uncertainty. Growth stocks typically have little or no dividend income to cushion the effect of adverse market conditions. In addition, growth stocks may be particularly volatile in the event of earnings disappointments or other financial difficulties experienced by the issuer.

• Interest Rate Risk – Fixed income securities are subject to the risk that, if interest rates rise, the value of income-producing securities may experience a corresponding decline.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have more limited financial resources, markets and depth of management than larger companies. As of the date of this Prospectus, companies with a market capitalization of between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Growth Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 18.15%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	10.16%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(11.77)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Growth Equity Portfolio	4.15%	19.58%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Growth Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	4.00%	19.41%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Growth Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	2.89%	16.74%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Growth Equity Portfolio Russell 1000 Growth Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	2.64%	19.31%	Jul. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The International Equity Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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Risk/Return [Heading]

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The International Equity Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The International Equity Portfolio is to maximize total return.

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Fees and Expenses

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

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Shareholder Fees
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Annual Operating Expenses
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Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 68.87% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of issuers located in non-U.S. countries. Although the Portfolio may invest anywhere in the world, the Portfolio is expected to invest primarily in the equity markets included in the Morgan Stanley Capital International Europe, Australasia and Far East Index (“MSCI EAFE Index”). In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The International Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Performance Information Illustrates Variability of Returns [Text]

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The chart and table below show how The International Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 15.90%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	6.87%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(21.29)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The International Equity Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

rr_ManagementFeesOverAssets

0.35%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

Other Expenses

rr_OtherExpensesOverAssets

0.10%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.70%

1 Year

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72

3 Years

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224

5 Years

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390

10 Years

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871

2011

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(10.94%)

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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15.90%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Dec. 31, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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6.87%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(21.29%)

One Year

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(10.94%)

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

5.61%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The International Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

(11.07%)

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

5.49%

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The International Equity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

(6.40%)

Since Inception

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4.99%

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The International Equity Portfolio | MSCI EAFE Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

(11.73%)

Since Inception

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4.73%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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Registrant Name

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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Risk/Return [Heading]

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The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

Objective [Heading]

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Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]

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The investment objective of The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio is to provide a high level of current income exempt from Federal income tax, consistent with the preservation of capital.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 22.24% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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22.24%

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s principal investment strategy is to invest at least 80% of its assets in municipal bonds (i.e., debt securities issued by municipalities and related entities, the interest on which is exempt from Federal income tax) (“Tax-Exempt Securities”) so that it will qualify to pay “exempt-interest dividends.” The Portfolio intends to maintain a dollar-weighted effective average portfolio maturity of no longer than three years. The Portfolio invests primarily in securities that are rated in one of the top four rating categories of a nationally recognized statistical rating organization or, if unrated, that are determined by the Specialist Manager to be of comparable quality. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. The Portfolio does not currently intend to invest in obligations, the interest on which is a preference item for purposes of the Federal alternative minimum tax.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – Municipal securities held by the Portfolio may be called (prepaid) before their maturity dates. This usually occurs as interest rates are declining. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. In addition, the Portfolio may lose price appreciation if a bond it holds is called earlier than scheduled.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a municipal security that the Portfolio holds will not make principal or interest payments when they are due, or that the value of the municipal securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Credit risk is greater for lower quality fixed income securities.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of municipal securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Tax Risk – Changes in Federal tax laws or regulations could change the tax-exempt status of income from any or all of the Portfolio’s municipal securities. In addition, short-term capital gains and a portion of any gain attributable to bonds purchased at market discount will be treated as ordinary income for Federal tax purposes.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares inception on March 1, 2006. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future. A full calendar year of performance is not yet available for the HC Advisors Shares class. The performance shown below is that of HC Strategic Shares and has not been adjusted to reflect HC Advisors Shares expenses, which are higher. If it had been, performance would have been lower.

Performance Information Illustrates Variability of Returns [Text]

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The chart and table below show how The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio's HC Strategic Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio's HC Strategic Shares inception on March 1, 2006.

Performance One Year or Less [Text]

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A full calendar year of performance is not yet available for the HC Advisors Shares class.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Does Not Reflect Sales Loads [Text]

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The performance shown below is that of HC Strategic Shares and has not been adjusted to reflect HC Advisors Shares expenses, which are higher. If it had been, performance would have been lower.

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 1.50%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2008	2.56%
Worst quarter:	4th Qtr. 2010	(0.83)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees

rr_ManagementFeesOverAssets

0.18%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

rr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets

0.25%

Other Expenses

rr_OtherExpensesOverAssets

0.09%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

rr_ExpensesOverAssets

0.52%

1 Year

rr_ExpenseExampleYear01

53

3 Years

rr_ExpenseExampleYear03

167

5 Years

rr_ExpenseExampleYear05

291

10 Years

rr_ExpenseExampleYear10

653

HC Advisors Shares | The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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2007

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4.23%

^[1]

2008

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4.70%

^[1]

2009

rr_AnnualReturn2009

4.12%

^[1]

2010

rr_AnnualReturn2010

1.41%

^[1]

2011

rr_AnnualReturn2011

3.01%

^[1]

Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

rr_BarChartYearToDateReturn

1.50%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Dec. 31, 2008

Highest Quarterly Return

rr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn

2.56%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

rr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturnDate

Dec. 31, 2010

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(0.83%)

One Year

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3.01%

Five Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05

3.49%

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

3.41%

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Mar. 01, 2006

HC Advisors Shares | The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

2.98%

Five Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05

3.46%

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

3.39%

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Mar. 01, 2006

HC Advisors Shares | The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

rr_RiskReturnAbstract

One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

2.74%

Five Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05

3.39%

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

3.33%

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Mar. 01, 2006

HC Advisors Shares | The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | BofA Merrill Lynch 1-3 Year Municipal Bond Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

2.36%

Five Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05

3.54%

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

3.53%

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Mar. 01, 2006

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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Registrant Name

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The Core Fixed Income Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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Risk/Return [Heading]

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The Core Fixed Income Portfolio

Objective [Heading]

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Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]

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The investment objective of The Core Fixed Income Portfolio is to provide a high level of current income consistent with the preservation of capital.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 64.20% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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64.20%

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes the reinvestment of all dividends and distributions in shares of the Portfolio and that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio's operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio invests primarily (e.g. at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of fixed income securities. The Portfolio, under normal circumstances, will invest at least 80% of its assets in fixed income securities that, at the time of purchase, are rated in one of four highest rating categories assigned by one of the major independent rating agencies or are, in the view of the Specialist Manager, deemed to be of comparable quality. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Securities in the fourth highest rating category may have speculative characteristics. From time to time, a substantial portion of the Portfolio may be invested in any of the following: (1) investment grade mortgage-backed or asset-backed securities; (2) securities issues or fully guaranteed by the U.S. Government, Federal Agencies, or sponsored agencies; (3) investment grade fixed income securities issued by U.S. corporations; or (4) municipal bonds (i.e., debt securities issued by municipalities and related entities). Under normal conditions, the Portfolio may invest up to 20% of its assets in high yield securities (“junk bonds”) and up to 20% of its assets in cash or money market instruments in order to maintain liquidity, or in the event that the Specialist Manager determines that securities meeting the Portfolio’s investment objective and policies are not otherwise readily available for purchase. Consistent with its investment policies, the Portfolio may purchase and sell securities without regard to the effect on portfolio turnover. The Portfolio has historically had significant portfolio turnover (e.g., over 200% annually), and it is anticipated that such portfolio turnover will continue in the future. High portfolio turnover will cause the Portfolio to incur additional transaction costs; higher transaction costs will reduce total return. High portfolio turnover also is likely to generate short-term capital gains, which, once distributed, is taxed to the shareholder as ordinary income. Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but under normal circumstances the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between five and ten years. The Portfolio may engage in transactions involving “derivative instruments” both in order to hedge against fluctuations in the market value of the securities in which the Portfolio invests and to achieve market exposure pending investment and, in the case of asset-backed and similar securities, for investment purposes.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Asset-Backed Security Risk – The market value and yield of asset-backed and mortgage-backed securities can vary due to market interest rate fluctuations and early prepayments of underlying instruments. Although these securities may offer yields higher than those available from other types of securities, these securities may be less effective than other types of securities as a means of “locking in” attractive long-term rates because of the prepayment feature.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are especially sensitive to prepayment.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. In addition, the securities of many U.S. Government agencies, authorities or instrumentalities in which the Portfolio may invest are neither issued nor guaranteed by the U.S. Government, and may be supported only by the ability of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury or by the credit of the issuer.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• High Yield Bond Risk – Up to 20% of the Portfolio’s assets may be invested in these securities. High yield bonds are considered speculative under traditional investment standards. The prices of these securities will rise and fall primarily in response to changes in the issuer’s financial health. Change in market interest rates will also affect prices. High yield bonds may also experience reduced liquidity, and sudden and substantial decreases in price, during certain market conditions

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of fixed income securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Core Fixed Income Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Performance Information Illustrates Variability of Returns [Text]

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The chart and table below show how The Core Fixed Income Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio's HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio's HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 4.20%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	4.15%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	0.10%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The Core Fixed Income Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

rr_RedemptionFeeOverRedemption

none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

rr_ManagementFeesOverAssets

0.22%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

rr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets

0.25%

Other Expenses

rr_OtherExpensesOverAssets

0.08%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

rr_ExpensesOverAssets

0.55%

1 Year

rr_ExpenseExampleYear01

56

3 Years

rr_ExpenseExampleYear03

176

5 Years

rr_ExpenseExampleYear05

307

10 Years

rr_ExpenseExampleYear10

689

2011

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7.74%

^[1]

Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

rr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDate

Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

rr_BarChartYearToDateReturn

4.20%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

rr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturnDate

Sep. 30, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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4.15%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

rr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturnDate

Mar. 31, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

rr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn

0.10%

One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

7.74%

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

5.65%

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Core Fixed Income Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

rr_RiskReturnAbstract

One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

6.12%

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

3.92%

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Core Fixed Income Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

rr_RiskReturnAbstract

One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

5.64%

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

4.03%

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Core Fixed Income Portfolio | Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

rr_RiskReturnAbstract

One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

7.84%

Since Inception

rr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception

5.90%

Inception Date

rr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDate

Jul. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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Value

Risk/Return:

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Registrant Name

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio

Risk/Return:

rr_RiskReturnAbstract

Risk/Return [Heading]

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The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio

Objective [Heading]

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Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]

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The investment objective of The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio is to achieve above-average total return by investing in high yield securities commonly referred to as “junk bonds”.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 104.25% of the average value of its portfolio.

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104.25%

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Example:

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes the reinvestment of all dividends and distributions in shares of the Portfolio and that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

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Under normal circumstances, the portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of assets) in a portfolio of fixed income securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. A principal investment strategy of the Portfolio is to invest in high yield securities including “junk bonds”. Under normal circumstances, at least 50% of the Portfolio’s assets will be invested in junk bonds. These securities are fixed income securities that are rated below the fourth highest category assigned by one of the major independent rating agencies or are, in the view of the Specialist Manager, deemed to be of comparable quality. Such securities may include: corporate bonds, collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), collateralized bond obligations (CBOs) and collateralized debt obligations (CDOs) (expected to be limited to less than 15% of the Portfolio), agency and non-agency mortgage-backed securities, collateralized mortgage obligations, commercial mortgage-backed securities and asset-backed securities, REITs, foreign fixed income securities, including emerging market debt, convertible bonds, preferred stocks, treasury inflation bonds, loan participations, swaps and fixed and floating rate loans.

The Portfolio may invest in U.S. government securities, including but not limited to treasuries, agencies and commercial paper. The Portfolio may also hold a portion of its assets in cash or money market instruments in order to maintain liquidity or in the event that the Specialist Manager determines that securities meeting the Portfolio’s investment objective and policies are not otherwise readily available for purchase.

Consistent with its investment policies, the Portfolio may purchase and sell high yield securities. Purchases and sales of securities may be effected without regard to the effect on portfolio turnover. Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but, under normal circumstances, the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between 5 and 10 years. The Portfolio may engage in transactions involving “derivative instruments” both in order to hedge against fluctuations in the market value of the securities in which the Portfolio invests and to achieve market exposure pending investment.

The performance benchmark for this Portfolio is the Barclays Capital U.S. High Yield Ba/B 2% Issuer Capped Index, an unmanaged index of high yield securities that is widely recognized as an indicator of the performance of such securities. The Specialist Managers actively manage the interest rate risk of the Portfolio relative to this benchmark.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

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• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are especially sensitive to prepayment.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the security will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. Credit risk is greater for lower quality or “junk bonds.” In addition, the securities of many U.S. Government agencies, authorities or instrumentalities in which the Portfolio may invest are neither issued nor guaranteed by the U.S. Government, and may be supported only by the ability of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury or by the credit of the issuer.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Floating Rate Loans Risk – The risks associated with floating rate loans are similar to the risks of below investment grade securities. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. In addition, the value of the collateral securing the loan may decline, causing a loan to be substantially unsecured. The sale and purchase of a bank loan are subject to the requirements of the underlying credit agreement governing such bank loan. These requirements may limit the eligible pool of potential bank loan holders by placing conditions or restrictions on sales and purchases of bank loans. Further, bank loans are not traded on an exchange and purchasers and sellers of bank loans rely on market makers, usually the administrative agent for a particular bank loan, to trade bank loans. These factors, in addition to overall market volatility, may negatively impact the liquidity of loans. Difficulty in selling a floating rate loan may result in a loss. Borrowers may pay back principal before the scheduled due date when interest rates decline, which may require the Portfolio to replace a particular loan with a lower-yielding security. There may be less extensive public information available with respect to loans than for rated, registered or exchange listed securities. The Portfolio may assume the credit risk of the primary lender in addition to the borrower, and investments in loan assignments may involve the risks of being a lender.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• High Yield Bond Risk – High yield bonds are considered speculative under traditional investment standards. Prices of these securities will rise and fall primarily in response to changes in the issuer’s financial health, although changes in market interest rates also will affect prices. High yield bonds may also experience reduced liquidity, and sudden and substantial decreases in price, during certain market conditions.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of fixed income securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Loan Participation Risk – Loan participations typically will result in a Portfolio having a contractual relationship only with the lender, not with the borrower. In connection with purchasing loan participations, a Portfolio generally will have no right to enforce compliance by the borrower with the terms of the loan agreement relating to the loan, nor any rights of set-off against the borrower, and a Portfolio may not benefit directly from any collateral supporting the loan in which it has purchased the participation. As a result, a Portfolio will assume the credit risk of both the borrower and the lender that is selling the participation. A Portfolio may have difficulty disposing of loan participations as the market for such instruments is not highly liquid.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

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It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

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The chart and table below show how The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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The chart and table below show how The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010.

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

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The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 11.87%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	5.28%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(6.65)%

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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Maximum Redemption Fee

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Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.39%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

Other Expenses

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0.08%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.72%

1 Year

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74

3 Years

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230

5 Years

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401

10 Years

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894

2011

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before-tax return

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Sep. 30, 2012

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11.87%

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Best quarter:

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Dec. 31, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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5.28%

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Worst quarter:

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Sep. 30, 2011

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(6.65%)

One Year

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4.59%

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10.86%

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Advisors Shares

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One Year

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1.81%

Since Inception

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7.72%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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2.97%

Since Inception

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7.44%

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio | Barclays Capital U.S. High Yield Ba/B 2% Issuer Capped Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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6.03%

Since Inception

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10.24%

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Jul. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio

The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio is to provide capital appreciation.

Fees and Expenses

The fee table and accompanying example below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.55%
Distribution (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.11%
Acquired Fund Fees and Expense	0.01%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.92%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio
1 Year	94
3 Years	293
5 Years	509
10 Years	1,131

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 83.66% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing in a portfolio of commodity-related investments including securities issued by companies in commodity-related industries, commodity-linked structured notes (derivative debt instruments with principal and/or coupon payments linked to the performance of commodity indices) and other similar derivative instruments, investment vehicles that invest in commodities and commodity-related instruments. Securities of companies in commodities-related industries may include common stocks, depositary receipts, preferred securities, rights to subscribe for or purchase any such securities, warrants, convertible securities and other equity and commodity-linked securities issued by such companies. For this purpose, commodities are assets that have tangible properties, such as oil, metal and agricultural products. Commodity-related industries include, but are not limited to: (i) those directly engaged in the production of commodities, such as minerals, metals, agricultural commodities, chemicals, pulp and paper, building materials, oil and gas, other energy or natural resources, and (ii) companies that provide services to commodity producers. The Portfolio considers a company to be in a commodity-related industry if, as determined by the relevant Specialist Manager, at least 50% of the company’s assets, revenues or net income are derived from, or related to, such activities. The Portfolio may invest without limitation in foreign securities, including securities issued by companies in emerging markets. The Portfolio also intends to gain exposure to commodity markets by investing a portion of its assets in two wholly-owned subsidiaries organized under the laws of the Cayman Islands (the “Subsidiaries”). The Subsidiaries may invest without limitation in commodity-linked derivative instruments, such as swaps, futures and options. The Portfolio may invest in commodity swap, variance swap and total return swap agreements and the Portfolio maintains liquid assets sufficient to cover the full notional value of any such swap positions. The Subsidiaries may also invest in debt securities, some of which are intended to serve as margin or collateral for the Subsidiaries’ derivatives positions, and other investment vehicles that invest in commodities and commodity-related instruments. The Subsidiaries are managed by the same Specialist Managers that advise the Portfolio.

The Portfolio may invest in equity and fixed income securities and may invest in companies of any market capitalization.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that the Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Commodity-Related Securities Risk – The securities of companies in commodity-related industries may underperform the stock market as a whole. The stock prices of such companies may also experience greater price volatility than other types of common stocks. Securities issued by companies in commodity-related industries are sensitive to changes in the supply and demand for, and thus the prices of, commodities. Additionally, the values of securities issued by commodity-related companies may be affected by factors affecting a particular industry or commodity.

• Commodity-Related Investment Risk – Exposure to the commodities markets may subject the Portfolio to greater volatility than investments in traditional securities. The value of commodity-linked derivative instruments may be affected by changes in overall market movements, commodity index volatility, interest rate changes or events affecting a particular commodity or industry, such as political instability or conflict, international economic and regulatory developments, embargoes and tariffs, and drought, floods and other weather-related events.

• Counterparty Risk – The Portfolio will be subject to credit risk with respect to derivative contracts entered into by the Portfolio or held by special purpose or structured vehicles in which the Portfolio invests. If a counterparty becomes bankrupt or otherwise fails to perform its obligations due to financial difficulties, the Portfolio may experience significant delays in obtaining any recovery in a bankruptcy or other reorganization proceeding. The Portfolio may obtain only a limited recovery or may obtain no recovery in such circumstances.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds or the other party to an over the counter transaction will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. Credit risk is greater for lower quality or “junk bonds” and foreign bonds.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio. Additionally, investments in commodity-linked derivatives may be subject to special risks that do not apply to all derivatives transactions. The value of a commodity-linked derivative investment is generally based on the price movements of a physical commodity. Accordingly, these investments are subject to markets risks that relate to the movement of prices in the commodities markets, which may be speculative. Also, a liquid secondary market may not exist for the types of commodity-linked derivative instruments that Portfolio buys, which may make it difficult for the Portfolio to sell them at an acceptable price.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country, or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Industry Concentration Risk – The Portfolio is expected to be concentrated in commodity-related industries. The focus of the Portfolio on a specific group of related industries my present more risks than if the Portfolio were more broadly diversified over numerous unrelated industries. A downturn in commodity-related industries would have a larger impact on the Portfolio than on an investment company that does not concentrate in such industries. At times, the performance of the Portfolio’s investments in commodity-related industries may lag the performance of other industries or the broader market as a whole.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of fixed income securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities.

• Leveraging Risk – The Portfolio has the risk that certain transactions of the Portfolio, such as reverse repurchase agreements, loans of portfolio securities, and the use of when-issued, delayed delivery or forward commitment transactions, or derivative instruments, may give rise to leverage, causing the Portfolio to be more volatile than if it had not been leveraged.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – Investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions, or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Non-Diversification Risk – The Portfolio is classified as non-diversified for purposes of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “Investment Company Act”). This means that, with respect to 50% of its investment portfolio, there is no limit on the percentage of assets that can be invested in a single issuer. Accordingly, an investment in a non-diversified fund may entail greater risk than would otherwise be the case because the potential for a higher percentage of investments among fewer issuers may result in greater fluctuation in the total market value of the Portfolio.

• Non-Investment Grade Securities Risk – Non-investment grade securities are considered speculative under traditional investment standards. Prices of these securities will rise and fall primarily in response to changes in the issuer’s financial health, although changes in market interest rates also will affect prices. Such securities may also experience reduced liquidity, and sudden and substantial decreases in price, during certain market conditions.

• Small/Mid Cap Risk – Many companies in the investable universe are classified as small or mid cap companies. Small and mid-cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small and mid-cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

• Subsidiary Risk – The commodity-related instruments held by the Subsidiaries are subject to the same risks that apply to similar investments if held directly by the Portfolio (see “Commodities Related Investment Risk” above). The Subsidiaries are not registered under the Investment Company Act and are not subject to all of the requirements and protections of that Act. However, the Portfolio wholly owns and controls the Subsidiaries, and the Board of Trustees has responsibility for overseeing the investment activities of the Portfolio, including its investment in the Subsidiaries. Changes in the laws of the United States and/or the Cayman Islands could adversely affect the Subsidiaries and/or the Portfolio.

• Tax Risk – The Portfolio has the risk that the tax treatment of derivative instruments, such as commodity-linked derivative instruments, including commodity index-linked notes, swap agreements, commodity options, futures, and options on futures, may be affected by future regulatory or legislative changes that could affect the character, timing and/or amount of the Portfolio’s taxable income or gains and distributions.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 5.03%.

Best quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	7.79%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(20.69)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio	(15.88%)	7.64%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(16.26%)	7.05%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	(10.17%)	6.27%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio Dow-Jones UBS Commodity Total Return Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	(13.32%)	8.97%	Jul. 06, 2010
The Commodity Returns Strategy Portfolio 50% Dow-Jones UBS Commodity Total Return Index & 50% MSCI ACWI Commodity Producers Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	(15.13%)	9.15%	Jul. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio is to seek to provide a moderate and sustainable level of current income, consistent with the preservation of capital by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of publicly issued mortgage and asset backed securities.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment, expressed as a percentage of offering price)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
Management Fees	0.22%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.08%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.55%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
1 Year	56
3 Years	176
5 Years	307
10 Years	689

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 28.67% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e. at least primarily 80% of net assets) in a portfolio of publicly issued, investment grade mortgage and asset backed securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. In general the portfolio will maintain aggregate characteristics similar to the Barclays Capital U.S. Securitized Index. The Portfolio will seek to invest in U.S. dollar denominated agency and non-agency mortgage-backed securities backed by loans secured by residential, multifamily and commercial properties including, but not limited to: pass throughs, collateralized mortgage obligations (“CMOs”), real estate mortgage investment conduits (“REMICs”), stripped mortgage-backed securities (“SMBS”), project loans, construction loans, and adjustable rate mortgages. The Portfolio may also invest in U.S. Treasury and agency securities. Securities must be rated investment-grade or better by a nationally recognized credit rating agency at the time of purchase or, if not rated by an agency, of comparable credit quality as determined by the Specialist Manager at the time of purchase. The Portfolio may engage in transactions involving “derivative instruments” both in order to hedge against fluctuations in the market value of the securities in which the Portfolio invests and to achieve market exposure pending investment and, in the case of asset-backed and similar securities, for investment purposes. Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but under normal circumstances the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between three and five years.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are especially sensitive to prepayment.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time, thus potentially reducing the Fund’s return. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. Credit risk is greater for lower quality or “junk bonds.” In addition, the securities of many U.S. Government agencies, authorities or instrumentalities in which the Portfolio may invest are neither issued nor guaranteed by the U.S. Government, and may be supported only by the ability of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury or by the credit of the issuer.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares inception on December 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future. A full calendar year of performance is not yet available for the HC Advisors Shares class. The performance shown below is that of HC Strategic Shares and has not been adjusted to reflect HC Advisors Shares expenses, which are higher. If it had been, performance would have been lower.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 3.41%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2011	2.25%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	0.58%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
HC Strategic Shares	5.83%	4.95%	Dec. 06, 2010
HC Strategic Shares - After Taxes on Distributions	4.62%	3.83%	Dec. 06, 2010
HC Strategic Shares - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	3.77%	3.56%	Dec. 06, 2010
Barclays Capital U.S. Securitized Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	6.22%	5.42%	Dec. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Strategic Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio is to provide a high level of current income exempt from Federal income tax, consistent with the preservation of capital.

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Fees and Expenses

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

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Shareholder Fees
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Annual Operating Expenses
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Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 16.99% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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16.99%

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes the reinvestment of all dividends and distributions in shares of the Portfolio, that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e., at least 80% of assets) in a diversified portfolio of intermediate-term fixed income securities, the interest on which is exempt from regular Federal income tax. These securities, which include both securities issued by municipalities and so-called “private activity bonds,” are referred to as “Municipal Securities.” Municipal Securities acquired for the Portfolio will generally be rated in one of the three highest rating categories assigned by one of the major independent rating agencies, or are, in the view of the Specialist Manager, deemed to be of comparable quality. The Portfolio is, however, authorized to invest up to 15% of its assets in Municipal Securities that are rated in the fourth highest category. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Also, the Portfolio is authorized to invest up to 20% of its net assets in taxable instruments. It is a fundamental policy of the Portfolio that, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets will be invested in Municipal Securities. Municipal Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but under normal circumstances the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between five and ten years. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – Municipal securities held by the Portfolio may be called (prepaid) before their maturity dates. This usually occurs as interest rates are declining. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. In addition, the Portfolio may lose price appreciation if a bond it holds is called earlier than scheduled.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a Municipal Security that the Portfolio holds will not make principal or interest payments when they are due, or that the value of the Municipal Securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Credit risk is greater for lower quality fixed income securities.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of Municipal Securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each of the last ten full calendar years. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Performance Information Illustrates Variability of Returns [Text]

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The chart and table below show how The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each of the last ten full calendar years.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 4.58%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2009	6.12%
Worst quarter:	4th Qtr. 2010	(3.36)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Strategic Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees

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0.21%

Other Expenses

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0.06%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.27%

1 Year

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28

3 Years

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87

5 Years

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152

10 Years

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343

2002

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7.95%

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2003

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4.45%

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2004

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3.65%

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2005

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2.60%

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2006

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3.91%

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2007

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3.27%

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2008

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(4.80%)

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2009

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9.58%

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2010

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3.10%

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2011

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10.30%

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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4.58%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2009

Highest Quarterly Return

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6.12%

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Dec. 31, 2010

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(3.36%)

One Year

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10.30%

5 Years

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4.14%

10 Years

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4.32%

HC Strategic Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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10.28%

5 Years

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4.03%

10 Years

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4.23%

HC Strategic Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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7.96%

5 Years

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3.99%

10 Years

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4.21%

HC Strategic Shares | The Intermediate Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | Barclays Capital 3-15 Year Blend Municipal Bond Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

9.63%

5 Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05

5.74%

10 Years

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5.35%

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio

The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio is to provide long-term capital appreciation.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.49%
Other Expenses	0.10%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.59%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio
1 Year	60
3 Years	189
5 Years	329
10 Years	738

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 57.28% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of “small cap” issuers. The Portfolio is designed to invest primarily in equity securities of U.S. issuers which have market capitalizations that are comparable to the capitalization of companies in the Russell 2000^®Index at the time of purchase. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Up to 20% of the total assets of the total Portfolio may also be invested in securities of “mid cap” issuers. Consistent with its objective the Portfolio will invest in both dividend paying securities and securities that do not pay dividends. Also, consistent with their respective investment styles, the Portfolio’s Specialist Managers may use instruments such as option or futures contracts in order to gain market exposure pending investment or to hedge against fluctuations in market price of the securities in which the Portfolio invests. As of August 31, 2012, the market capitalization range of companies in the Russell 2000^® Index was between approximately $500 million and $5 billion. Companies with a market capitalization between $5 billion and $15 billion would likely be included in the “mid cap” range.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Mid Cap Risk – These companies may have greater financial resources, markets and depth of management than companies in the small cap universe and may be less likely to experience the rapid growth that small cap investors seek.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

• Small Cap Risk – Small cap companies may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic developments. They may also be less liquid and/or more volatile than securities of larger companies or the market averages in general. Small cap companies may be adversely affected during periods when investors prefer to hold securities of large capitalization companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each of the last ten full calendar years. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 13.49%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2003	23.33%
Worst quarter:	4th Qtr. 2008	(26.29)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Five Years	Ten Years
The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio	(5.49%)	0.04%	4.83%
The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(5.55%)	(0.46%)	3.99%
The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	(3.48%)	(0.09%)	4.02%
The Small Capitalization Equity Portfolio Russell 2000 Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	4.18%	0.15%	5.62%

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Advisors Shares | The International Equity Portfolio

The International Equity Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The International Equity Portfolio is to maximize total return.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Advisors Shares The International Equity Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The International Equity Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.35%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.10%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.70%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Advisors Shares The International Equity Portfolio
1 Year	72
3 Years	224
5 Years	390
10 Years	871

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 68.87% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of issuers located in non-U.S. countries. Although the Portfolio may invest anywhere in the world, the Portfolio is expected to invest primarily in the equity markets included in the Morgan Stanley Capital International Europe, Australasia and Far East Index (“MSCI EAFE Index”). In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The International Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares inception on July 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Advisors Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 15.90%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2011	6.87%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(21.29)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Advisors Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The International Equity Portfolio	(10.94%)	5.61%	Jul. 06, 2010
The International Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(11.07%)	5.49%	Jul. 06, 2010
The International Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	(6.40%)	4.99%	Jul. 06, 2010
The International Equity Portfolio MSCI EAFE Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	(11.73%)	4.73%	Jul. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

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The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio is to provide a moderate and sustainable level of current income, consistent with the preservation of capital by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of investment grade fixed income securities issued by U.S. corporations.

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Advisors Shares of the Portfolio.

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Annual Operating Expenses
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Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 56.04% of the average value of its portfolio.

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Example:

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e. at least 80% of net assets) in a portfolio of investment grade fixed income securities issued by U.S. corporations. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. In general the portfolio will maintain aggregate characteristics similar to the Barclay’s Capital U.S. Corporate Index. Securities held by the Portfolio will be rated investment-grade or better by one of the established rating agencies or, if not rated by an agency, of comparable credit quality as determined by the Specialist Manager at the time of purchase. Securities held by the Portfolio which are downgraded below investment-grade by all ratings agencies may be retained up to a maximum market value of 5% of the Portfolio. Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but under normal circumstances the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between nine and twelve years. The Portfolio may also invest up to 20% of its assets in municipal bonds (i.e., debt securities issued by municipalities and related entities).

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are especially sensitive to prepayment.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time, thus potentially reducing the Portfolio’s return. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. The lower the rating of a debt security, the higher its credit risk. In addition, the securities of many U.S. Government agencies, authorities or instrumentalities in which the Portfolio may invest are neither issued nor guaranteed by the U.S. Government, and may be supported only by the ability of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury or by the credit of the issuer.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of securities held in the Portfolio, including U.S. Government securities, will decline with changes in interest rates. Treasury inflation protected securities (“TIPS”) can also exhibit price movements as a result of changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles. U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares inception on December 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future. A full calendar year of performance is not yet available for the HC Advisors Shares class. The performance shown below is that of HC Strategic Shares and has not been adjusted to reflect HC Advisors Shares expenses, which are higher. If it had been, performance would have been lower.

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The chart and table below show how The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares inception on December 6, 2010.

Performance One Year or Less [Text]

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A full calendar year of performance is not yet available for the HC Advisors Shares class.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

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The performance shown below is that of HC Strategic Shares and has not been adjusted to reflect HC Advisors Shares expenses, which are higher. If it had been, performance would have been lower.

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 7.51%.

Best quarter:	3th Qtr. 2011	4.37%
Worst quarter:	1rd Qtr. 2011	0.22%

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Management Fees

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0.27%

Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees

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0.25%

Other Expenses

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0.08%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.60%

1 Year

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61

3 Years

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192

5 Years

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335

10 Years

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750

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

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2011

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9.10%

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before-tax return

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Sep. 30, 2012

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7.51%

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Best quarter:

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Sep. 30, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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4.37%

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Worst quarter:

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Mar. 31, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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0.22%

One Year

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9.10%

Since Inception

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7.58%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

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One Year

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7.49%

Since Inception

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6.02%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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5.88%

Since Inception

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5.53%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The U.S. Corporate Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | Barclays Capital U.S. Corporate Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

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One Year

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8.15%

Since Inception

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7.13%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The International Equity Portfolio

The International Equity Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The International Equity Portfolio is to maximize total return.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The International Equity Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The International Equity Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.35%
Other Expenses	0.10%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.45%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The International Equity Portfolio
1 Year	46
3 Years	144
5 Years	252
10 Years	567

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 68.87% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of its assets) in a diversified portfolio of equity securities of issuers located in non-U.S. countries. Although the Portfolio may invest anywhere in the world, the Portfolio is expected to invest primarily in the equity markets included in the MSCI EAFE Index. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Equity Market Risk – The market value of an equity security and the equity markets in general can be volatile.

• Foreign Currency Risk – Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar. Currency exchange rates can be volatile and can be affected by, among other factors, the general economics of a country or the actions of the U.S. or foreign governments or central banks. In addition, transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

• Passive Investing Risk – A portion of the Portfolio employs a passive investment approach, which attempts to approximate as closely as practicable, before expenses, the performance of one or more different segments of the Portfolio’s investment universe, as deemed appropriate by the Adviser, regardless of the current or projected performance of a specific security or a particular industry or market sector. Maintaining investments in securities regardless of market conditions or the performance of individual securities could cause the Portfolio’s return to be lower than if the Portfolio employed an active strategy. In addition, the Portfolio’s return may not match or achieve a high degree of correlation with the return of the target investment pool due to operating expenses, transaction costs, and cash flows.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The International Equity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each of the last ten full calendar years. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 16.03%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2009	20.93%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2011	(21.22)%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Five Years	Ten Years
The International Equity Portfolio	(10.95%)	(3.24%)	4.37%
The International Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	(11.08%)	(3.81%)	3.79%
The International Equity Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	(6.41%)	(2.51%)	3.85%
The International Equity Portfolio MSCI EAFE Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	(11.73%)	(4.26%)	5.12%

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC Strategic Shares | The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

Investment Objective

The investment objective of The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio is to seek to provide a moderate and sustainable level of current income, consistent with the preservation of capital by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of publicly issued mortgage and asset backed securities.

Fees and Expenses

The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment, expressed as a percentage of offering price)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic Shares The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
Maximum Sales Charges	none
Maximum Redemption Fee	none

Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Annual Fund Operating Expenses	HC Strategic Shares The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
Management Fees	0.22%
Other Expenses	0.08%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.30%

Example:

This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Expense Example (USD $)	HC Strategic Shares The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
1 Year	31
3 Years	97
5 Years	169
10 Years	381

Portfolio Turnover

The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 28.67% of the average value of its portfolio.

Principal Investment Strategies

The Portfolio seeks to achieve its objective by investing primarily (i.e. at least primarily 80% of net assets) in a portfolio of publicly issued, investment grade mortgage and asset backed securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. In general the portfolio will maintain aggregate characteristics similar to the Barclay’s Capital U.S. Securitized Index. The Portfolio will seek to invest in U.S. dollar denominated agency and non-agency mortgage-backed securities backed by loans secured by residential, multifamily and commercial properties including, but not limited to: pass throughs, collateralized mortgage obligations (“CMOs”), real estate mortgage investment conduits (“REMICs”), stripped mortgage-backed securities (“SMBS”), project loans, construction loans, and adjustable rate mortgages. The Portfolio may also invest in U.S. Treasury and agency securities. Securities must be rated investment-grade or better by a nationally recognized credit rating agency at the time of purchase or, if not rated by an agency, of comparable credit quality as determined by the Specialist Manager at the time of purchase. The Portfolio may engage in transactions involving “derivative instruments” both in order to hedge against fluctuations in the market value of the securities in which the Portfolio invests and to achieve market exposure pending investment and, in the case of asset-backed and similar securities, for investment purposes. Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but under normal circumstances the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between three and five years.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Principal Investment Risks

Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are especially sensitive to prepayment.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security that the Portfolio holds will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time, thus potentially reducing the Fund’s return. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. Credit risk is greater for lower quality or “junk bonds.” In addition, the securities of many U.S. Government agencies, authorities or instrumentalities in which the Portfolio may invest are neither issued nor guaranteed by the U.S. Government, and may be supported only by the ability of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury or by the credit of the issuer.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

The chart and table below show how The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on December 6, 2010. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 3.41%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2011	2.25%
Worst quarter:	1st Qtr. 2011	0.58%

Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Average Annual Total Returns HC Strategic Shares	One Year	Since Inception	Inception Date
The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio	5.83%	4.95%	Dec. 06, 2010
The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions	4.62%	3.83%	Dec. 06, 2010
The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	3.77%	3.56%	Dec. 06, 2010
The U.S. Mortgage/Asset Backed Fixed Income Securities Portfolio Barclays Capital U.S. Securitized Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	6.22%	5.42%	Dec. 06, 2010

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Strategic Shares | The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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Risk/Return [Heading]

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The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio

Objective [Heading]

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Investment Objective

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The investment objective of The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio is to provide a high level of current income exempt from Federal income tax, consistent with the preservation of capital.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 22.24% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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22.24%

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Example:

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes the reinvestment of all dividends and distributions in shares of the Portfolio, that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s principal investment strategy is to invest at least 80% of its assets in municipal bonds (i.e., debt securities issued by municipalities and related entities, the interest on which is exempt from Federal income tax) (“Tax-Exempt Securities”) so that it will qualify to pay “exempt-interest dividends.” The Portfolio intends to maintain a dollar-weighted effective average portfolio maturity of no longer than three years. The Portfolio invests primarily in securities that are rated in one of the top four rating categories of a nationally recognized statistical rating organization or, if unrated, that are determined by the Specialist Manager to be of comparable quality. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. The Portfolio does not currently intend to invest in obligations, the interest on which is a preference item for purposes of the Federal alternative minimum tax.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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Investing in the Portfolio involves risks common to any investment in securities. As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

• Call/Prepayment Risk – Municipal securities held by the Portfolio may be called (prepaid) before their maturity dates. This usually occurs as interest rates are declining. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. In addition, the Portfolio may lose price appreciation if a bond it holds is called earlier than scheduled.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a municipal security that the Portfolio holds will not make principal or interest payments when they are due, or that the value of the municipal securities will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Fixed income securities rated in the fourth highest rating category by a rating agency may have speculative characteristics. Credit risk is greater for lower quality fixed income securities.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of municipal securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Tax Risk – Changes in Federal tax laws or regulations could change the tax-exempt status of income from any or all of the Portfolio’s municipal securities. In addition, short-term capital gains and a portion of any gain attributable to bonds purchased at market discount will be treated as ordinary income for Federal tax purposes.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

Risk Lose Money [Text]

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As is the case with any investment, your investment in the Portfolio involves the risk that you may lose money on your investment.

Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

Performance Narrative [Text Block]

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The chart and table below show how The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on March 1, 2006. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Performance Information Illustrates Variability of Returns [Text]

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The chart and table below show how The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each full calendar year since the Portfolio’s inception on March 1, 2006.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

Bar Chart [Heading]

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 1.50%.

Best quarter:	4th Qtr. 2008	2.56 %
Worst quarter:	4th Qtr. 2010	(0.83 )%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Strategic Shares | The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees

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0.18%

Other Expenses

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0.09%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.27%

1 Year

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28

3 Years

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87

5 Years

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152

10 Years

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343

2007

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4.23%

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2008

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4.70%

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2009

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4.12%

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2010

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1.41%

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2011

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3.01%

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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1.50%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Dec. 31, 2008

Highest Quarterly Return

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2.56%

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Dec. 31, 2010

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(0.83%)

One Year

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3.01%

Five Years

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3.49%

Since Inception

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3.41%

Inception Date

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Mar. 01, 2006

HC Strategic Shares | The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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2.98%

Five Years

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3.46%

Since Inception

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3.39%

Inception Date

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Mar. 01, 2006

HC Strategic Shares | The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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2.74%

Five Years

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3.39%

Since Inception

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3.33%

Inception Date

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Mar. 01, 2006

HC Strategic Shares | The Short-Term Municipal Bond Portfolio | BofA Merrill Lynch 1-3 Year Municipal Bond Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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2.36%

Five Years

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3.54%

Since Inception

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3.53%

Inception Date

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Mar. 01, 2006

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.

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HC CAPITAL TRUST

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Strategic Shares | The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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Risk/Return [Heading]

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The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio

Objective [Heading]

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Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]

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The investment objective of The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio is to achieve above-average total return by investing in high yield securities commonly referred to as “junk bonds”.

Expense [Heading]

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Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]

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The fee tables below describe the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold HC Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]

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Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]

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Annual Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]

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Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]

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The Portfolio pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or “turns over” its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Portfolio shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Portfolio’s performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the Portfolio’s turnover was 104.25% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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104.25%

Expense Example [Heading]

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Example:

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]

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This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Portfolio with the cost of investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Portfolio for the time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example also assumes the reinvestment of all dividends and distributions in shares of the Portfolio and that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Portfolio’s operating expenses remain the same. Although your actual cost may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions, your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]

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Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]

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Under normal circumstances, the portfolio invests primarily (i.e., at least 80% of assets) in a portfolio of fixed income securities. In the unlikely event that a change in this investment policy is adopted by the Board of Trustees, shareholders will receive at least 60 days prior written notice before such change is implemented. A principal investment strategy of the Portfolio is to invest in high yield securities including “junk bonds”. Under normal circumstances, at least 50% of the Portfolio’s assets will be invested in junk bonds. These securities are fixed income securities that are rated below the fourth highest category assigned by one of the major independent rating agencies or are, in the view of the Specialist Manager, deemed to be of comparable quality. Such securities may include: corporate bonds, collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), collateralized bond obligations (CBOs) and collateralized debt obligations (CDOs) (expected to be limited to less than 15% of the Portfolio), agency and non-agency mortgage-backed securities, collateralized mortgage obligations, commercial mortgage-backed securities and asset-backed securities, REITs, foreign fixed income securities, including emerging market debt, convertible bonds, preferred stocks, treasury inflation bonds, loan participations, swaps and fixed and floating rate loans.

The Portfolio may invest in U.S. government securities, including but not limited to treasuries, agencies and commercial paper. The Portfolio may also hold a portion of its assets in cash or money market instruments in order to maintain liquidity or in the event that the Specialist Manager determines that securities meeting the Portfolio’s investment objective and policies are not otherwise readily available for purchase.

Consistent with its investment policies, the Portfolio may purchase and sell high yield securities. Purchases and sales of securities may be effected without regard to the effect on portfolio turnover. Securities purchased for the Portfolio will have varying maturities, but, under normal circumstances, the Portfolio will have an effective dollar weighted average portfolio maturity of between 5 and 10 years. The Portfolio may engage in transactions involving “derivative instruments” both in order to hedge against fluctuations in the market value of the securities in which the Portfolio invests and to achieve market exposure pending investment.

The performance benchmark for this Portfolio is the Barclays Capital U.S. High Yield Ba/B 2% Issuer Capped Index, an unmanaged index of high yield securities that is widely recognized as an indicator of the performance of such securities. The Specialist Managers actively manage the interest rate risk of the Portfolio relative to this benchmark.

The Portfolio is authorized to operate on a multi-manager basis. This means that a single Portfolio may be managed by more than one Specialist Manager. The multi-manager structure is generally designed to provide investors access to broadly diversified investment styles. The Trust seeks to engage skilled Specialist Managers to provide a broad exposure to the relevant asset class and returns in excess of the Portfolio’s benchmark over time.

Risk [Heading]

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]

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• Call/Prepayment Risk – When interest rates are declining, issuers of securities held by the Portfolio may prepay principal earlier than scheduled. As a result of this risk, the Portfolio may have to reinvest these prepayments at those lower rates, thus reducing its income. Mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities are especially sensitive to prepayment.

• Credit Risk – An investment in the Portfolio also involves the risk that the issuer of a fixed income security will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, or that the value of the security will decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. Credit risk is greater for lower quality or “junk bonds.” In addition, the securities of many U.S. Government agencies, authorities or instrumentalities in which the Portfolio may invest are neither issued nor guaranteed by the U.S. Government, and may be supported only by the ability of the issuer to borrow from the U.S. Treasury or by the credit of the issuer.

• Derivative Risk – The value of derivative instruments may rise or fall more rapidly than other investments, and there is a risk that the Portfolio may lose more than the original amount invested in the derivative instrument. Some derivative instruments also involve the risk that other parties to the derivative contract may fail to meet their obligations, which could cause losses to the Portfolio.

• Emerging Markets Risk – Risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations. Such investments are often less liquid and/or more volatile than securities issued by companies located in developed nations, such as the United States, Canada and those included in the MSCI EAFE Index. Certain types of securities, including emerging market securities, are subject to the risk that the securities may not be sold at the quoted market price within a reasonable period of time.

• Extension Risk – These securities are also subject to the risk that payment on the loans underlying the securities held by the Portfolio will be made more slowly when interest rates are rising. This could cause the market value of the securities to decline.

• Floating Rate Loans Risk – The risks associated with floating rate loans are similar to the risks of below investment grade securities. Changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations. In addition, the value of the collateral securing the loan may decline, causing a loan to be substantially unsecured. The sale and purchase of a bank loan are subject to the requirements of the underlying credit agreement governing such bank loan. These requirements may limit the eligible pool of potential bank loan holders by placing conditions or restrictions on sales and purchases of bank loans. Further, bank loans are not traded on an exchange and purchasers and sellers of bank loans rely on market makers, usually the administrative agent for a particular bank loan, to trade bank loans. These factors, in addition to overall market volatility, may negatively impact the liquidity of loans. Difficulty in selling a floating rate loan may result in a loss. Borrowers may pay back principal before the scheduled due date when interest rates decline, which may require the Portfolio to replace a particular loan with a lower-yielding security. There may be less extensive public information available with respect to loans than for rated, registered or exchange listed securities. The Portfolio may assume the credit risk of the primary lender in addition to the borrower, and investments in loan assignments may involve the risks of being a lender.

• Foreign Securities Risk – Investments in securities issued by non-U.S. companies and/or non-U.S. governments and their agencies, may be adversely affected by the lack of timely or reliable financial information, political, social and/or economic developments abroad and differences between U.S. and foreign regulatory requirements and market practices. Securities denominated in foreign currencies are subject to the risk that the value of the foreign currency will decline in relation to the U.S. dollar and transaction expenses related to foreign securities, including custody fees, are generally more costly than transaction expenses for domestic securities. Additionally, risks associated with foreign investments may be intensified in the case of investments in emerging market countries, whose political, legal and economic systems are less developed and less stable than those of more developed nations.

• High Yield Bond Risk – High yield bonds are considered speculative under traditional investment standards. Prices of these securities will rise and fall primarily in response to changes in the issuer’s financial health, although changes in market interest rates also will affect prices. High yield bonds may also experience reduced liquidity, and sudden and substantial decreases in price, during certain market conditions.

• Interest Rate Risk – One of the primary risks associated with an investment in the Portfolio is the risk that the value of fixed income securities held in the Portfolio will decline with changes in interest rates. Prices of fixed income securities with longer effective maturities are more sensitive to interest rate changes than those with shorter effective maturities. Accordingly, the yield of the Portfolio can be expected to be somewhat more volatile in response to changes in interest rates than shorter-term investment vehicles.

• Liquidity Risk – At times, certain securities may be difficult or impossible to sell at the price that would normally prevail in the market. The seller may have to lower the price, sell other securities instead or forego an investment opportunity, any of which could have a negative effect on Portfolio management or performance. This includes the risk of missing out on an investment opportunity because the assets necessary to take advantage of it are tied up in less advantageous investments.

• Loan Participation Risk – Loan participations typically will result in a Portfolio having a contractual relationship only with the lender, not with the borrower. In connection with purchasing loan participations, a Portfolio generally will have no right to enforce compliance by the borrower with the terms of the loan agreement relating to the loan, nor any rights of set-off against the borrower, and a Portfolio may not benefit directly from any collateral supporting the loan in which it has purchased the participation. As a result, a Portfolio will assume the credit risk of both the borrower and the lender that is selling the participation. A Portfolio may have difficulty disposing of loan participations as the market for such instruments is not highly liquid.

• Management Risk – The risk that investment strategies employed in the investment selection process may not result in an increase in the value of your investment or in overall performance equal to other investments.

• Market Risk – The value of the securities held by a Portfolio may decline in response to general market and economic conditions or conditions that affect specific market sectors or individual companies.

• Multi-Manager Risk – The risk that the Trust may be unable to (a) identify and retain Specialist Managers who achieve superior investment records relative to other similar investments, (b) pair Specialist Managers that have complementary investment styles, or (c) effectively allocate Portfolio assets among Specialist Managers to enhance the return and reduce the volatility that would typically be expected of any one management style. A multi-manager Portfolio may, under certain circumstances, incur trading costs that might not occur in a Portfolio that is served by a single Specialist Manager.

There is no guarantee that the Portfolio will meet its goals. It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

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It is possible to lose money by investing in the Portfolio.

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Performance Bar Chart and Table

Performance.

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The chart and table below show how The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each of the last ten full calendar years. The table accompanying the bar chart compares the Portfolio’s performance over time on a before and after-tax basis to that of a broad based market index. Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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The chart and table below show how The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio has performed, and how its performance has varied, from year to year. The bar chart shows returns on a before-tax basis and gives some indication of risk by showing changes in the Portfolio’s yearly performance for each of the last ten full calendar years.

Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]

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Of course, past performance, before and after taxes, does not indicate how the Portfolio will perform in the future.

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Year-by-Year Total Returns as of 12/31

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The Portfolio’s HC Strategic Shares before-tax return for the period from January 1, 2012 through September 30, 2012 (non-annualized) was 12.02%.

Best quarter:	2nd Qtr. 2009	11.28%
Worst quarter:	4th Qtr. 2008	(13.06)%

Performance Table Heading

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Average Annual Total Returns
(for the periods ended 12/31/11)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Rate

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes.

Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferred

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Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

Performance Table Narrative

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After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual Federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state and local taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor’s tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold Portfolio shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as qualified retirement plans.

HC Strategic Shares | The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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Maximum Sales Charges

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none

Maximum Redemption Fee

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none

Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")

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0.39%

Other Expenses

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0.08%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.47%

1 Year

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48

3 Years

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151

5 Years

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263

10 Years

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591

2002

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(5.18%)

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2003

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23.01%

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2004

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7.80%

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2005

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1.32%

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2006

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7.96%

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2007

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3.07%

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2008

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(18.94%)

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2009

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35.77%

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2010

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15.35%

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2011

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4.58%

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Year to Date Return, Label

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before-tax return

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2012

Bar Chart, Year to Date Return

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12.02%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Jun. 30, 2009

Highest Quarterly Return

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11.28%

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Dec. 31, 2008

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(13.06%)

One Year

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4.58%

Five Years

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6.48%

Ten Years

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6.53%

HC Strategic Shares | The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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1.81%

Five Years

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3.54%

Ten Years

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3.84%

HC Strategic Shares | The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio | - After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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2.97%

Five Years

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3.75%

Ten Years

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3.94%

HC Strategic Shares | The Fixed Income Opportunity Portfolio | Barclays Capital U.S. High Yield Ba/B 2% Issuer Capped Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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6.03%

Five Years

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7.12%

Ten Years

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8.14%

[1] Results shown on a calendar year basis; the Portfolio's fiscal year, however, is June 30.