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Kristin Schantz Assistant Vice President 100 Summer St.
Suite 1500
Boston, MA 02110

November 13, 2012

VIA EDGAR

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

Division of Investment Management

100 F Street, N. E.

Washington, D.C. 20549

HC Capital Trust (“Registrant”)

1933 Act Registration No. 33-87762

1940 Act Registration No. 811-8918

Filing pursuant to Rule 497(c)

Dear Sir or Madam:

As Administrator on behalf of the Registrant, we are filing the interactive data file included as an exhibit to this filing, that relates to the amended prospectuses for The Core Fixed Income Portfolio and The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio that were filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission pursuant to Rule 497(c) under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, on November 2, 2012 (Accession No.0001193125-12-448388), which is incorporated herein by reference.

Questions related to this filing may be directed to my attention at (617) 824-1514.

Sincerely,

/s/ Kristin Schantz

Kristin Schantz

Assistant Vice President

cc: Laura Corsell, Esq – Montgomery, McCracken, Walker & Rhoads LLP

Robert Zion – Hirtle Callaghan & Co, Inc.

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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 Operating Expenses	HC Advisors Shares The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio
Management Fees	0.11%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.08%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.44%

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	45
3 Years	141
5 Years	246
10 Years	555

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	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 Strategic 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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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.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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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:

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Principal Investment Strategies

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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.

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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.

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. 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.

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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 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.

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 1.92%.

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

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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 U.S. Government 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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0.11%

Other Expenses

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0.08%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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0.19%

1 Year

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19

3 Years

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61

5 Years

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107

10 Years

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243

2011

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8.71%

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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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1.92%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2011

Highest Quarterly Return

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5.82%

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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(0.12%)

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 Strategic Shares | The U.S. Government 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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5.85%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

HC Strategic Shares | The U.S. Government 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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5.64%

Since Inception

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5.28%

Inception Date

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Dec. 06, 2010

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

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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 Advisors Shares | The Core Fixed Income Portfolio

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The Core Fixed Income Portfolio

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Investment Objective

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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)

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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 64.20% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Rate

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64.20%

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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

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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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0.08%

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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7.74%

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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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4.20%

Highest Quarterly Return, Label

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Best quarter:

Highest Quarterly Return, Date

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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

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Mar. 31, 2011

Lowest Quarterly Return

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0.10%

One Year

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7.74%

Since Inception

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5.65%

Inception Date

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Jul. 06, 2010

HC Advisors Shares | The Core Fixed Income Portfolio | After Taxes on Distributions | HC Advisors Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

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6.12%

Since Inception

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3.92%

Inception Date

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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:

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One Year

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5.64%

Since Inception

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4.03%

Inception Date

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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:

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One Year

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7.84%

Since Inception

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5.90%

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 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")	0.21%
Distribution and/or Service (12b-1) Fees	0.25%
Other Expenses	0.08%
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 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	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 64.20% 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

Prospectus Date

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Nov. 01, 2012

HC Strategic Shares | The Core Fixed Income Portfolio

Risk/Return:

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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 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 64.20% 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 (i.e., 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 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 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 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 4.30%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2009	4.49%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2008	(2.91)%

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 Core Fixed Income 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

0.08%

Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses

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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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7.97%

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2003

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3.46%

^[1]

2004

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4.32%

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2005

rr_AnnualReturn2005

2.36%

^[1]

2006

rr_AnnualReturn2006

3.97%

^[1]

2007

rr_AnnualReturn2007

6.82%

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2008

rr_AnnualReturn2008

(0.67%)

^[1]

2009

rr_AnnualReturn2009

8.89%

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2010

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6.86%

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2011

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7.73%

^[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

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4.30%

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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4.49%

Lowest Quarterly Return, Label

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Worst quarter:

Lowest Quarterly Return, Date

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Sep. 30, 2008

Lowest Quarterly Return

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(2.91%)

One Year

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7.73%

Five Years

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5.87%

Ten Years

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5.13%

HC Strategic Shares | The Core Fixed Income Portfolio | After Taxes on Distributions | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

6.12%

Five Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05

4.16%

Ten Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear10

3.36%

HC Strategic Shares | The Core Fixed Income Portfolio | After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | HC Strategic Shares

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

5.63%

Five Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05

4.07%

Ten Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear10

3.36%

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

Risk/Return:

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One Year

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear01

7.84%

Five Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05

6.50%

Ten Years

rr_AverageAnnualReturnYear10

5.78%

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

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	Nov. 01, 2012
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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	0.11%
Other Expenses	0.08%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.19%

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	19
3 Years	61
5 Years	107
10 Years	243

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 U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

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The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio

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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.

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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.

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Performance.

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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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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.

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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 1.92%.

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

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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.

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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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0.11%

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0.25%

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0.08%

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0.44%

1 Year

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45

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141

5 Years

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246

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555

2011

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1.92%

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Best quarter:

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7.49%

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5.85%

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HC Advisors Shares | After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares | The U.S. Government Fixed Income Securities Portfolio | HC Advisors Shares

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5.64%

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5.28%

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Dec. 06, 2010

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

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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 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 Strategic Shares of the Portfolio.

Shareholder Fees
(fees paid directly from your investment)

Shareholder Fees	HC Strategic 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 Strategic Shares The Core Fixed Income Portfolio
Management Fees (based on asset allocations among Specialist Managers, see "Advisory Services - Specialist Managers")	0.21%
Other Expenses	0.08%
Total Annual Portfolio Operating Expenses	0.29%

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 Core Fixed Income Portfolio
1 Year	30
3 Years	93
5 Years	163
10 Years	368

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 (i.e., 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 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 4.30%.

Best quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2009	4.49%
Worst quarter:	3rd Qtr. 2008	(2.91)%

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 Core Fixed Income Portfolio	7.73%	5.87%	5.13%
The Core Fixed Income Portfolio After Taxes on Distributions	6.12%	4.16%	3.36%
The Core Fixed Income Portfolio After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Portfolio Shares	5.63%	4.07%	3.36%
The Core Fixed Income Portfolio Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)	7.84%	6.50%	5.78%

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.