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AS FILED WITH THE U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON MAY 28, 2010
File No. 033-45671
File No. 811-06557
U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM N-1A
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REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES |
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ACT OF 1933
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POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 81 |
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REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE INVESTMENT |
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COMPANY ACT OF 1940
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AMENDMENT NO. 83 |
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RIDGEWORTH FUNDS (formerly, STI Classic Funds)
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)
155 Federal Street, Suite 700
Boston, Massachusetts 02110
(Address of Principal Executive Offices, Zip Code)
Registrants Telephone Number, including Area Code: 1-888-784-3863
Julia R. Short, President
RidgeWorth Funds
50 Hurt Plaza
Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30303
(Name and Address of Agent for Service)
Copies to:
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Richard W. Grant, Esquire
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W. John McGuire, Esquire
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Jennifer English |
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
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Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
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Senior Vice President |
1701 Market Street
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1111 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
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Citi Fund Services Ohio, Inc. |
Philadelphia, PA 19103
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Washington, DC 20004
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100 Summer St. Suite 1500 |
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Boston, MA 02110 |
It is proposed that this filing become effective (check appropriate box):
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Immediately upon filing pursuant to paragraph (b) |
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On [date] pursuant to paragraph (b) |
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60 days after filing pursuant to paragraph (a)(1) |
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On July 29, 2010 pursuant to paragraph (a)(1) |
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75 days after filing pursuant to paragraph (a)(2) |
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On [date] pursuant to paragraph (a)(2) of Rule 485 |
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this post-effective amendment designates a new effective date for a previously filed post-
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Prospectus
August 1, 2010
RidgeWorth Funds
Investment Adviser: RidgeWorth Investments® (the trade name of RidgeWorth Capital
Management, Inc.)
The Securities and Exchange Commission has not approved or disapproved these securities or passed
upon the adequacy of this prospectus. Any representation to the contrary is a criminal offense.
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Corporate |
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Class A |
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Class B |
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Class C |
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Class R |
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Class I |
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Institutional |
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Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy |
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SLAAX |
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SLABX |
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CLVLX |
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CVMGX |
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Aggressive
Growth Stock Fund |
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SAGAX |
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SCATX |
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Conservative Allocation Strategy |
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SVCAX |
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SCCBX |
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SCCLX |
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SCCTX |
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Corporate Bond Fund |
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SAINX |
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STIFX |
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STICX |
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Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
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SCEAX |
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SEGTX |
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Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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SGTEX |
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SGATX |
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Growth Allocation Strategy |
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SGIAX |
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SGIBX |
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SGILX |
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CLVGX |
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High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
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SFLTX |
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SCFTX |
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High Income Fund |
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SAHIX |
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STHIX |
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STHTX |
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Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund |
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CICXX |
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Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund |
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CMRXX |
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Institutional U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
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CRGXX |
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Institutional U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market Fund |
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CIUXX |
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Intermediate Bond Fund |
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IBASX |
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IBLSX |
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SAMIX |
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International Equity 130/30 Fund |
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SIELX |
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SCEIX |
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International Equity Fund |
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SCIIX |
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STITX |
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International Equity Index Fund |
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SIIIX |
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SIEIX |
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Investment Grade Bond Fund |
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STGIX |
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SCIGX |
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STIGX |
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Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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SISIX |
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STTBX |
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Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
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CFVIX |
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CVIBX |
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CRVAX |
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Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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STCIX |
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STCFX |
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STCAX |
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Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund |
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SQEAX |
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SQETX |
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Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
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SVIIX |
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SVIFX |
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STVTX |
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Limited Duration Fund |
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SAMLX |
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Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
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SLTMX |
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SCLFX |
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SLMTX |
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Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
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SMMAX |
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CMDTX |
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Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
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SCAIX |
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SCMEX |
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SAGTX |
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Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
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SAMVX |
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SMVFX |
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SMVTX |
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Moderate Allocation Strategy |
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SVMAX |
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SVGBX |
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SVGLX |
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CLVBX |
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North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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SNCIX |
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CNCFX |
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Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
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SQIXX |
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SQFXX |
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SQTXX |
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Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
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SREGX |
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SRIEX |
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Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund |
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SFRAX |
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SFRCX |
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SAMBX |
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Seix Global Strategy Fund |
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CGSAX |
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CGSIX |
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Seix High Yield Fund |
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HYPSX |
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HYLSX |
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SAMHX |
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Select Large Cap Growth Stock |
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SXSAX |
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STTFX |
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STTAX |
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Short-Term Bond Fund |
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STSBX |
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SCBSX |
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SSBTX |
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Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund |
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STSFX |
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SSUSX |
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SUSTX |
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Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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SCGIX |
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SSCFX |
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SSCTX |
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Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
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SASVX |
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STCEX |
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SCETX |
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Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund |
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SEIXX |
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STTXX |
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Total Return Bond Fund |
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CBPSX |
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SCBLX |
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SAMFX |
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U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
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SUEAX |
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SUEIX |
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U.S. Government Securities Fund |
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SCUSX |
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SGUSX |
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SUGTX |
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U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
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SUIXX |
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STUXX |
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U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
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SIGVX |
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U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund |
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SATXX |
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CUSXX |
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Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
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SISSX |
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Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund |
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CVIAX |
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CRVTX |
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Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund |
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CIAXX |
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CFMXX |
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[Table of Contents to be Provided]
Aggressive Growth Stock Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Aggressive Growth Stock Fund (the Fund) seeks long-term capital appreciation.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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Shareholder Fees |
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Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
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Management Fees |
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Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
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Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks
and other U.S. traded equity securities. U.S. traded equity securities may include American
Depositary Receipts (ADRs). The Fund may invest in companies of any size.
The Fund invests primarily in common stocks of companies that exhibit strong growth
characteristics. In selecting investments for purchase and sale, Zevenbergen Capital
Investments LLC (the Subadviser) uses a fundamental research approach to identify companies
with favorable prospects for future revenue, earnings, and/or cash flow growth. Growth
drivers are identified for each company and become critical to the ongoing evaluation
process. Industry growth dynamics, company competitive positioning, pricing flexibility, and
diversified product offerings are evaluated, providing the foundation for further fundamental
research to determine the weighting of the Funds investments. Generally the Fund will hold a
limited number of securities.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited
extent, derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for
a purchase or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed
to reduce exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the
Funds securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Limited Number of Holdings Risk: Because the Fund targets holdings of a more limited number of
stocks, performance may be more volatile than a similar fund with a greater number of holdings
or the Funds respective benchmark.
Style Risk (Growth Stock): Growth stocks typically are sensitive to market movements because
their market prices tend to reflect future expectations. When it appears those expectations
will not be met, the prices of growth stocks typically fall.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other segments
of the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of a
larger company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited
resources, products and markets. They may be less liquid.
ADR Risk: Because the Fund may invest in ADRs, it is subject to some of the same risks as
direct investments in foreign companies. These include the risk that political and economic
events unique to a country or region will affect those markets and their issuers.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
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Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the Russell 3000® Growth Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and
assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend
on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to
investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or
individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax
returns for other classes will vary.
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[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC is
the Funds subadviser.
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Portfolio Management
Ms. Nancy Zevenbergen, CFA, CIC, President and Chief Investment Officer of the Subadviser, Ms.
Brooke de Boutray, CFA, CIC, Managing Director, Portfolio Manager and Analyst of the Subadviser,
and Ms. Leslie Tubbs, CFA, CIC, Managing Director, Portfolio Manager and Analyst of the Subadviser,
have co-managed the Fund since the Funds inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amount for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Emerging Growth Stock Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Emerging Growth Stock Fund (the Fund) seeks long-term capital appreciation.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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Shareholder Fees |
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(fees paid directly from your investment) |
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Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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Management Fees |
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Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
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Other Expenses |
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Fee Waivers and Expense Reimbursements* |
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The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive fees and reimburse
expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total Annual Fund Operating
Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute dividend expenses on
securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and acquired fund fees and expenses) from
exceeding 1.54% and 1.24% for the Class A and I Shares, respectively. This agreement
shall terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory Agreement between the
Trust and the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written notice to the Adviser by
the Trust. |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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I Shares
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks and
other U.S. traded equity securities. U.S. traded equity securities may include American Depositary
Receipts (ADRs). The Fund invests primarily in stocks of small and mid-cap growth companies.
Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC (the Subadviser) considers small and mid-cap growth companies
to be primarily companies with market capitalizations from $300 million up to the highest
capitalization of those companies included in the Russell Midcap® Growth Index (and as annually
reconstituted.) As of July 1, 2010, the highest capitalization of a company in the Russell Midcap®
Growth Index was approximately [$] billion. The Subadviser emphasizes initial investment in
companies with market capitalizations of $5 billion or less.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser looks for companies that exhibit
strong growth characteristics. Using a fundamental research approach, the Subadviser identifies
companies with favorable prospects for future revenue, earnings, and/or cash flow growth. Growth
drivers are identified for each company and become critical to the ongoing evaluation process.
Industry growth dynamics, company competitive positioning, pricing flexibility, and diversified
product offerings are evaluated, providing the foundation for further fundamental research to
determine the weighting of the Funds investments. Generally, the Fund will hold a limited number
of securities.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the Funds
securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Limited Number of Holdings Risk: Because the Fund targets holdings of a more limited number of
stocks, performance may be more volatile than a similar fund with a greater number of holdings or
the Funds respective benchmark.
Style Risk (Growth Stock): Growth stocks typically are sensitive to market movements because their
market prices tend to reflect future expectations. When it appears those expectations will not be
met, the prices of growth stocks typically fall.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other segments of
the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of a larger
company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited resources,
products and markets. They may be less liquid.
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ADR Risk: Because the Fund may invest in ADRs, it is subject to some of the same risks as direct
investments in foreign companies. These include the risk that political and economic events unique
to a county or region will affect those markets and their issuers.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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[ ]%
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[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
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* |
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the Russell Midcap® Growth Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges
and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend
on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to
investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or
individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax
returns for other classes will vary.
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Russell Midcap® Growth Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes) |
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46.29 |
% |
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2.40 |
% |
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4.00 |
% |
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[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC is
the Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Ms. Nancy Zevenbergen, CFA, CIC, President and Chief Investment Officer of the Subadviser, Ms.
Brooke de Boutray, CFA, CIC, Managing Director, Portfolio Manager and Analyst of the Subadviser,
and Ms. Leslie Tubbs, CFA, CIC, Managing Director, Portfolio Manager and Analyst of the Subadviser,
have co-managed the Fund since the Funds inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amount for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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Class |
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Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
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$ |
2,000 |
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I Shares |
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None |
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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International Equity 130/30 Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The International Equity 130/30 Fund (the Fund) seeks long-term capital appreciation.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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Shareholder Fees |
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(fees paid directly from your investment) |
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Class A |
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Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
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5.75 |
% |
|
None |
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|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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(expenses that you pay each year as a |
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percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
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|
1.25 |
% |
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|
1.25 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
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|
0.30 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
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|
|
-Dividend Expense on Short Sales |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
-Other Operating Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Total Other Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Fee Waivers and Expense Reimbursements* |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Net Annual Operating Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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(*) |
|
The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive fees and reimburse
expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total Annual Fund Operating
Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute dividend expenses on
securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and acquired fund fees and expenses) from
exceeding 1.85% and 1.55% for the Class A and I Shares, respectively. This agreement
shall terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory Agreement between the
Trust and the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written notice to the Adviser by
the Trust. |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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1 Year |
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10 Years |
A Shares
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$[ ]
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$[ ]
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$[ ]
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$[ ] |
I Shares
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$[ ]
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$[ ]
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$[ ]
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$[ ] |
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks
and other equity securities of non-U.S. companies. The Fund may invest in companies of any size
and in both developed and emerging markets. The Fund may also invest in exchange-traded funds
(ETFs)
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, Alpha Equity Management LLC (the Subadviser)
uses a proprietary quantitative process. The stock selection model emphasizes characteristics
such as relative value, analyst sentiment, earnings quality, long-term price momentum, and
short-term price reversal. The Fund holds a diversified portfolio to reduce stock-specific
risk. Portfolio construction is driven by the Subadvisers daily assessment of expected return,
transaction cost, and risk for each of the securities in the Funds investment universe. The
Subadviser focuses on bottom-up stock selection and does not emphasize macro forecasts of
overall market returns, growth versus value returns, or large capitalization versus small
capitalization returns.
The Fund pursues its investment goal by establishing long and short positions in equity
securities. The Fund normally takes long positions in stocks that the Subadviser believes have
the highest utility and normally takes short positions in stocks that it believes have the
lowest utility. Utility is defined as an individual securitys expected return from its
exposure to the return factors in the stock selection model less expected transaction costs and
risk penalties. The Fund normally holds long positions in equity securities with an aggregate
value of approximately 130% (within a range of 100% to 150%) of its net assets. In addition,
the Fund normally establishes short positions in equity securities with a market value of
approximately 30% (within a range of 0% to 50%) of its net assets. The Fund is generally
managed to be 100% net long. When the Fund establishes a long position, it purchases the
security outright. When the Fund establishes a short position, it sells a security that it does
not own and settles the sale by borrowing the same stock from a lender. To close out the short
position, the Fund subsequently buys back the same security in the market and returns it to the
lender. The Fund makes money on a short position if the market price of the security goes down
after the short sale. Conversely, if the price of the stock goes up after the short sale, the
Fund will lose money on that position because it will have to pay more to replace the borrowed
security that it received when it sold the security short. When borrowing a security for
delivery to a buyer, the Fund also may be required to pay a fee and other transaction costs,
which would increase the cost of the security sold short.
The Fund typically uses the cash generated from the short sale to purchase additional
securities, which allows the Fund to maintain long positions in excess of 100% of the Funds
net assets. Alternatively, the Fund may achieve the same result by borrowing money from banks
and using the proceeds to purchase additional securities. Each of these investment techniques
is known as leverage.
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When the Fund enters into a short sale, it is required to pledge assets as collateral to secure
the Funds obligation to cover the short position held by the broker.
Until the Fund replaces a borrowed security, it is also required to maintain a segregated
account of cash or liquid assets with a broker or custodian to cover the Funds short position.
Securities held in a segregated account cannot be sold while the position they are covering is
outstanding, unless they are replaced with similar securities. This may limit the Funds
investment flexibility, as well as its ability to meet redemption requests or other current
obligations.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited
extent, derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for
a purchase or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed
to reduce exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The Funds
securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Foreign Investment Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency
fluctuations, economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial
information and unfavorable political or legal developments. These risks are increased for
investments in emerging markets. The Fund is also subject to the risk that foreign common
stocks may underperform other segments of the equity market or the equity market as a whole.
Foreign Currency Risk: Changes in foreign currency exchange rates will affect the value
of what the fund owns and the price of the Funds shares. Generally, when the U.S. dollar rises
in value against a foreign currency, an investment in that country loses value because that
currency is worth fewer U.S. dollars. Currency trends are unpredictable and currency rates may
fluctuate significantly for a number of reasons, including changes in interest rates,
intervention (or failure to intervene) by U.S. or foreign governments or central banks, or by
currency controls or political developments.
Short Sales Risk: If the price of a stock goes up after a short sale, the Fund will
lose money because it will have to pay more to replace the borrowed stock than it received when
it sold the stock short. The amount of loss on a short sale is theoretically unlimited, as
there is no maximum attainable price of the shorted security.
Leverage Risk: The Funds short sales effectively leverage the Funds assets. It is
possible that the Fund may lose money on both long and short positions at the same time. The
Funds assets that are used as collateral to secure the short sales may decrease in value while
the short positions are outstanding, which may force the Fund to use its other assets to
increase the collateral. Leverage also creates interest expense that may decrease the Funds
overall returns.
Borrowing Risk: If the Fund borrows money from banks for investment purposes, the
Funds borrowing activities will amplify any increase or decrease in the Funds net asset
value. The interest which the Fund must pay on borrowed money will reduce and may eliminate any
net investment profits.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other
segments of the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than
stocks of a larger
11
company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited resources,
products and markets. They may be less liquid.
Large Company Risk: Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the
equity market or the equity market as a whole. Large capitalization companies may be less
flexible in evolving markets or unable to implement change as quickly as smaller capitalization
companies.
Exchange Traded Fund Risk: The risk of owning shares of an ETF generally reflects the
risk of owning the underlying securities the ETF is designed to track. Liquidity in an ETF
could result in more volatility than ownership of the underlying portfolio of securities. In
addition, because of ETF management expenses, compared to owning the underlying securities
directly, it may be more costly to own an ETF.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to
additional volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the FTSE All World Index ex-US. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and
assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend
on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to
investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or
individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax
returns for other classes will vary.
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Since Inception |
|
|
|
|
|
|
on December |
|
|
1 Year |
|
26, 2007 |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
FTSE All-World Index ex-US (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes) |
|
|
43.33 |
% |
|
|
-11.42 |
% |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Alpha Equity Management LLC is the Funds
subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Kevin Means, CFA, Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer of the Subadviser, Mr. Vince
Fioramonti, CFA, Partner and Director of Trading and Portfolio Operations of the Subadviser, and
Mr. Neil Kochen, CFA, Partner, Chief Risk Officer and Asset Allocation Strategist of the
Subadviser, have co-managed the Fund since the Funds inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amount for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$ |
2,000 |
|
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Real Estate 130/30 Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Real Estate 130/30 Fund (the Fund) seeks long-term capital appreciation.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
1.25 |
% |
|
|
1.25 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
-Dividend Expense on Short Sales |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
-Other Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Fee Waivers and Expense Reimbursements* |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Net Annual Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
|
(*) |
|
The Adviser and the Subadviser have contractually agreed to waive fees
and reimburse expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total Annual
Operating Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute dividend
expenses on securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and acquired fund fees and
expenses) from exceeding 1.75% and 1.45%for the Class A and I Shares, respectively.
This agreement shall terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory
Agreement between the Trust and the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written
notice to the Adviser by the Trust. |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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1 Year |
|
3 Years |
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5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ] |
I Shares
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ] |
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks of
REITs and companies principally engaged in the real estate industry. Alpha Equity Management LLC
(the Subadviser) considers a company to be principally engaged in the real estate industry if it
derives at least 50% of its revenues from the ownership, construction, management, financing or
sale of commercial, industrial or residential real estate or has at least 50% of its assets in such
real estate. The Fund may invest in companies of any size and may also invest in exchange-traded
funds (ETFs).
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser uses a proprietary quantitative
process. The stock selection model emphasizes characteristics such as relative value, analyst
sentiment, earnings quality, long-term price momentum, and short-term price reversal. Portfolio
construction is driven by the Subadvisers daily assessment of expected return, transaction costs,
and risk for each of the securities in the Funds investment universe. The Subadviser focuses on
bottom-up stock selection and does not emphasize macro forecasts of overall market returns, growth
versus value returns, or large capitalization versus small capitalization returns.
The Fund pursues its investment goal by establishing long and short positions in equity securities.
The Fund normally takes long positions in stocks that the Subadviser believes have the highest
utility and normally takes short positions in stocks that it believes have the lowest utility.
Utility is defined as an individual securitys expected return from its exposure to the return
factors in the stock selection model less expected transaction costs and risk penalties. The Fund
normally holds long positions in equity securities with an aggregate value of approximately 130%
(within a range of 100% to 150%) of its net assets. In addition, the Fund normally establishes
short positions in equity securities with a market value of approximately 30% (within a range of 0%
to 50%) of its net assets. The Fund is generally managed to be 100% net long. When the Fund
establishes a long position, it purchases the security outright. When the Fund establishes a short
position, it sells a security that it does not own and settles the sale by borrowing the same stock
from a lender. To close out the short position, the Fund subsequently buys back the same security
in the market and returns it to the lender. The Fund makes money on a short position if the market
price of the security goes down after the short sale. Conversely, if the price of the stock goes up
after the short sale, the Fund will lose money on that position because it will have to pay more to
replace the borrowed security that it received when it sold the security short. When borrowing a
security for delivery to a buyer, the Fund also may be required to pay a fee and other transaction
costs, which would increase the cost of the security sold short.
The Fund typically uses the cash generated from the short sale to purchase additional securities,
which allows the Fund to maintain long positions in excess of 100% of the Funds net assets.
Alternatively, the
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Fund may achieve the same result by borrowing money from banks and using the proceeds to purchase
additional securities. Each of these investment techniques is known as leverage.
When the Fund enters into a short sale, it is required to pledge assets as collateral to secure the
Funds obligation to cover the short position held by the broker.
Until the Fund replaces a borrowed security, it is also required to maintain a segregated account
of cash or liquid assets with a broker or custodian to cover the Funds short position. Securities
held in a segregated account cannot be sold while the position they are covering is outstanding,
unless they are replaced with similar securities. This may limit the Funds investment flexibility,
as well as its ability to meet redemption requests or other current obligations.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Real Estate Risk: An investment in the Fund may be subject to many of the same risks as a direct
investment in real estate and the real estate owned by the companies in which it invests. These
risks include changes in economic conditions, interest rates, credit risk, property values,
property tax increases, overbuilding and increased competition, increasing vacancies or declining
rents, environmental contamination, zoning and natural disasters.
Industry Concentration Risk: Because the Fund concentrates its investments in the real estate
industry, the Funds performance may be subject to greater risks and market fluctuations than a
portfolio investing in a broader range of securities. An investment in the Fund will be closely
linked to the performance of the real estate markets.
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the Funds
securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Short Sales Risk: If the price of a stock goes up after a short sale, the Fund will lose money
because it will have to pay more to replace the borrowed stock than it received when it sold the
stock short. The amount of loss on a short sale is theoretically unlimited, as there is no
maximum attainable price of the shorted security.
Leverage Risk: The Funds short sales effectively leverage the Funds assets. It is possible that
the Fund may lose money on both long and short positions at the same time. The Funds assets that
are used as collateral to secure the short sales may decrease in value while the short positions
are outstanding, which may force the Fund to use its other assets to increase the collateral.
Leverage also creates interest expense that may decrease the Funds overall returns.
Borrowing Risk: If the Fund borrows money from banks for investment purposes, the Funds borrowing
activities will amplify any increase or decrease in the Funds net asset value. The interest which
the Fund must pay on borrowed money will reduce and may eliminate any net investment profits.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other segments of
the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of a larger
company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited resources,
products and markets. They may be less liquid.
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Large Company Risk: Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the equity
market or the equity market as a whole. Large capitalization companies may be less flexible in
evolving markets or unable to implement change as quickly as smaller capitalization companies.
Exchange Traded Fund Risk: The risk of owning shares of an ETF generally reflects the risk of
owning the underlying securities the ETF is designed to track. Liquidity in an ETF could result in
more volatility than ownership of the underlying portfolio of securities. In addition, because of
ETF management expenses, compared to owning the underlying securities directly, it may be more
costly to own an ETF.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Non-Diversification Risk: The Fund is non-diversified, which means that it may invest in the
securities of relatively few issuers. As a result, the Fund may be more susceptible to a single
adverse economic or regulatory occurrence affecting one or more of these issuers, and may
experience increased volatility due to its investments in those securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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Best Quarter |
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Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
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[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
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[(DATE)] |
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|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the FTSE NAREIT Equity REITs Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges
and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend
on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to
investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or
individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax
returns for other classes will vary.
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on December |
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1 Year |
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26, 2007 |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
FTSE NAREIT Equity REITs Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes) |
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27.99 |
% |
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-10.72 |
% |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Alpha Equity Management LLC is the Funds
subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Kevin Means, CFA, Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer of the Subadviser, Mr. Vince
Fioramonti, CFA, Partner and Director of Trading and Portfolio Operations of the Subadviser, and
Mr. Neil Kochen, CFA, Partner, Chief Risk Officer and Asset Allocation Strategist of the
Subadviser, have co-managed the Fund since the Funds inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amount for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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Class |
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Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
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$ |
2,000 |
|
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund (the Fund) seeks long-term capital appreciation.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
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|
Shareholder Fees |
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|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
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|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
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|
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|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
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|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
1.10 |
% |
|
|
1.10 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
-Dividend Expense on Short Sales |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
-Other Operating Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Other Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Fee Waivers and Expense Reimbursements* |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Net Annual Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
(*) |
|
The Adviser and the Subadviser have contractually agreed to waive fees
and reimburse expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total Annual
Operating Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute dividend
expenses on securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and acquired fund fees and
expenses) from exceeding 1.60% and 1.30% for the Class A and I Shares, respectively.
This agreement shall terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory
Agreement between the Trust and the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written
notice to the Adviser by the Trust. |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares
|
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$[ ]
|
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$[ ]
|
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$[ ]
|
|
$[ ] |
I Shares
|
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$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
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|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ] |
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks and
other U.S. traded equity securities. U.S. traded equity securities may include American Depositary
Receipts (ADRs). The Fund may invest in companies of any size and may also invest in
exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, Alpha Equity Management LLC (the Subadviser) uses
a proprietary quantitative process. The stock selection model emphasizes characteristics such as
relative value, analyst sentiment, earnings quality, long-term price momentum, and short-term price
reversal. The Fund holds a diversified portfolio to reduce stock-specific risk. Portfolio
construction is driven by the Subadvisers daily assessment of expected return, transaction cost,
and risk for each of the securities in the Funds investment universe. The Subadviser focuses on
bottom-up stock selection and does not emphasize macro forecasts of overall market returns, growth
versus value returns, or large capitalization versus small capitalization returns.
The Fund pursues its investment goal by establishing long and short positions in equity securities.
The Fund normally takes long positions in stocks that the Subadviser believes have the highest
utility and normally takes short positions in stocks that it believes have the lowest utility.
Utility is defined as an individual securitys expected return from its exposure to the return
factors in the stock selection model less expected transaction costs and risk penalties. The Fund
normally holds long positions in equity securities with an aggregate value of approximately 130%
(within a range of 100% to 150%) of its net assets. In addition, the Fund normally establishes
short positions in equity securities with a market value of approximately 30% (within a range of 0%
to 50%) of its net assets. When the Fund establishes a long position, it purchases the security
outright. The Fund is generally managed to be 100% net long. When the Fund establishes a short
position, it sells a security that it does not own and settles the sale by borrowing the same stock
from a lender. To close out the short position, the Fund subsequently buys back the same security
in the market and returns it to the lender. The Fund makes money on a short position if the market
price of the security goes down after the short sale. Conversely, if the price of the stock goes up
after the short sale, the Fund will lose money on that position because it will have to pay more to
replace the borrowed security that it received when it sold the security short. When borrowing a
security for delivery to a buyer, the Fund also may be required to pay a fee and other transaction
costs, which would increase the cost of the security sold short.
The Fund typically uses the cash generated from the short sale to purchase additional securities,
which allows the Fund to maintain long positions in excess of 100% of the Funds net assets.
Alternatively, the Fund may achieve the same result by borrowing money from banks and using the
proceeds to purchase additional securities. Each of these investment techniques is known as
leverage.
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When the Fund enters into a short sale, it is required to pledge assets as collateral to
secure the Funds obligation to cover the short position held by the broker.
Until the Fund replaces a borrowed security, it is also required to maintain a segregated account
of cash or liquid assets with a broker or custodian to cover the Funds short position. Securities
held in a segregated account cannot be sold while the position they are covering is outstanding,
unless they are replaced with similar securities. This may limit the Funds investment flexibility,
as well as its ability to meet redemption requests or other current obligations.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the Funds securities
may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Short Sales Risk: If the price of a stock goes up after a short sale, the Fund will lose money
because it will have to pay more to replace the borrowed stock than it received when it sold the
stock short. The amount of loss on a short sale is theoretically unlimited, as there is no
maximum attainable price of the shorted security.
Leverage Risk: The Funds short sales effectively leverage the Funds assets. It is possible that
the Fund may lose money on both long and short positions at the same time. The Funds assets that
are used as collateral to secure the short sales may decrease in value while the short positions
are outstanding, which may force the Fund to use its other assets to increase the collateral.
Leverage also creates interest expense that may decrease the Funds overall returns.
Borrowing Risk: If the Fund borrows money from banks for investment purposes, the Funds borrowing
activities will amplify any increase or decrease in the Funds net asset value. The interest which
the Fund must pay on borrowed money will reduce and may eliminate any net investment profits.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other segments
of the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of a
larger company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited
resources, products and markets. They may be less liquid.
Large Company Risk: Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the equity
market or the equity market as a whole. Large capitalization companies may be less flexible in
evolving markets or unable to implement change as quickly as smaller capitalization companies.
ADR Risk: Because the Fund may invest in ADRs, it is subject to some of the same risks as direct
investments in foreign companies. These include the risk that political and economic events unique
to a country or region will affect those markets and their issuers.
Exchange Traded Fund Risk: The risks of owning shares of an ETF generally reflect the risks of
owning the underlying securities the ETF is designed to track. Liquidity in an ETF could result in
more volatility
21
than ownership of the underlying portfolio of securities. In addition, because of ETF management
expenses, compared to owning the underlying securities directly, it may be more costly to own an
ETF.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the S&P 500 Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and assume
shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax
situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors
who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual
retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other
classes will vary.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Since Inception |
|
|
|
|
|
|
on December |
|
|
1 Year |
|
26, 2007 |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
S&P 500 Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes) |
|
|
26.46 |
% |
|
|
-10.92 |
% |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
22
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Alpha Equity Management LLC is the Funds
subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Kevin Means, CFA, Managing Partner and Chief Investment Officer of the Subadviser, Mr. Vince
Fioramonti, CFA, Partner and Director of Trading and Portfolio Operations of the Subadviser, and
Mr. Neil Kochen, CFA, Partner, Chief Risk Officer and Asset Allocation Strategist of the
Subadviser, have co-managed the Fund since the Funds inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amount for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$ |
2,000 |
|
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
23
International Equity Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The International Equity Fund (the Fund) seeks long-term capital appreciation.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
1.15 |
% |
|
|
1.15 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ] |
I Shares
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ] |
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
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Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks and
other equity securities of foreign companies. The Funds investments are diversified among at least
three foreign countries. The Fund may also invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs). The Fund
invests primarily in developed countries, but may invest in countries with emerging markets.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, Certium Asset Management LLC (the Subadviser)
seeks to identify stocks with positive earnings trends and attractive valuations. Fundamental
analysis is used to determine those companies that are projected to have sustainability of earnings
and global industry positioning. The Subadvisers goal is to find companies with top management,
quality products and sound financial positions, or a history of consistent growth in cash flows,
sales, operating profits, returns on equity and returns on invested capital. Risk controls are in
place to assist in maintaining a portfolio that is diversified by security type and industry sector
and invested across multiple countries.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the Funds
securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other segments
of the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of a
larger company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited
resources, products and markets. They may be less liquid.
Large Company Risk: Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the equity
market or the equity market as a whole. Large capitalization companies may be less flexible in
evolving markets or unable to implement change as quickly as smaller capitalization companies.
Foreign Investment Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency fluctuations,
economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information and unfavorable
political or legal developments. These risks are increased for investments in emerging markets. The
Fund is also subject to the risk that foreign common stocks may underperform other segments of the
equity market or the equity market as a whole.
Foreign Currency Risk: Changes in foreign currency exchange rates will affect the value of what the
fund owns and the price of the Funds shares. Generally, when the U.S. dollar rises in value
against a foreign currency, an investment in that country loses value because that currency is
worth fewer U.S. dollars. Currency trends are unpredictable and currency rates may fluctuate
significantly for a number of reasons, including changes in interest rates, intervention (or
failure to intervene) by U.S. or foreign governments or central banks, or by currency controls or
political developments.
Exchange Traded Fund Risk: The risk of owning shares of an ETF generally reflects the risk of
owning the underlying securities the ETF is designed to track. Liquidity in an ETF could result
in more volatility than ownership of the underlying portfolio of securities. In addition,
because of ETF
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management expenses, compared to owning the underlying securities directly, it may be more
costly to own an ETF.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the Morgan Stanley Capital International Europe, Australasia, and Far East (MSCI
EAFE) Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of
their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may
differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund
shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts.
After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
MSCI EAFE Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes) |
|
|
31.78 |
% |
|
|
3.54 |
% |
|
|
1.17 |
% |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
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Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Certium Asset Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Chad
Deakins, CFA, President and Chief Investment Officer of the Subadviser, has managed the
Fund since May 2000.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amount for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$ |
2,000 |
|
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
27
International Equity Index Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The International Equity Index Fund (the Fund) seeks investment results that correspond to the
performance of the MSCI EAFE Index (GDP Weighted) Net Dividend (the Index).
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.49 |
% |
|
|
0.49 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ] |
I Shares
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ] |
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in
28
annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most
recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its
portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities of
foreign companies. The Fund may also invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, Certium Asset Management LLC (the Subadviser)
uses statistical analysis in an attempt to track the Index. The Subadviser chooses companies
included in the Index, which is an index of equity securities of companies located in Europe,
Australasia and the Far East. While the Fund is structured to have overall investment
characteristics similar to those of the Index, it selects a sample of securities within the Index
using a statistical process. Therefore, the Fund will not hold all securities included in the
Index.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the Funds
securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Foreign Investment Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency fluctuations,
economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information and unfavorable
political or legal developments. These risks are increased for investments in emerging markets. The
Fund is also subject to the risk that foreign equity securities may underperform other segments of
the equity market or the equity market as a whole.
Foreign Currency Risk: Changes in foreign currency exchange rates will affect the value of what the
fund owns and the price of the Funds shares. Generally, when the U.S. dollar rises in value
against a foreign currency, an investment in that country loses value because that currency is
worth fewer U.S. dollars. Currency trends are unpredictable and currency rates may fluctuate
significantly for a number of reasons, including changes in interest rates, intervention (or
failure to intervene) by U.S. or foreign governments or central banks, or by currency controls or
political developments.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other segments of
the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of a larger
company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited resources,
products and markets. They may be less liquid.
Large Company Risk: Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the equity
market or the equity market as a whole. Large capitalization companies may be less flexible in
evolving markets or unable to implement change as quickly as smaller capitalization companies.
Exchange Traded Fund Risk: The risk of owning shares of an ETF generally reflects the risk of
owning the underlying securities the ETF is designed to track. Liquidity in an ETF could result in
more volatility than ownership of the underlying portfolio of securities. In addition, because of
ETF management expenses, compared to owning the underlying securities directly, it may be more
costly to own an ETF.
29
Tracking Error Risk: In addition to the above mentioned risks, the Subadviser may not be able to
match the performance of the Funds benchmark.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the Morgan Stanley Capital International Europe, Australasia, and Far East-Gross
Domestic Product (MSCI EAFE Index (GDP Weighted)) Net Dividend. These returns reflect applicable
sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period
indicated. 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. Your actual
after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax
returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred
arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown
for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes
|
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes
|
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions
|
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares
|
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
MSCI EAFE Index (GDP Weighted), Net Dividend (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes)
|
|
|
30.38 |
% |
|
|
3.30 |
% |
|
|
1.31 |
% |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
30
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Certium Asset Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Chad
Deakins, CFA, President and Chief Investment Officer of the Subadviser, has co-managed the
Fund since March 2005, after managing the Fund since 1999. Mr. Matthew Welden, Director of the
Subadviser, has co-managed the Fund since April 2008.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amount for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$ |
2,000 |
|
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The Fund will distribute substantially all of its net investment income and its net realized
capital gains, if any, at least annually. The Funds
distributions are generally taxable, and will
be taxed as ordinary income or capital gains unless you are investing through a tax-deferred
arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase the Fund through a broker-dealer or other financial intermediary (such as a bank),
the Fund and its related companies may pay the intermediary for the sale of Fund shares and related
services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by influencing the broker-dealer or
other intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the Fund over another investment. Ask your
salesperson or visit your financial intermediarys Web site for more information.
31
Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund (the Fund) seeks long-term capital appreciation.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.85 |
% |
|
|
0.85 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Fee Waivers and Expense Reimbursements* |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Net Annual Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
|
(*) |
|
The Adviser and the Subadviser have contractually agreed to waive fees
and reimburse expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total Annual Fund
Operating Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute dividend
expenses on securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and acquired fund fees and
expenses) from exceeding 1.22% and 0.97% for the Class A and I Shares, respectively.
This agreement shall terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory
Agreement between the Trust and the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written
notice to the Adviser by the Trust. |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ] |
I Shares
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ] |
32
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or turns
over its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and
may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks and
other U.S. traded equity securities of large cap companies. U.S. traded equity securities may
include American Depositary Receipts (ADRs). Certium Asset Management LLC (the Subadviser)
considers large cap companies to be companies with market capitalizations similar to those of
companies in the S&P 500 Index. As of July 1, 2010, the market capitalization range of companies in
the S&P 500 Index was between approximately [$XXX million and $XXX billion]. The Fund may also
invest in small and mid-cap companies so long as the Subadviser determines they have growth
potential.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser uses disciplined quantitative
modeling to objectively and consistently identify what the models determine to be the most
attractive companies across the market and within each sector. The quantitative factors within the
sector model are weighted based on their historical ability to be predictive within each sector. In
some sectors, attractive stocks are selected based on a narrow range of factors. In other sectors,
a broad range of factors may be used to identify attractive stocks.
This approach is based on the philosophy that a stock selection method that evaluates multiple
quantitative factors is superior to a less rigorous approach.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the Funds
securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Large Company Risk: Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the equity
market or the equity market as a whole. Large capitalization companies may be less flexible in
evolving markets or unable to implement change as quickly as smaller capitalization companies.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other segments
of the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of a
larger company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited
resources, products and markets. They may be less liquid.
33
ADR Risk: Because the Fund may invest in ADRs, it is subject to some of the same risks as
direct investments in foreign companies. These include the risk that political and economic events
unique to a country or region will affect those markets and their issuers.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the S& P 500 Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and assume
shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax
situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors
who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual
retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other
classes will vary.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
Since Inception* |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on
Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale of Fund
Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
S&P 500 Index (reflects no
deduction for fees, expenses or
taxes) |
|
|
26.46 |
% |
|
|
0.42 |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Since Inception of the A Shares |
|
|
N/A |
|
|
|
N/A |
|
|
|
3.28 |
|
Since Inception of the I Shares |
|
|
N/A |
|
|
|
N/A |
|
|
|
4.21 |
|
|
|
|
* |
|
Since Inception of the A Shares on October 8, 2003, and the I Shares on August 7, 2003. |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone number].]
34
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Certium Asset Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Chad Deakins, CFA, President and Chief Investment Officer of the Subadviser, has managed the
Fund since October 2007.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amount for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
35
Large Cap Value Equity Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Large Cap Value Equity Fund (the Fund) seeks capital appreciation. As a secondary goal, the
Fund also seeks current income.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
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|
|
|
Shareholder Fees |
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|
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|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a% of offering price) |
|
|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a% of net asset value) |
|
None |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
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|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
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|
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.78 |
% |
|
|
0.78 |
% |
|
|
0.78 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
36
You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [ ]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. traded equity
securities of large cap companies. U.S. traded equity securities may include American Depositary
Receipts (ADRs). Ceredex Value Advisors LLC (the Subadviser) considers large cap companies to
be companies with market capitalizations similar to those of companies in the Russell 1000 ® Value
Index. As of July 1, 2010, the market capitalization range of companies in the Russell 1000 ® Value
Index was between approximately [$XXX million and $XXX billion].
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser chooses companies that it believes
are undervalued in the market relative to the industry sector and the companys own valuation
history. The Subadviser evaluates potential catalysts that may cause an upward re-rating of the
stocks valuation. Additionally, the common stocks purchased for the Fund generally pay dividends
at the time of purchase or are expected to pay dividends soon after their purchase.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the Funds
securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Large Company Risk: Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the equity
market or the equity market as a whole. Large capitalization companies may be less flexible in
evolving markets or unable to implement change as quickly as smaller capitalization companies.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other segments
of the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of a
larger company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited
resources, products and markets. They may be less liquid.
37
Style Risk (Value): A value investing style may be out of favor in the marketplace. The potential
value of a security as perceived by the Subadviser may never be realized by the market.
ADR Risk: Because the Fund may invest in ADRs, it is subject to some of the same risks as direct
investments in foreign companies. These include the risk that political and economic events unique
to a country or region will affect those markets and their issuers.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the Russell 1000® Value Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and
assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend
on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to
investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or
individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax
returns for other classes will vary.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions and Sale of
Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Russell 1000® Value Index
(reflects no deduction for
fees, expenses or taxes) |
|
|
19.69 |
% |
|
|
-0.25 |
% |
|
|
2.47 |
% |
38
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Ceredex Value Advisors LLC is the Funds
subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Mills Riddick, CFA, President and Chief Investment Officer of the Subadviser, has managed the
Fund since April 1995.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
39
Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund (the Fund) seeks capital appreciation. As a secondary goal, the
Fund also seeks current income.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a % of net asset value) |
|
None |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
40
You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [ ]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. traded
equity securities of mid-cap companies. U.S. traded equity securities may include American
Depositary Receipts (ADRs). Ceredex Value Advisors LLC (the Subadviser) considers mid-cap
companies to be companies with market capitalizations similar to those of companies in the
Russell Midcap ® Index. As of July 1, 2010, the market capitalization range of companies in the
Russell Midcap ® Index was between approximately [$XXX million and $XX billion].
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser chooses companies that it believes
are undervalued in the market relative to the industry sector and the companys own valuation
history. The Subadviser evaluates potential catalysts that may cause an upward re-rating of the
stocks valuation. Additionally, the common stocks purchased for the Fund generally pay dividends
at the time of purchase or are expected to pay dividends soon after their purchase.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited
extent, derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for
a purchase or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed
to reduce exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the
Funds securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other segments
of the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of a
larger company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited
resources, products and markets. They may be less liquid.
Style Risk (Value): A value investing style may be out of favor in the marketplace. The
potential value of a security as perceived by the Subadviser may never be realized by the
market.
41
ADR Risk: Because the Fund may invest in ADRs, it is subject to some of the same risks as
direct investments in foreign companies. These include the risk that political and economic
events unique to a country or region will affect those markets and their issuers.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the Russell Midcap® Value Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges
and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend
on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to
investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or
individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax
returns for other classes will vary.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Since |
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
Inception |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions and Sale of
Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Russell Midcap® Value Index
(reflects no deduction for
fees, expenses or taxes) |
|
|
34.21 |
% |
|
|
1.98 |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Since Inception of the C and
I Shares on November 30,
2001 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
7.34 |
% |
Since Inception of the A
Shares on October 27, 2003 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
6.78 |
% |
42
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Ceredex Value Advisors LLC is the Funds
subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Don Wordell, CFA, Managing Director of the Subadviser, has managed the Fund since the Funds
inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
43
Small Cap Value Equity Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Small Cap Value Equity Fund (the Fund) seeks capital appreciation. As a secondary goal, the
Fund also seeks current income.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a % of net asset value) |
|
None |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
1.15 |
% |
|
|
1.15 |
% |
|
|
1.15 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
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$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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C Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio
turnover rate was [ ]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. traded equity
securities of small cap companies. U.S. traded equity securities may include American Depositary
Receipts (ADRs). Ceredex Value Advisors LLC (the Subadviser) considers small cap companies to
be companies with market capitalizations between $50 million and $3 billion or with market
capitalizations similar to those of companies in the Russell 2000 ® Value Index. As of July 1,
2010, the market capitalization range of companies in the Russell 2000 ® Value Index was between
approximately [$XX million and $X billion].
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser chooses companies that it believes
are undervalued in the market relative to the industry sector and the companys own valuation
history. The Subadviser evaluates potential catalysts that may cause an upward re-rating of the
stocks valuation. Additionally, the common stocks purchased for the Fund generally pay dividends
at the time of purchase or are expected to pay dividends soon after their purchase.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the Funds
securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other segments
of the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of a
larger company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited
resources, products and markets. They may be less liquid.
Style Risk (Value): A value investing style may be out of favor in the marketplace. The potential
value of a security as perceived by the Subadviser may never be realized by the market.
45
ADR Risk: Because the Fund may invest in ADRs, it is subject to some of the same risks as direct
investments in foreign companies. These include the risk that political and economic events unique
to a country or region will affect those markets and their issuers.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the Russell 2000® Value Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and
assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend
on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to
investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or
individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax
returns for other classes will vary.
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|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions and Sale of
Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Russell 2000® Value Index
(reflects no deduction for
fees, expenses or taxes) |
|
|
20.58 |
% |
|
|
-0.01 |
% |
|
|
8.27 |
% |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
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Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Ceredex Value Advisors LLC is the Funds
subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Brett Barner, CFA, Managing Director of the Subadviser has managed the Fund since the Funds
inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Large Cap Core Equity Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Large Cap Core Equity Fund (the Fund) seeks long-term capital appreciation. As a secondary
goal, the Fund also seeks current income.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a % of net asset value) |
|
None |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.85 |
% |
|
|
0.85 |
% |
|
|
0.85 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
|
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|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
48
You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [ ]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks and
other U.S. traded equity securities of large cap companies. U.S. traded equity securities may
include American Depositary Receipts (ADRs). IronOak Advisors LLC (the Subadviser) considers
large cap companies to be companies with market capitalizations similar to those of companies in
the S&P 500 Index. As of July 1, 2010, the market capitalization range of companies in the S&P 500
Index was between approximately $[ ] million and $[ ] billion.
The Subadviser believes that a portfolio of stocks with attractive fundamental characteristics
purchased at a reasonable valuation will provide above average returns over time. In selecting
investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser chooses companies that, in its opinion, offer
above average stock appreciation potential relative to other companies in the same economic sector.
The Subadviser uses sector-specific factors to highlight companies whose characteristics are
currently attractive versus market peers. The Subadviser performs fundamental research to evaluate
securities for the portfolio. The Subadvisers approach attempts to identify a well-defined
investment thesis (what it believes a companys prospects may be over the next 12 to 18 months)
based on competitive positioning, business model, and potential catalysts and risks.
The Subadviser seeks securities with an attractive risk/return profile, improving fundamentals and
earnings outlook, and relative financial strength and flexibility. The Subadviser may sell a
security when the investment thesis is realized, the investment thesis breaks down, or a more
attractive alternative presents itself.
The Subadviser believes a diversified approach to portfolio management is a critical component of
the overall investment process.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
49
Principal Investment Risks
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the Funds
securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Large Company Risk: Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the equity
market or the equity market as a whole. Large capitalization companies may be less flexible in
evolving markets or unable to implement change as quickly as smaller capitalization companies.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other segments
of the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of a
larger company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited
resources, products and markets. They may be less liquid.
ADR Risk: Because the Fund may invest in ADRs, it is subject to some of the same risks as direct
investments in foreign companies. These include the risk that political and economic events unique
to a country or region will affect those markets and their issuers.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the S&P 500 Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and assume
shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax
situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors
who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual
retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other
classes will vary.
50
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions and Sale of
Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
S&P 500 Index (reflects no
deduction for fees, expenses
or taxes) |
|
|
26.46 |
% |
|
|
0.42 |
% |
|
|
-0.95 |
% |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. IronOak Advisors LLC is the Funds
subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Jeffrey E. Markunas, CFA, President and Chief Investment Officer of the Subadviser has managed
the Fund since the Funds inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund (the Fund) seeks capital appreciation.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a % of net asset value) |
|
None |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
52
You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [ ]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks and
other U.S. traded equity securities of mid-cap companies. U.S. traded equity securities may include
American Depositary Receipts (ADRs). IronOak Advisors LLC (the Subadviser) considers mid-cap
companies to be companies with market capitalizations similar to those of companies in the Russell
Midcap ® Index. As of July 1, 2010, the market capitalization range of companies in the Russell
Midcap ® Index was between approximately [$XXX million and $XX billion].
The Subadviser believes that a portfolio of stocks with attractive fundamental characteristics
purchased at a reasonable valuation will provide above average returns over time. In selecting
investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser chooses companies that, in its opinion, offer
above average stock appreciation potential relative to other companies in the same economic sector.
The Subadviser uses sector-specific factors to highlight companies whose characteristics are
currently attractive versus market peers. The Subadviser performs fundamental research to evaluate
securities for the portfolio. The Subadvisers approach attempts to identify a well-defined
investment thesis (what it believes a companys prospects may be over the next 12 to 18 months)
based on competitive positioning, business model, and potential catalysts and risks. The Subadviser
seeks securities with an attractive risk/return profile, improving fundamentals and earnings
outlook, and relative financial strength and flexibility. The Subadviser may sell a security when
the investment thesis is realized, the investment thesis breaks down, or a more attractive
alternative presents itself.
The Subadviser believes a diversified approach to portfolio management is a critical component of
the overall investment process.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
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Principal Investment Risks
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the
Funds securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other
segments of the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than
stocks of a larger company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have
limited resources, products and markets. They may be less liquid.
ADR Risk: Because the Fund may invest in ADRs, it is subject to some of the same risks as
direct investments in foreign companies. These include the risk that political and economic events
unique to a country or region will affect those markets and their issuers.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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|
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Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
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[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the Russell Midcap® Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and
assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend
on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to
investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or
individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax
returns for other classes will vary.
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1 Year |
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5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions and Sale of
Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Russell Midcap® Index
(reflects no deduction for
fees, expenses or taxes) |
|
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40.48 |
% |
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2.43 |
% |
|
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4.98 |
% |
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[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. IronOak Advisors LLC is the Funds
subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Charles B. Arrington, CFA, Director of the Subadviser, has managed the Fund since August 2008
after having co-managed the Fund since January 2007.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
55
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Large Cap Growth Stock Fund (the Fund) seeks capital appreciation.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
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|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a % of net asset value) |
|
None |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.97 |
% |
|
|
0.97 |
% |
|
|
0.97 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
56
You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [ ]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks and
other U.S. traded equity securities of large cap companies. U.S. traded equity securities may
include American Depositary Receipts (ADRs). Silvant Capital Management LLC (the Subadviser)
considers large cap companies to be companies with market capitalizations similar to those of
companies in the Russell 1000 ® Growth Index. As of July 1, 2010, the market capitalization range
of companies in the Russell 1000 ® Growth Index was between approximately [$XXX million and $XXX
billion]. The Subadviser will seek out securities it believes have strong business fundamentals,
such as revenue growth, improving cash flows, increasing margins and positive earning trends.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser chooses companies that it believes
have above average growth potential to beat expectations. The Subadviser applies proprietary
quantitative models to rank stocks based on improving fundamentals, valuation, capital deployment
and efficiency and sentiment or behavior factors. It then performs in-depth fundamental analysis to
determine the quality and sustainability of expectations to determine whether or not the company is
poised to beat expectations. The Subadviser uses a bottom-up process based on company
fundamentals. Risk controls are in place to assist in maintaining a portfolio that is diversified
by sector and minimizes unintended risks relative to the primary benchmark.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the Funds
securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Style Risk (Growth Stock): Growth stocks typically are sensitive to market movements because their
market prices tend to reflect future expectations. When it appears those expectations will not be
met, the prices of growth stocks typically fall.
57
Large Company Risk: Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the equity
market or the equity market as a whole. Large capitalization companies may be less flexible in
evolving markets or unable to implement change as quickly as smaller capitalization companies.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other segments
of the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of a
larger company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited
resources, products and markets. They may be less liquid.
ADR Risk: Because the Fund may invest in ADRs, it is subject to some of the same risks as direct
investments in foreign companies. These include the risk that political and economic events unique
to a country or region will affect those markets and their issuers.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the Russell 1000® Growth Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and
assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend
on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to
investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or
individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax
returns for other classes will vary.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions and Sale of
Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Russell 1000® Growth Index
(reflects no deduction for
fees, expenses or taxes) |
|
|
37.21 |
% |
|
|
1.63 |
% |
|
|
-3.99 |
% |
58
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Silvant Capital Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Christopher Guinther, President and Chief Investment Officer of the Subadviser, Mr. Michael A.
Sansoterra, Managing Director of the Subadviser, have co-managed the Fund since March 2007.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
59
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund (the Fund) seeks long-term capital appreciation.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a % of net asset value) |
|
None |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.85 |
% |
|
|
0.85 |
% |
|
|
0.85 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
60
You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [ ]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in common stocks and
other U.S. traded equity securities of large cap companies. U.S. traded equity securities may
include American Depositary Receipts (ADRs). Silvant Capital Management LLC (the Subadviser)
considers large cap companies to be companies with market capitalizations similar to those of
companies in the Russell 1000 ® Growth Index. As of July 1, 2010, the market capitalization range
of companies in the Russell 1000 ® Growth Index was between approximately [$XXX million and $XXX
billion].
The Subadviser applies proprietary quantitative models to rank stocks based on improving
fundamentals, valuation, capital deployment and efficiency and sentiment or behavior factors. The
Subadviser then uses fundamental research to select the portfolio of stocks it believes has the
best current risk/return characteristics. In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the
Subadviser seeks companies with strong current earnings, growth in revenue, improving
profitability, strong balance sheet, strong current and projected business fundamentals, and
reasonable valuation. The Subadviser believes in executing a very disciplined and objective
investment process in controlling risk through a broadly diversified portfolio. Generally, the Fund
will hold 40 securities or less.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the Funds
common stocks may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Style Risk (Growth Stock): Growth stocks typically are sensitive to market movements because their
market prices tend to reflect future expectations. When it appears those expectations will not be
met, the prices of growth stocks typically fall.
Large Company Risk: Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the equity
market or the equity market as a whole. Large capitalization companies may be less flexible in
evolving markets or unable to implement change as quickly as smaller capitalization companies.
61
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other segments of
the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of a larger
company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited resources,
products and markets. They may be less liquid.
ADR Risk: Because the Fund may invest in ADRs, it is subject to some of the same risks as
direct investments in foreign companies. These include the risk that political and economic
events unique to a country or region will affect those markets and their issuers.
Limited Number of Holdings Risk: Because the Fund targets holdings of a more limited number of
stocks, performance may be more volatile than a similar fund with a greater number of holdings or
the Funds respective benchmark.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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Best Quarter |
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Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
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[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
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[(DATE)] |
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* |
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the Russell 1000® Growth Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and
assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend
on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to
investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or
individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax
returns for other classes will vary.
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1 Year |
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions and Sale of
Fund Shares |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Russell 1000® Growth Index
(reflects no deduction for
fees, expenses or taxes) |
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37.21 |
% |
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1.63 |
% |
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-3.99 |
% |
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[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Silvant Capital Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Christopher Guinther, President and Chief Investment Officer of the
Subadviser and Mr. Michael A. Sansoterra, Managing Director of the
Subadviser, have co-managed the Fund since March 2007. Mr.
Joe Ransom, CFA, Managing Director of the Subadviser has co-managed
the Fund since March 2007 after managing the Fund since January 2007.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
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Class |
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Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Small Cap Growth Stock Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Small Cap Growth Stock Fund (the Fund) seeks long-term capital appreciation.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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Shareholder Fees |
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(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a % of net asset value) |
|
None |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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(expenses that you pay each year as a |
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percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
1.15 |
% |
|
|
1.15 |
% |
|
|
1.15 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [ ]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. traded equity
securities of small cap companies. U.S. traded equity securities may include American Depositary
Receipts (ADRs). Silvant Capital Management LLC (the Subadviser) considers small cap companies
to be companies with market capitalizations similar to those of companies in the Russell 2000 ®
Growth Index. As of July 1, 2010, the market capitalization range of companies in the Russell 2000
® Growth Index was between approximately [$XX million and $X billion].
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser chooses companies that it believes
have above average growth potential to beat expectations as a result of strong business
fundamentals, such as revenue growth, improving cash flows, increasing margins and positive earning
trends.. The Subadviser applies proprietary quantitative models to rank stocks based on improving
fundamentals, valuation, capital deployment and efficiency and sentiment or behavior factors. It
then performs in-depth fundamental analysis to determine the quality and sustainability of
expectations to determine whether or not the company is poised to beat expectations. The Subadviser
uses a bottom-up process based on company fundamentals. Risk controls are in place to assist in
maintaining a portfolio that is diversified by sector and minimizes unintended risks relative to
the primary benchmark.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as market risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the Funds
securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Style Risk (Growth Stock): Growth stocks typically are sensitive to market movements because their
market prices tend to reflect future expectations. When it appears those expectations will not be
met, the prices of growth stocks typically fall.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other segments
of the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of a
larger
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company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited resources,
products and markets. They may be less liquid.
ADR Risk: Because the Fund may invest in ADRs, it is subject to some of the same risks as direct
investments in foreign companies. These include the risk that political and economic events unique
to a country or region will affect those markets and their issuers.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the Russell 2000® Growth Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and
assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend
on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to
investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or
individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax
returns for other classes will vary.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Russell 2000® Growth Index (reflects no
deduction for fees, expenses or taxes) |
|
|
34.47 |
% |
|
|
0.87 |
% |
|
|
-1.37 |
% |
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[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Silvant Capital Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Christopher Guinther, President and Chief Investment Officer of the Subadviser, has co-managed
the Fund since March 2007 after managing the Fund since
February 2007. Mr. Michael A. Sansoterra, Managing Director of the Subadviser, has
co-managed the Fund since March 2007.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
67
Corporate Bond Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Corporate Bond Fund (the Fund) seeks current income and, secondarily, preservation of
capital.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
4.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a % of net asset value) |
|
None |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.40 |
% |
|
|
0.40 |
% |
|
|
0.40 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
|
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|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs, 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most
recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [ ]% of the average value of its
portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests in a diversified portfolio of U.S. dollar denominated corporate obligations and
other fixed income securities that are rated BBB-/Baa3 or better by Standard & Poors Ratings
Services, Moodys Investors Service or Fitch Ratings or unrated securities that the Funds
subadviser, Seix Investment Advisors LLC (the Subadviser), believes are of comparable quality.
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in corporate bonds. The
Fund may also invest in U.S. Treasury and agency obligations. The Fund may invest in U.S. dollar
denominated obligations of U.S. and non-U.S. issuers. The Fund may invest a portion of its assets
in securities that are restricted as to resale.
The Fund will maintain an overall credit quality of A- or better. Securities downgraded below
BBB-/Baa3 after purchase by all agencies that rate the securities can be retained up to 10% of the
Funds total net assets.
The Subadviser attempts to identify investment grade corporate bonds offering above average total
return. In selecting corporate debt investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser seeks out
companies with good fundamentals and above average return prospects that are currently priced at
attractive levels. The primary basis for security selection is the potential income offered by the
security relative to the Subadvisers assessment of the issuers ability to generate the cash flow
required to meet its obligations. The Subadviser employs a bottom-up approach, identifying
investment opportunities based on the underlying financial and economic fundamentals of the
specific issuer.
Principal Investment Risks
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase. U.S.
Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected
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securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of changing inflation expectations
and seasonal inflation patterns.
Default and Downgrade Risk: Securities rated below BBB-/Baa3 involve greater risk of default or
downgrade and are more volatile than investment grade securities. Below investment grade securities
may also be less liquid than higher quality securities.
Foreign Companies Risk: Dollar denominated securities of foreign issuers involve special risks
such as economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information and
unfavorable political or legal developments.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future. The Fund began operating April 1, 2009. Performance prior to April 1, 2009 is that of
the Strategic Income Fund, the Funds predecessor, which began operations on November 30, 2001.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ] % |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Barclays Capital Corporate Index. These returns reflect applicable sales
charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated.
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. Your actual after-tax returns
will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not
relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k)
plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares.
After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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5 Years |
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A Shares* |
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Inception** |
A Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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N/A |
|
C Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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Inception** |
I Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions and
Sale of Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Barclays Capital
Corporate Index
(reflects no
deduction for fees,
expenses or taxes) |
|
|
18.68 |
% |
|
|
4.58 |
% |
|
|
4.89 |
% |
|
|
5.66 |
% |
|
|
|
* |
|
Since inception of the A Shares on October 8, 2003. Benchmark returns since September 30,
2003 (benchmark returns available only on a month end basis). |
|
** |
|
Since inception of the C Shares and the I Shares on November 30, 2001. |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Seix Investment Advisors LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. James F. Keegan, Chief Investment Officer, has been a member of the Funds management team
since 2008. Mr. Adrien Webb, CFA, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a
member of the Funds management team since 2004. Mr. Perry Troisi, Managing Director and Senior
Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the Funds management team since 2004.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares |
|
None |
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Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Intermediate Bond Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, R Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Intermediate Bond Fund (the Fund) seeks total return (comprised of capital appreciation and
income) that consistently exceeds the total return of the broad U.S. dollar denominated, investment
grade market of intermediate term government and corporate bonds.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the
Funds prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional
Information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class R |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
4.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class R |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.24 |
% |
|
|
0.24 |
% |
|
|
0.24 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
|
|
|
|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
R Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs,, 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not
reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [ ]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests in various types of income producing debt securities including mortgage-and
asset-backed securities, government and agency obligations, corporate obligations and floating rate
loans. The Fund may invest in debt securities of U.S. and non-U.S. issuers, including emerging
market debt. The Funds investment in non-U.S. issuers may at times be significant. Under normal
circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in fixed income securities. These
securities will be chosen from the broad universe of available intermediate term fixed income
securities rated investment grade by Standard & Poors Ratings Services, Moodys Investors Service
or Fitch Ratings or unrated securities that the Funds subadviser, Seix Investment Advisors LLC,
(the Subadviser) believes are of comparable quality. The Fund may invest up to 20% of its net
assets in below investment grade, high yield debt obligations. The Fund may also invest a portion
of its assets in securities that are restricted as to resale.
The Subadviser invests in intermediate term fixed income securities with an emphasis on corporate
and mortgage backed securities. The Subadviser anticipates that the Fund will maintain an average
weighted maturity of 3 to 10 years and the Fund will be managed with a duration that is close to
that of its comparative benchmark, the Barclays Capital Intermediate U.S. Government/Credit Bond
Index, which is generally between 3 to 4 years. In selecting investments for purchase and sale,
the Subadviser generally selects a greater weighting in obligations of domestic corporations and
mortgage-backed securities relative to the Funds comparative benchmark, and a lower relative
weighting in U.S. Treasury and government agency issues.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell derivative instruments
(such as foreign currency forward contracts, swaps, including credit default swaps, futures, credit
linked notes, options, inverse floaters and warrants) to use as a substitute for a purchase or sale
of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce exposure to
other risks, such as interest rate or credit risks. The Fund may count the value of certain
derivatives with investment grade intermediate-term fixed income characteristics towards its policy
to invest, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in fixed income securities.
Principal Investment Risks
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase. U.S.
Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
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Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt instruments
that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets. The value of
these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying such securities,
swings in interest rates, changes in default rates, or deteriorating economic conditions. During
periods of declining asset values, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities may face valuation
difficulties, become more volatile and/or illiquid. The risk of default is generally higher in the
case of securities backed by loans made to borrowers with sub-prime credit metrics.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
Foreign Securities Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency fluctuations,
economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information and unfavorable
political or legal developments and delays in enforcement of rights. These risks are increased for
investments in emerging markets.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes referred to as
junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile than investment
grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than higher quality
securities.
Floating Rate Loan Risk: The risks associated with floating rate loans are similar to the risks of
below investment grade securities. In addition, the value of the collateral securing the loan may
decline, causing a loan to be substantially unsecured. The sale and purchase of a bank loan are
subject to the requirements of the underlying credit agreement governing such bank loan.
These requirements may limit the eligible pool of potential bank loan holders by placing conditions
or restrictions on sales and purchases of bank loans.
Bank loans are not traded on an exchange and purchasers and sellers of bank loans rely on market
makers, usually the administrative agent for a particular bank loan, to trade bank loans. These
factors, in addition to overall market volatility, may negatively impact the liquidity of loans.
Difficulty in selling a floating rate loan may result in a loss.
Borrowers may pay back principal before the scheduled due date when interest rates decline, which
may require the Fund to replace a particular loan with a lower-yielding security. There may be less
extensive public information available with respect to loans than for rated, registered or exchange
listed securities. The Fund may assume the credit risk of the administrative agent in addition to
the borrower, and investments in loan assignments may involve the risks of being a lender.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Foreign Currency Forward Contracts Risk: The technique of purchasing foreign currency forward
contracts to obtain exposure to currencies or manage currency risk may not be effective. In
addition, currency markets generally are not as regulated as securities markets.
Swap Risk: The Fund may enter into swap agreements, including credit default swaps, for purposes
of attempting to gain exposure to a particular asset without actually purchasing that asset, or to
hedge a position. Credit default swaps may increase the Funds exposure to credit risk and could
result in losses if the Subadviser does not correctly evaluate the creditworthiness of the entity
on which the credit
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default swap is based. Swap agreements may also subject the Fund to the risk that the counterparty
to the transaction may not meet its obligations.
Futures Contract Risk: The Fund may enter into futures contracts. The risks associated with futures
include: the Subadvisers ability to manage these instruments, the potential inability to terminate
or sell a position, the lack of a liquid secondary market for the Funds position and the risk that
the counterparty to the transaction will not meet its obligations.
Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as foreign currency forward
contracts, swaps and futures may create leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more
volatile than if the Fund had not been leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the
effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future. The Fund began operating on October 11, 2004. Performance prior to October 11, 2004 is
that of the I Shares of the Seix Intermediate Bond Fund, the Funds predecessor, which began
operations on June 30, 1999, and has not been adjusted to reflect A Share or R Share expenses. If
it had been, performance would have been lower.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds R Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ] %
|
|
[ ] % |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Barclays Capital Intermediate U.S. Government/Credit Bond Index. These
returns reflect applicable sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the
end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those
shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax
deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns
are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
76
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Since |
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
Inception* |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
R Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on
Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Barclays Capital Intermediate U.S.
Government/Credit Bond Index
(reflects no deduction for fees,
expenses or taxes) |
|
|
5.24 |
% |
|
|
4.66 |
% |
|
|
5.73 |
% |
|
|
|
* |
|
Since inception of the predecessor fund on June 30, 1999. |
|
** |
|
The average annual total return information shown above, prior to the conversion of C Shares to
R Shares at the close of business on February 13, 2009, is that of C Shares except for the period
from October 16, 2007 through January 17, 2008, which is that of I Shares, not adjusted for C Share
expenses. If expenses were adjusted performance would have been lower. |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Seix Investment Advisors LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. James F. Keegan, Chief Investment Officer, has been a member of the Funds management team
since 2008. Mr. Adrien Webb, CFA, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a
member of the Funds management team since 2002. Mr. Perry Troisi, Managing Director and Senior
Portfolio Manager has been a member of the Funds management team since 2002. Mr. Michael Rieger,
Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the Funds management team
since 2007. Mr. Seth Antiles, Ph.D., Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, has been a member
of the management team for the Fund since 2005.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and R
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for
77
whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please consult your
financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
R Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Investment Grade Bond Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, R Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Investment Grade Bond Fund (the Fund) seeks high total return through current income and
capital appreciation, while preserving the principal amount invested.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class R |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
4.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class R |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
R Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund operating
79
expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the
Funds portfolio turnover rate was [ ]% of the average value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in fixed income
securities rated investment grade by at least one national securities rating agency or unrated
securities that the Funds subadviser, Seix Investment Advisors LLC (the Subadviser) believes
are of comparable quality. The Subadviser focuses on corporate debt securities, U.S. Treasury
obligations, mortgage-backed securities and other asset-backed securities. The Fund may invest in
debt obligations of U.S. and non U.S. issuers. The Funds investment in non-U.S. issuers may at
times be significant. The Fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in below investment grade,
high yield debt obligations, including emerging market debt and floating rate loans. The Fund may
also invest a portion of its assets in securities that are restricted as to resale.
The Subadviser attempts to identify relatively inexpensive securities in a selected market index.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser tries to minimize risk while
attempting to outperform selected market indices. Currently, the Subadvisers selected index is the
Barclays Capital U.S. Government/Credit Index, a widely recognized, unmanaged index of investment
grade government and corporate debt securities. The Subadviser seeks to invest more in portions of
the Index that seem relatively inexpensive, and less in those that seem expensive. The Subadviser
allocates the Funds investments among various market sectors based on the Subadvisers analysis of
historical data, yield information and credit ratings.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell derivative instruments
(such as foreign currency forward contracts, swaps, including credit default swaps, futures, credit
linked notes, options, inverse floaters and warrants) to use as a substitute for a purchase or sale
of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce exposure to
other risks, such as interest rate or credit risks. The Fund may count the value of certain
derivatives with investment grade fixed income characteristics towards its policy to invest, under
normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in investment grade fixed income securities.
Principal Investment Risks
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase. U.S.
Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt instruments
that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets. The value of
these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying such securities,
swings in interest rates, changes in default rates, or deteriorating economic conditions. During
periods of declining asset values, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities may face valuation
difficulties, become more
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volatile and/or illiquid. The risk of default is generally higher in the case of securities backed
by loans made to borrowers with sub-prime credit metrics.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
Foreign Securities Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency fluctuations,
economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information and unfavorable
political or legal developments and delays in enforcement of rights. These risks are increased for
investments in emerging markets.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes referred to
as junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile than investment
grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than higher quality
securities.
Floating Rate Loan Risk: The risks associated with floating rate loans are similar to the risks of
below investment grade securities. In addition, the value of the collateral securing the loan may
decline, causing a loan to be substantially unsecured. The sale and purchase of a bank loan are
subject to the requirements of the underlying credit agreement governing such bank loan. These
requirements may limit the eligible pool of potential bank loan holders by placing conditions or
restrictions on sales and purchases of bank loans.
Bank loans are not traded on an exchange and purchasers and sellers of bank loans rely on market
makers, usually the administrative agent for a particular bank loan, to trade bank loans. These
factors, in addition to overall market volatility, may negatively impact the liquidity of loans.
Difficulty in selling a floating rate loan may result in a loss.
Borrowers may pay back principal before the scheduled due date when interest rates decline, which
may require the Fund to replace a particular loan with a lower-yielding security. There may be less
extensive public information available with respect to loans than for rated, registered or exchange
listed securities. The Fund may assume the credit risk of the administrative agent in addition to
the borrower, and investments in loan assignments may involve the risks of being a lender.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Foreign Currncy Forward Contracts Risk: The technique of purchasing foreign currency forward
contracts to obtain exposure to currencies or manage currency risk may not be effective. In
addition, currency markets generally are not as regulated as securities markets.
Swap Risk: The Fund may enter into swap agreements, including credit default swaps, for purposes
of attempting to gain exposure to a particular asset without actually purchasing that asset, or to
hedge a position. Credit default swaps may increase the Funds exposure to credit risk and could
result in losses if the Subadviser does not correctly evaluate the creditworthiness of the entity
on which the credit default swap is based. The Fund may also be subject to the risk that the
counterparty to the transaction may not meet its obligations.
Futures Contract Risk: The Fund may enter into futures contracts. The risks associated with futures
include: the Subadvisers ability to manage these instruments, the potential inability to terminate
or sell a position, the lack of a liquid secondary market for the Funds position and the risk that
the counterparty to the transaction will not meet its obligations.
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Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as foreign currency forward
contracts, swaps and futures may create leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more
volatile than if the Fund had not been leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the
effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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[ ] %
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[ ] % |
[(DATE)]
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* |
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Barclays Capital U.S. Government/Credit Index. These returns reflect
applicable sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the
period indicated. 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. Your actual
after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax
returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred
arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown
for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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R Shares Returns Before Taxes* |
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I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions and Sale of
Fund Shares |
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% |
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[ ] |
% |
Barclays Capital U.S.
Government/Credit Index
(reflects no deduction for
fees, expenses or taxes) |
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4.52 |
% |
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4.71 |
% |
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6.34 |
% |
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The average annual total return information shown above is that of C Shares not adjusted for the
C Shares sales charge. At the close of business on July 31, 2009, all outstanding C Shares
converted to R Shares. |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Seix Investment Advisors LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. James F. Keegan, Chief Investment Officer, has been a member of the Funds management team
since 2008. Mr. Adrien Webb, CFA, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a
member of the Funds management team since 2004. Mr. Perry Troisi, Managing Director and Senior
Portfolio Manager has been a member of the Funds management team since 2004. Mr. Michael Rieger,
Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the Funds management team
since 2007. Mr. Seth Antiles, Ph.D., Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, has been a member
of the management team for the Fund since 2005.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and R
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
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$2,000 |
R Shares |
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$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares |
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None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
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Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Limited Duration Fund
Summary Section
I Shares
Investment Objective
The Limited Duration Fund (the Fund) seeks current income, while preserving liquidity and
principal.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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(expenses that you pay each year as a |
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percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
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0.10 |
% |
Other Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
I Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most
recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its
portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests in U.S. dollar-denominated, investment grade fixed income securities, including
corporate and bank obligations, government securities, and mortgage-and asset-backed securities of
U.S. and non-U.S. issuers, rated A or better by Standard & Poors Ratings Services, Moodys
Investors Service or Fitch Ratings or unrated securities that the Funds subadviser, Seix
Investment Advisors LLC (the Subadviser) believes are of comparable quality. The Funds
investment in non-U.S. issuers may at times be significant.
The Fund will maintain an average credit quality of AA or Aa and all securities held in the Fund
will have interest rate durations of 180 days or less. For floating rate notes, the interest rate
duration will be
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based on the next interest rate reset date. Duration measures a bond or Funds sensitivity to
interest rate changes and is expressed as a number of years. The higher the number, the greater the
risk. Under normal circumstances, for example, if a portfolio has a duration of 5 years, its value
will change by 5% if rates change by 1%. Shorter duration bonds result in lower expected
volatility.
The Subadviser attempts to identify U.S. dollar-denominated, investment grade fixed income
securities that offer high current income while preserving liquidity and principal. In selecting
investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser emphasizes securities that are within the
targeted segment of the U.S. dollar-denominated, fixed income securities markets and will generally
focus on investments that have good business prospects, credit strength, stable cash flows and
effective management. The Subadviser may retain securities if the rating of the security falls
below investment grade and the Subadviser deems retention of the security to be in the best
interests of the Fund.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as credit linked notes, futures, options, inverse floaters, swaps and
warrants) to use as a substitute for a purchase or sale of a position in the underlying asset
and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce exposure to other risks, such as interest rate risk
and credit risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase.
U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt instruments
that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets. The value of
these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying such securities,
swings in interest rates, changes in default rates, or deteriorating economic conditions. During
periods of declining asset values, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities may face valuation
difficulties, become more volatile and/or illiquid. The risk of default is generally higher in the
case of securities backed by loans made to borrowers with sub-prime credit metrics.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
Foreign Securities Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as economic or financial
instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information and unfavorable political or legal
developments and delays in enforcement of rights . These risks are increased for investments in
emerging markets.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
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A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future. The Fund began operating on October 11, 2004. Performance prior to October 11, 2004 is
that of the I Shares of the Seix Limited Duration Fund, the Funds predecessor, which began
operations on October 25, 2002.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Bank of America Merrill Lynch U.S. Treasury Bill 3 Month Index. These returns
reflect applicable sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of
the period indicated. 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. Your
actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those shown.
After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax
deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns
are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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Since |
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1 Year |
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5 Years |
|
Inception* |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Bank of America Merrill Lynch U.S. Treasury Bill 3 Month Index
(reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes) |
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0.21 |
% |
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|
3.02 |
% |
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|
2.99 |
% |
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|
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* |
|
Since inception of the predecessor fund on October 25, 2002. Benchmark returns since
September 30, 2002 (benchmark returns available only on a month end basis). |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
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Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Seix Investment Advisors LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. James F. Keegan, Chief Investment Officer, has been a member of the Funds management team
since 2008. Mr. Adrien Webb, CFA, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a
member of the Funds management team since 2007. Mr. Perry Troisi, Managing Director and Senior
Portfolio Manager has been a member of the Funds management team since the Funds inception. Mr.
Michael Rieger, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the Funds
management team since 2007. Mr. Seth Antiles, Ph.D., Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, has
been a member of the management team for the Fund since 2009.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and R
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares
|
|
$2,000 |
R Shares
|
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund (the Fund) seeks high current income, while
preserving capital.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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Shareholder Fees |
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(fees paid directly from your investment) |
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Class A |
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Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
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|
2.50 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a % of net asset value) |
|
None |
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1.00 |
% |
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None |
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
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(expenses that you pay each year as a |
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|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
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Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
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0.50 |
% |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.20 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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I Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund
pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund
operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most recent fiscal
year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. government
agency mortgage-backed securities, such as Fannie Mae, GNMA and collateralized mortgage
obligations.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Funds subadviser, Seix Investment Advisors LLC
(the Subadviser) attempts to identify securities that it expects to perform well in rising and
falling markets. The Subadviser also attempts to reduce the risk that the underlying mortgages are
prepaid by focusing on securities that it believes are less prone to this risk. For example, Fannie
Mae or GNMA securities that were issued years ago may be less prone to prepayment risk because
there have been many opportunities for prepayment, but few have occurred.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as credit linked notes, futures, options, inverse floaters, swaps and
warrants) to use as a substitute for a purchase or sale of a position in the underlying assets
and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce exposure to other risks, such as interest rate risk
and credit risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase.
U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt instruments
that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets. The value of
these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying such securities,
swings in interest rates, changes in default rates, or deteriorating economic conditions. During
periods of declining asset values, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities may face valuation
difficulties, become more volatile and/or illiquid. The risk of default is generally higher in the
case of securities backed by loans made to borrowers with sub-prime credit metrics.
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Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Barclays Capital U.S. Mortgage-Backed Securities Index. These returns reflect
applicable sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the
period indicated. 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. Your actual
after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax
returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred
arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown
for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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1 Year |
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5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Barclays Capital U.S. Mortgage-Backed
Securities Index (reflects no deduction for
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5.89 |
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5.78 |
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6.46 |
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[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Seix Investment Advisors LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. James F. Keegan, Chief Investment Officer, has been a member of the Funds management team
since 2008. Mr. Adrien Webb, CFA, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a
member of The Funds management team since 2007. Mr. Perry Troisi, Managing Director and Senior
Portfolio Manager has been a member of the Funds management team since 2007. Mr. Michael Rieger,
Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the Funds management team
since 2007. Mr. Seth Antiles, Ph.D., Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, has been a member of
the Funds Management team since 2009.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares |
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None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Seix Global Strategy Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Seix Global Strategy Fund (the Fund) seeks solid positive returns with limited downside risk
from capital appreciation and current income.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the
Funds prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional
Information.
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Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
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None |
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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(expenses that you pay each year as a
percentage of the value of your investment) |
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Class I |
Management Fees |
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0.60 |
% |
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0.60 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
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0.30 |
% |
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None |
Other Expenses |
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% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver and/or Expense Reimbursement |
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The Adviser and the Subadviser have contractually agreed to waive fees
and reimburse expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total Annual
Operating Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute dividend expenses on
securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and underlying fund fees and expenses) from
exceeding 1.13% and 0.83% for the A and I Shares, respectively. This agreement shall
terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory Agreement between the Trust and
the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written notice to the Adviser by the Trust. |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most
recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its
portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests primarily in debt securities of issuers worldwide
(including emerging markets) and foreign currencies. The Funds investments may include debt
securities issued by domestic and foreign governments and their agencies and authorities, and
corporations, and may be denominated in U.S. dollars or other currencies. The Fund focuses
primarily on investment grade and may also invest significantly in below investment grade
securitites that are rated by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization, or if no
such rating exists, securities that are demed to be of comparable quality by the Subadviser. Such
below investment grade securities are commonly known as junk bonds and offer greater risks than
investment grade debt securities. The Fund may invest in debt securities with a range of maturities
from short to long term. The Funds investments in foreign currency may include buying and selling
currency on a spot basis.
To implement its investment strategy, the Fund may enter into foreign currency forward contracts
and will buy or sell derivative instruments (such as credit linked notes, futures, options, inverse
floaters, swaps, including credit default swaps and warrants) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks. For example, there are instances in which the derivatives market is more
liquid and less volatile than the market for the underlying fixed income instruments and
currencies. In other cases, the only way to gain exposure to some foreign markets is to purchase
foreign currency forward contracts and other derivatives. When derivatives are used as the primary
or only means by which the Fund implements its investment strategy, the Fund may be significantly
invested in money market instruments such as U.S. Treasuries or shares of RidgeWorth Money Market
Funds. The Fund may count the value of derivatives as applying to its requirement to invest
primarily in debt securities of issuers worldwide and foreign currencies where the derivatives
underlying securities attributes meet those described in the first paragraph.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser identifies investment opportunities
by beginning with country selection, then assessing local markets for upside potential and downside
risk. Factors considered include prospects for a countrys political stability, currency exchange
rates, interest rates, inflation, relative economic growth and governmental policies.
The Subadviser may sell a security if it no longer believes the security will contribute to meeting
the investment objective of the Fund. In considering whether to sell a security, the Subadviser may
evaluate, among other things, the condition of foreign economies, and meaningful changes in the
issuers financial condition and competitiveness.
Principal Investment Risks
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Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase.
U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Foreign Securities Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency fluctuations,
economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information and unfavorable
political or legal developments and delays in enforcement of rights. These risks are increased for
investments in emerging markets.
Foreign Currency Risk: Changes in foreign currency exchange rates will affect the value of what the
fund owns and the price of the Funds shares. Generally, when the U.S. dollar rises in value
against a foreign currency, an investment in that country loses value because that currency is
worth fewer U.S. dollars. Currency trends are unpredictable and currency rates may fluctuate
significantly for a number of reasons, including changes in interest rates, intervention (or
failure to intervene) by U.S. or foreign governments or central banks, or by currency controls or
political developments.
Foreign Currency Forward Contracts Risk: The technique of purchasing foreign currency forward
contracts to obtain exposure to currencies or manage currency risk may not be effective. In
addition, currency markets generally are not as regulated as securities markets.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Swap Risk: The Fund may enter into swap agreements, including credit default swaps, for purposes
of attempting to gain exposure to a particular asset without actually purchasing that asset, or to
hedge a position. Credit default swaps may increase the Funds exposure to credit risk and could
result in losses if the Subadviser does not correctly evaluate the creditworthiness of the entity
on which the credit default swap is based. Swap agreements may also subject the Fund to the risk
that the counterparty to the transaction may not meet its obligations.
Futures Contract Risk: The Fund may enter into futures contracts. The risks associated with futures
include: the Subadvisers ability to manage these instruments, the potential inability to terminate
or sell a position, the lack of a liquid secondary market for the Funds position and the risk that
the counterparty to the transaction will not meet its obligations.
Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as foreign currency forward
contracts, swaps and futures may create leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more
volatile than if the Fund had not been leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the
effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
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Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes referred to
as junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile than investment
grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than higher quality
securities.
Non-Diversification Risk: The Fund is non-diversified, which means that it may invest in the
securities of relatively few issuers. As a result, the Fund may be more susceptible to a single
adverse economic, political or regulatory occurrence affecting one or more of these issuers, and
may experience increased volatility due to its investments in those securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares for the 2009 calendar year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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Best Quarter |
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Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
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[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the [J.P. Morgan EMBI+ Index]. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and
assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend
on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to
investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or
individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax
returns for other classes will vary.
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1 Year |
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Since Inception* |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
J.P. Morgan EMBI+ Index |
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[25.95] |
% |
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[8.78] |
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The Fund commenced operations on September 8, 2008. Index returns since August 31, 2008
(benchmark returns available only on a month-end basis). |
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[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Seix Investment Advisors LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. James F. Keegan, Chief Investment Officer has been a member of the Funds management team
since the Funds inception. Mr. Adrien Webb, CFA, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager,
has been a member of the Funds management team since the Funds inception. Mr. Seth Antiles,
Ph.D., Managing Director and Portfolio Manager has been a member of the Funds management team
since the Funds inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amount for the Funds A Shares is $2,000, although this minimum may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There is no minimum initial investment amount for the Funds I
Shares. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Total Return Bond Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, R Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Total Return Bond Fund (the Fund) seeks total return (comprised of capital appreciation and
income) that consistently exceeds the total return of the broad U.S. investment grade bond market.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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(fees paid directly from your investment) |
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Class A |
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Class R |
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Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
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4.75 |
% |
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None |
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None |
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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a percentage of the value of your investment) |
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Class A |
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Class R |
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Class I |
Management Fees |
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0.25 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
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Other Expenses |
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% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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A Shares |
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[ ] |
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[ ] |
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[ ] |
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R Shares |
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[ ] |
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[ ] |
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[ ] |
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund
pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund
operating
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expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most recent fiscal
year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was
[ ]% of the average value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests in various types of income producing debt securities including mortgage- and
asset-backed securities, government and agency obligations, corporate obligations and floating rate
loans. The Fund may invest in debt obligations of U.S. and non-U.S. issuers, including emerging
market debt. The Funds investment in non-U.S. issuers may at times be significant. Under normal
circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in fixed income securities. These
securities will be chosen from the broad universe of available fixed income securities rated
investment grade by Standard & Poors Ratings Services, Moodys Investors Service or Fitch Ratings
or unrated securities that the Funds subadviser, Seix Investment Advisors LLC, believes are of
comparable quality. The Fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in below investment grade, high
yield debt obligations. The Fund may also invest a portion of its assets in securities that are
restricted as to resale.
The Subadviser anticipates that the Funds modified adjusted duration will generally range from 3
to 6 years, similar to that of the Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, the Funds
comparative benchmark. Duration measures a bond or Funds sensitivity to interest rate changes and
is expressed as a number of years. The higher the number, the greater the risk. Under normal
circumstances, for example, if a portfolio has a duration of five years, its value will change by
5% if rates change by 1%. Shorter duration bonds result in lower expected volatility. In selecting
investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser generally selects a greater weighting in
obligations of domestic corporations and mortgage-backed securities relative to the Funds
comparative benchmark, and a lower relative weighting in U.S. Treasury and government agency
issues.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell derivative instruments
(such as foreign currency forward contracts, swaps, including credit default swaps, futures, credit
linked notes, options, inverse floaters and warrants) to use as a substitute for a purchase or sale
of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce exposure to
other risks, such as interest rate or credit risks. The Fund may count the value of certain
derivatives with investment grade fixed income characteristics towards its policy to invest, under
normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in fixed income securities.
Principal Investment Risks
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase.
U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt instruments
that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets. The value of
these
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securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying such securities,
swings in interest rates, changes in default rates, or deteriorating economic conditions. During
periods of declining asset values, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities may face valuation
difficulties, become more volatile and/or illiquid. The risk of default is generally higher in the
case of securities backed by loans made to borrowers with sub-prime credit metrics.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes referred to
as junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile than investment
grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than higher quality
securities.
Floating Rate Loan Risk: The risks associated with floating rate loans are similar to the risks of
below investment grade securities. In addition, the value of the collateral securing the loan may
decline, causing a loan to be substantially unsecured. The sale and purchase of a bank loan are
subject to the requirements of the underlying credit agreement governing such bank loan. These
requirements may limit the eligible pool of potential bank loan holders by placing conditions or
restrictions on sales and purchases of bank loans.
Bank loans are not traded on an exchange and purchasers and sellers of bank loans rely on market
makers, usually the administrative agent for a particular bank loan, to trade bank loans. These
factors, in addition to overall market volatility, may negatively impact the liquidity of loans.
Difficulty in selling a floating rate loan may result in a loss.
Borrowers may pay back principal before the scheduled due date when interest rates decline, which
may require the Fund to replace a particular loan with a lower-yielding security. There may be less
extensive public information available with respect to loans than for rated, registered or exchange
listed securities. The Fund may assume the credit risk of the administrative agent in addition to
the borrower, and investments in loan assignments may involve the risks of being a lender.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Foreign Currency Forward Contracts Risk: The technique of purchasing foreign currency forward
contracts to obtain exposure to currencies or manage currency risk may not be effective. In
addition, currency markets generally are not as regulated as securities markets.
Swap Risk: The Fund may enter into swap agreements, including credit default swaps, for purposes
of attempting to gain exposure to a particular asset without actually purchasing that asset, or to
hedge a position. Credit default swaps may increase the Funds exposure to credit risk and could
result in losses if the Subadviser does not correctly evaluate the creditworthiness of the entity
on which the credit default swap is based. Swap agreements may also subject the Fund to the risk
that the counterparty to the transaction may not meet its obligations.
Futures Contract Risk: The Fund may enter into futures contracts. The risks associated with futures
include: the Subadvisers ability to manage these instruments, the potential inability to terminate
or sell a position, the lack of a liquid secondary market for the Funds position and the risk that
the counterparty to the transaction will not meet its obligations.
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Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as foreign currency forward
contracts, swaps and futures may create leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more
volatile than if the Fund had not been leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the
effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future. The Fund began operating on October 11, 2004. The performance for I Shares prior to
such date is that of the I Shares of the Seix Core Bond Fund, the Funds predecessor. The
performance for A Shares from January 25, 2002 to October 11, 2004 is that of the P Shares of the
Seix Core Bond Fund. The performance for A Shares prior to January 25, 2002 is that of the I Shares
of the Seix Core Bond Fund. The performance of the predecessor fund has not been adjusted to
reflect the Funds A Share or R Share expenses. If it had been, performance would have been lower.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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Best Quarter |
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Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
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[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
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[(DATE)] |
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* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond Index. These returns reflect applicable
sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period
indicated. 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. Your actual
after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax
returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred
arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown
for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
R Shares Returns
Before Taxes* |
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions |
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|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale
of Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Barclays Capital
U.S. Aggregate Bond
Index (reflects no
deduction for fees,
expenses or taxes) |
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|
5.93 |
% |
|
|
4.97 |
% |
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|
6.33 |
% |
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* |
|
The average annual total return information shown above prior to the conversion of C
Shares to R Shares at the close of business on February 13, 2009, is that of C Shares. |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Seix Investment Advisors LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. James F. Keegan, Chief Investment Officer, has been a member of the Funds management team
since 2008. Mr. Adrien Webb, CFA, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager has been a
member of The Funds management team since 2002. Mr. Perry Troisi, Managing Director and Senior
Portfolio Manager has been a member of the Funds management team since 2002. Mr. Michael Rieger,
Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the Funds management team
since 2007. Mr. Seth Antiles, Ph.D., Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, has been a member
of the management team for the Fund since 2007.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and R
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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Class |
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Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
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$2,000 |
R Shares |
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$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares
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None |
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Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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U.S. Government Securities Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The U.S. Government Securities Fund (the Fund) seeks high current income, while preserving
capital.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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Shareholder Fees |
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(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
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|
4.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a % of net asset value) |
|
None |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
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None |
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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(expenses that you pay each year as |
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a percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
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|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
104
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most
recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its
portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in U.S. government debt securities, such as
mortgage-backed securities and U.S. Treasury obligations and shares of registered money market
mutual funds that invest in the foregoing. In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the
Funds subadviser, Seix Investment Advisors LLC (the Subadviser), focuses its investments in
mortgage-backed securities in an attempt to provide a consistently high dividend without adding
undue risk.) Under certain circumstances, the Subadviser may strategically position the Funds
exposure across the yield curve to potentially benefit from a normalization of the term structure
of rates (i.e., in an environment where the yield curve is abnormally steep, investments will be
strategically positioned along the yield curve to benefit as the curves shape reverts to a more
traditional, or normal slope).
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as credit linked notes, futures, options, inverse floaters, swaps and
warrants) to use as a substitute for a purchase or sale of a position in the underlying assets
and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce exposure to other risks, such as interest rate
risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase.
U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
U.S. Government Debt Securities Risk: U.S. government debt securities may underperform other
segments of the fixed income market or the fixed income market as a whole.
Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt instruments
that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets. The value of
these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying such securities,
swings in interest rates, changes in default rates, or deteriorating economic conditions. During
periods of declining asset values, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities may face valuation
difficulties, become more volatile and/or illiquid. The risk of default is generally higher in the
case of securities backed by loans made to borrowers with sub-prime credit metrics.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
105
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Barclays Capital U.S. Government Bond Index. These returns reflect applicable
sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period
indicated. 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. Your actual
after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax
returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred
arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown
for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Barclays Capital
U.S. Government Bond
Index (reflects no
deduction for fees,
expenses or taxes) |
|
|
-2.20 |
% |
|
|
4.87 |
% |
|
|
6.17 |
% |
106
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Seix Investment Advisors LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. James F. Keegan, Chief Investment Officer, has been a member of the Funds management team
since 2008. Mr. Adrien Webb, CFA, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a
member of the Funds management team since 2007. Mr. Perry Troisi, Managing Director and Senior
Portfolio Manager has been a member of the Funds management team since 2007. Mr. Michael Rieger,
Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the Funds management team
since 2007. Mr. Seth Antiles, Ph.D., Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, has been a member
of the management team for the Fund since 2009.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares
|
|
None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of
Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by influencing
the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the Fund over
another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial intermediarys Web site
for more information.
107
High Income Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, R Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The High Income Fund (the Fund) seeks high current income and, secondarily, total return
(comprised of capital appreciation and income).
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class R |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
4.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as |
|
|
|
|
|
|
a percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class R |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.60 |
% |
|
|
0.60 |
% |
|
|
0.60 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
R Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
108
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most
recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its
portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of higher yielding, lower-rated income
producing debt instruments, including corporate obligations, floating rate loans and other debt
obligations. The Fund may invest in debt obligations of U.S. and non-U.S. issuers, including
emerging market debt. The Funds investment in non-U.S. issuers may at times be significant. The
Fund will invest at least 65%, and may invest up to 100%, of its assets in securities rated below
investment grade by either Moodys Investors Service or Standard & Poors Ratings Services or in
unrated securities that the Funds subadviser, Seix Investment Advisors LLC (the Subadviser),
believes are of comparable quality. Such securities are commonly known as junk bonds and offer
greater risks than investment grade debt securities. The Fund may also invest a portion of its
assets in securities that are restricted as to resale.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser employs a research driven process
designed to identify value areas within the high yield market. The Subadviser seeks to identify
securities which generally seek to meet the following criteria: (1) industries that have sound
fundamentals; (2) companies that have good business prospects and increasing credit strength; and
(3) issuers with stable or growing cash flows and effective management.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell derivative instruments
(such as swaps, including credit default swaps, futures, credit linked notes, options, inverse
floaters and warrants) to use as a substitute for a purchase or sale of a position in the
underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce exposure to other risks, such as
interest rate or credit risks. The Fund may count the value of certain derivatives with below
investment grade fixed income characteristics towards its policy to invest, under normal
circumstances, at least 65% of its net assets in non-investment grade fixed income securities.
Principal Investment Risks
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase.
U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes referred to
as junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile than investment
grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than higher quality
securities.
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Floating Rate Loan Risk: The risks associated with floating rate loans are similar to the risks of
below investment grade securities. In addition, the value of the collateral securing the loan may
decline, causing a loan to be substantially unsecured. The sale and purchase of a bank loan are
subject to the requirements of the underlying credit agreement governing such bank loan. These
requirements may limit the eligible pool of potential bank loan holders by placing conditions or
restrictions on sales and purchases of bank loans.
Bank loans are not traded on an exchange and purchasers and sellers of bank loans rely on market
makers, usually the administrative agent for a particular bank loan, to trade bank loans. These
factors, in addition to overall market volatility, may negatively impact the liquidity of loans.
Difficulty in selling a floating rate loan may result in a loss.
Borrowers may pay back principal before the scheduled due date when interest rates decline, which
may require the Fund to replace a particular loan with a lower-yielding security. There may be less
extensive public information available with respect to loans than for rated, registered or exchange
listed securities. The Fund may assume the credit risk of the administrative agent in addition to
the borrower, and investments in loan assignments may involve the risks of being a lender.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
Foreign Securities Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency fluctuations,
economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information and unfavorable
political or legal developments and delays in enforcement of rights . These risks are increased for
investments in emerging markets.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Swap Risk: The Fund may enter into swap agreements, including credit default swaps, for purposes
of attempting to gain exposure to a particular asset without actually purchasing that asset, or to
hedge a position. Credit default swaps may increase the Funds exposure to credit risk and could
result in losses if the Subadviser does not correctly evaluate the creditworthiness of the entity
on which the credit default swap is based. Swap agreements may also subject the Fund to the risk
that the counterparty to the transaction may not meet its obligations.
Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as foreign currency forward
contracts, swaps and futures may create leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more
volatile than if the Fund had not been leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the
effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future. The Fund began operating on March 28, 2000. Performance prior to March 28, 2000 is that
of the ESC Strategic Income Fund, the Funds predecessor. At the close of business on July 31,
110
2009, all outstanding C Shares converted to R Shares. The performance shown below from March 28,
2000 through July 31, 2009 is that of C Shares and has not been adjusted to reflect R Shares
expenses, which are lower. If it had been, performance would have been higher.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds R Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Barclays Capital U.S. Corporate High-Yield Index. These returns reflect
applicable sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the
period indicated. 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. Your actual
after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax
returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred
arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown
for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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Inception |
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Inception |
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1 Year |
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
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of A Shares* |
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of I Shares* |
A Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
R Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
R Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions** |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
R Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions and
Sale of
Fund Shares** |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Barclays Capital
U.S. Corporate
High-Yield
Index (reflects
no deduction for
fees, expenses or
taxes) |
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58.21 |
% |
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6.46 |
% |
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6.71 |
% |
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7.69 |
% |
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9.02 |
% |
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* |
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Since inception of the A Shares on October 27, 2003 and the I Shares on October 3, 2001. ** The
average annual total return information shown above is that of C Shares not adjusted for the C
Shares sales charge. At the close of business on July 31, 2009, all outstanding C Shares converted
to R Shares. |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Seix Investment Advisors LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Michael McEachern, CFA, President and Senior Portfolio Manager of Seix, has co-managed the High
Income Fund since July 2004. Mr. Brian Nold, M.D., Managing Director and Senior Portfolio
Manager, has co-managed the High Income Fund since August 2006.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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Class |
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Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares
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|
None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund (the Fund) attempts to provide a high level of current
income by investing primarily in first lien senior floating rate loans and other floating rate debt
securities.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the
Funds prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional
Information.
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Shareholder Fees |
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(fees paid directly from your investment) |
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Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
2.50 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a % of net asset value) |
|
None |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
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|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
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|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as |
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a percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.45 |
% |
|
|
0.45 |
% |
|
|
0.45 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund
pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund
operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most recent fiscal
year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in a combination of
first and second lien senior floating rate loans and other floating rate debt securities.
These loans are loans made by banks and other large financial institutions to various companies and
are senior in the borrowing companies capital structure. Coupon rates are floating, not fixed and
are tied to a benchmark lending rate, the most popular of which is LIBOR (London Interbank Offered
Rate). LIBOR is based on rates that contributor banks in London charge each other for interbank
deposits and is typically used to set coupon rates on floating rate debt securities.
The interest rates of these floating rate debt securities vary periodically based upon a benchmark
indicator of prevailing interest rates. The Fund may invest all or substantially all of its assets
in floating rate loans and debt securities that are rated below investment grade by Moodys
Investors Service or Standard & Poors Ratings Services, or in comparable unrated securities. The
Fund may also invest up to 20% of its net assets in any combination of junior debt securities or
securities with a lien on collateral lower than a senior claim on collateral, high yield fixed rate
bonds, investment grade fixed income debt obligations, asset backed securities (such as special
purpose trusts investing in bank loans), money market securities and repurchase agreements.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Funds subadviser, Seix Investment Advisors LLC
(the Subadviser) will emphasize securities which are within the segment of the high yield market
it has targeted, which are securities rated either BB and B by Standard & Poors Ratings
Services or Ba and B by Moodys Investors Service or unrated securities that the Subadviser
believes are of comparable quality.
The Fund may invest up to 20% of its total assets in senior loans made to non-U.S. borrowers
provided that no more than 5% of the portfolios loans are non-U.S. dollar denominated. The Fund
may also engage in certain hedging transactions.
Preservation of capital is considered when consistent with the funds objective.
Some types of senior loans in which the Fund may invest require that an open loan for a specific
amount be continually offered to a borrower. These types of senior loans are commonly referred to
as revolvers. Because revolvers contractually obligate the lender (and therefore those with an
interest in the loan) to fund the revolving portion of the loan at the borrowers discretion, the
Fund must have funds sufficient to cover its contractual obligation. Therefore the Fund will
maintain, on a daily basis, high-quality, liquid
assets in an amount at least equal in value to its contractual obligation to fulfill the revolving
senior loan.
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The Fund will not encumber any assets that are otherwise encumbered. The Fund will
limit its investments in such obligations to no more than 25% of the Funds total assets.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell derivative instruments
(such as swaps, including credit default swaps, futures, credit linked notes, options, inverse
floaters and warrants) to use as a substitute for a purchase or sale of a position in the
underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce exposure to other risks, such as
interest rate or credit risks. The Fund may count the value of certain derivatives with floating
rate debt or high yield bond characteristics towards its policy to invest, under normal
circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in a combination of first and second lien senior
floating rate loans and other floating rate debt securities.
Principal Investment Risks
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase.
U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Credit Risk: Loans and other debt securities are subject to credit risk. Credit risk is the
possibility that an issuer will fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, go bankrupt,
or that the value of the securities will decline because of a market perception that the owner may
not make payment on time. The lower the ratings of such debt securities, the greater their risks.
In addition, lower rated securities have higher risk characteristics, and changes in economic
conditions are likely to cause issuers of these securities to be unable to meet their obligations.
Many floating rate loans are such lower rated securities. Economic and other market events may
reduce the demand for certain senior loans held by the Fund, which may adversely impact the net
asset value of the Fund.
Floating Rate Loan Risk: The risks associated with floating rate loans are similar to the risks of
below investment grade securities. In addition, the value of the collateral securing the loan may
decline, causing a loan to be substantially unsecured. The sale and purchase of a bank loan are
subject to the requirements of the underlying credit agreement governing such bank loan. These
requirements may limit the eligible pool of potential bank loan holders by placing conditions or
restrictions on sales and purchases of bank loans.
Bank loans are not traded on an exchange and purchasers and sellers of bank loans rely on market
makers, usually the administrative agent for a particular bank loan, to trade bank loans. These
factors, in addition to overall market volatility, may negatively impact the liquidity of loans.
Difficulty in selling a floating rate loan may result in a loss.
Borrowers may pay back principal before the scheduled due date when interest rates decline, which
may require the Fund to replace a particular loan with a lower-yielding security. There may be less
extensive public information available with respect to loans than for rated, registered or exchange
listed securities. The Fund may assume the credit risk of the administrative agent in addition to
the borrower, and investments in loan assignments may involve the risks of being a lender.
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Default and Downgrade Risk: Securities rated below BBB-/Baa3 involve greater risk of default or
downgrade and are more volatile than investment grade securities. Below investment grade securities
may also be less liquid than higher quality securities.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes referred to as
junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile than investment
grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than higher quality
securities.
Foreign Securities Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency fluctuations,
economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information and unfavorable
political or legal developments and delays in enforcement of rights. These risks are increased for
investments in emerging markets.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Swap Risk: The Fund may enter into swap agreements, including credit default swaps, for purposes
of attempting to gain exposure to a particular asset without actually purchasing that asset, or to
hedge a position. Credit default swaps may increase the Funds exposure to credit risk and could
result in losses if the Subadviser does not correctly evaluate the creditworthiness of the entity
on which the credit default swap is based. Swap agreements may also subject the Fund to the risk
that the counterparty to the transaction may not meet its obligations.
Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as foreign currency forward
contracts, swaps and futures may create leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more
volatile than if the Fund had not been leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the
effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future. The Fund began operating on March 1, 2006. Performance information for the A Shares and
C Shares prior to their inception on May 8, 2006 and August 2, 2007 respectively, is based on that
of the I Shares of the Fund. The performance of I Shares has not been adjusted to reflect the
Funds A Share or C Share expenses. If it had been, the performance would have been lower.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
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|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Credit Suisse First Boston Institutional Leveraged Loan Index and the Credit
Suisse First Boston Leveraged Loan Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and
assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend
on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to
investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or
individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax
returns for other classes will vary.
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|
|
1 Year |
|
Since Inception* |
A Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After
Taxes on Distributions
and Sale of Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Credit Suisse First Boston
Institutional Leveraged
Loan Index (reflects no
deduction for fees,
expenses or taxes)** |
|
|
12.28 |
% |
|
|
0.59 |
% |
Credit Suisse First Boston
Leveraged Loan Index
(reflects no deduction for fees,
expenses or taxes) |
|
|
44.87 |
% |
|
|
2.85 |
% |
|
|
|
* |
|
Since inception of the I Shares of the Fund on March 1, 2006. Benchmark returns since February
28, 2006 (benchmark returns available only on a month end basis). |
|
** |
|
Effective January 31, 2010, the Fund transitioned its benchmark from the Credit Suisse First
Boston Leveraged Loan Index to the Credit Suisse First Boson Institutional Leveraged Loan Index as
this index is more reflextive of the Funds composition. |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Seix Investment Advisors LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
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Mr. Michael McEachern, CFA, President and Senior Portfolio Manager of Seix, has co-managed the Fund
since its inception. Mr. George Goudelias currently serves as Managing Director of Seix and has
co-managed the Fund since its inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares
|
|
None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Seix High Yield Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, R Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Seix High Yield Fund (the Fund) seeks high income and, secondarily, capital appreciation.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
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|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class R |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
4.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as |
|
|
|
|
|
|
a percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class R |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.44 |
% |
|
|
0.44 |
% |
|
|
0.44 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
R Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
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$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund
shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating
119
expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most recent fiscal year, the
Funds portfolio turnover rate was [ ]% of the average value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests in various types of lower rated, higher yielding debt instruments, including
corporate obligations, floating rate loans and other debt obligations. The Fund may invest in debt
obligations of U.S. and non-U.S. issuers, including emerging market debt. The Funds investment in
non-U.S. issuers may at times be significant. Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least
80% of its net assets in high yield securities. These securities will be chosen from the broad
universe of available U.S. dollar denominated, high yield securities rated below investment grade
by either Moodys Investors Service or Standard & Poors Ratings Services or unrated securities
that the Subadviser believes are of comparable quality. Such securities are commonly known as junk
bonds and offer greater risks than investment grade bonds. Although the Fund seeks to achieve its
investment objective primarily through investment in high yield securities, the Fund may invest up
to 20% of its net assets in investment grade securities. The Fund will be managed with a duration
that is close to the Funds comparative benchmark, the Merrill Lynch U.S. High Yield BB/B Rated
Constrained Index, which is generally between 3 and 6 years. Duration measures a bond or Funds
sensitivity to interest rate changes and is expressed as a number of years. The higher the number,
the greater the risk. Under normal circumstances, for example, if a portfolio has a duration of
five years, its value will change by 5% if rates change by 1%. Shorter duration bonds result in
lower expected volatility. The Fund may also invest a portion of its assets in securities that are
restricted as to resale.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Funds subadviser, Seix Investment Advisors
LLC (the Subadviser) employs a research driven process designed to identify value areas within
the high yield market and attempts to identify lower rated, higher yielding bonds offering above
average total return. Additionally, the Subadviser will emphasize securities which are within the
segment of the high yield market it has targeted for emphasis, which are BB and B rated
issuers. The Subadviser seeks to identify securities which generally seek to meet the following
criteria: (1) industries that have sound fundamentals; (2) companies that have good business
prospects and increasing credit strength; and (3) issuers with stable or growing cash flows and
effective management.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell derivative instruments
(such as swaps, including credit default swaps, futures, credit linked notes, options, inverse
floaters and warrants) to use as a substitute for a purchase or sale of a position in the
underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce exposure to other risks, such as
interest rate or credit risks. The Fund may count the value of certain derivatives with below
investment grade fixed income characteristics towards its policy to invest, under normal
circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in high yield securities .
Principal Investment Risks
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase.
U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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
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perception that the owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes referred to
as junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile than investment
grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than higher quality
securities.
Floating Rate Loan Risk: The risks associated with floating rate loans are similar to the risks of
below investment grade securities. In addition, the value of the collateral securing the loan may
decline, causing a loan to be substantially unsecured. The sale and purchase of a bank loan are
subject to the requirements of the underlying credit agreement governing such bank loan. These
requirements may limit the eligible pool of potential bank loan holders by placing conditions or
restrictions on sales and purchases of bank loans.
Bank loans are not traded on an exchange and purchasers and sellers of bank loans rely on market
makers, usually the administrative agent for a particular bank loan, to trade bank loans. These
factors, in addition to overall market volatility, may negatively impact the liquidity of loans.
Difficulty in selling a floating rate loan may result in a loss.
Borrowers may pay back principal before the scheduled due date when interest rates decline, which
may require the Fund to replace a particular loan with a lower-yielding security. There may be less
extensive public information available with respect to loans than for rated, registered or exchange
listed securities. The Fund may assume the credit risk of the administrative agent in addition to
the borrower, and investments in loan assignments may involve the risks of being a lender.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
Foreign Securities Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency fluctuations,
economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information and unfavorable
political or legal developments and delays in enforcement of rights. These risks are increased for
investments in emerging markets.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Swap Risk: The Fund may enter into swap agreements, including credit default swaps, for purposes
of attempting to gain exposure to a particular asset without actually purchasing that asset, or to
hedge a position. Credit default swaps may increase the Funds exposure to credit risk and could
result in losses if the Subadviser does not correctly evaluate the creditworthiness of the entity
on which the credit default swap is based. Swap agreements may also subject the Fund to the risk
that the counterparty to the transaction may not meet its obligations.
Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as foreign currency forward
contracts, swaps and futures may create leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more
volatile than if the Fund had not been leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the
effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
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A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future. The Fund began operating on October 11, 2004. Performance between December 29, 2000 to
October 11, 2004 is that of the I Shares of the Seix High Yield Fund, the Funds predecessor. At
the close of business on July 31, 2009, all outstanding C Shares converted to R Shares. The
performance of the predecessor funds I Shares has not been adjusted to reflect the Funds A Share
or R Share expenses. If it had been, the performance would have been lower.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Bank of America Merrill Lynch U.S. High Yield BB/B Rated Constrained Index.
These returns reflect applicable sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares
at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those
shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax
deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns
are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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Before Taxes |
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I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
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I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions and
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Bank of America Merrill Lynch
U.S. High
Yield BB/B Rated
Constrained Index
(reflects no deduction
for fees, expenses or
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45.98 |
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5.49 |
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7.42 |
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Since inception of the predecessor fund on December 29, 2000. Benchmark returns since December
31, 2000 (benchmark returns available only on a month end basis). |
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The average annual total return information shown above is that of C Shares not adjusted for the
C Shares sales charge. At the close of business on July 31, 2009, all outstanding C Shares
converted to R Shares. |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. Seix Investment Advisors LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Michael McEachern, CFA, President and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the Funds
management team since the Funds inception. Mr. Michael Kirkpatrick, Managing Director and Senior
Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the Funds management team since 2007. Mr. Brian Nold,
M.D., Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the Funds management
team since 2007.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and R
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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Dollar Amount |
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$2,000 |
R Shares |
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$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares
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None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
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Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund (the Fund) seeks current income exempt from federal and state
income taxes for Georgia residents without undue risk.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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Shareholder Fees |
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(fees paid directly from your investment) |
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Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
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4.75 |
% |
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None |
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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(expenses that you pay each year as a |
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percentage of the value of your investment) |
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Class A |
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Class I |
Management Fees |
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0.55 |
% |
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0.55 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
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0.15 |
% |
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None |
Other Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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10 Years |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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I Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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[ ] |
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$ |
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most
recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its
portfolio.
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Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in municipal securities with income exempt from
federal and Georgia income taxes. Issuers of these securities can be located in Georgia, Puerto
Rico and other U.S. territories and possessions. In addition, the Fund may invest up to 20% of its
assets in securities subject to the alternative minimum tax or in certain taxable debt securities.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale , the Funds subadviser, StableRiver Capital
Management LLC (the Subadviser) tries to limit risk as much as possible. Based on the
Subadvisers analysis of municipalities, credit risk, market trends and investment cycles, the
Subadviser attempts to invest more of the Funds assets in undervalued market sectors and less in
overvalued sectors. The Subadviser tries to diversify the Funds holdings within Georgia. The
Subadviser also tries to identify and invest in municipal issuers with improving credit and avoid
those with deteriorating credit. The Subadviser may retain securities if the rating of the
security falls below investment grade and the Subadviser deems retention of the security to be in
the best interests of the Fund.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, derivative instruments
(such as swaps, including interest rate swaps, futures, options and inverse floaters) to use as a
substitute for a purchase or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a
strategy designed to reduce exposure to other risks, such as interest rate risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase. U. S.
Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes referred to
as junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile than investment
grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than higher quality
securities.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating of
a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Concentration Risk: The Funds concentration of investments in securities of issuers located in
Georgia subjects the Fund to economic and government policies within Georgia.
Municipal Securities Risk: Litigation, legislation or other political events, local business or
economic conditions or the bankruptcy of the issuer could have a significant effect on an issuers
ability to make payments of principal and/or interest or otherwise affect the value of such
securities. The value of these securities may decline because of a market perception that the
issuer may not make payments on time.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Futures Contract Risk: The Fund may enter into futures contracts. The risks associated with futures
include: the Subadvisers ability to manage these instruments, the potential inability to terminate
or sell
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a position, the lack of a liquid secondary market for the Funds position and the risk that the
counterparty to the transaction will not meet its obligations.
Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as swaps and futures may
create leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more volatile than if the Fund had not
been leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease
in the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
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[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
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[(DATE)] |
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* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Barclays Capital Municipal Bond Index. These returns reflect applicable sales
charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated.
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. Your actual after-tax returns
will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not
relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k)
plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares.
After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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1 Year |
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5 year |
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10 Years |
A Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on Distributions |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale
of Fund Shares |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
Barclays Capital
Municipal Bond Index
(reflects no deduction
for fees, expenses or
taxes) |
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12.91 |
% |
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4.32 |
% |
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5.75 |
% |
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[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver Capital Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Chris Carter, CFA, serves as Director of StableRiver and has managed the Fund since August
2003.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
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Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares
|
|
None |
Tax Information
Capital gains, if any, will be distributed on an annual basis. The Fund intends to distribute
income that is exempt from regular federal and Georgia income taxes. A portion of the Funds
distributions may be subject to Georgia or federal income taxes or to the federal alternative
minimum tax.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The High Grade Municipal Bond Fund (the Fund) seeks yield driven by seeking current income exempt
from regular federal income tax other than the alternative minimum tax while preserving capital.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
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|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on Purchases (as
a % of offering price) |
|
|
4.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.55 |
% |
|
|
0.55 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
Fee Waiver and/or Expense Reimbursement(1) |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses after Fee
Waiver and/or Expense Reimbursement |
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% |
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[ ] |
% |
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(1) |
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The Adviser and the Subadviser have contractually agreed to waive
fees and reimburse expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total Annual
Operating Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute dividend expenses
on securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and acquired fund fees and expenses)
from exceeding 0.80% and 0.65% for the A and I Shares, respectively. This agreement
shall terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory Agreement between the
Trust and the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written notice to the Adviser by the
Trust. |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most
recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its
portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in investment grade
municipal securities, including securities subject to the alternative minimum tax, with income
exempt from regular federal income tax. The Fund may invest up to 20% of its assets in securities
rated below investment grade by either Moodys Investors Service or Standard & Poors Ratings
Services or unrated securities that the Funds subadviser, StableRiver Capital Management LLC (the
Subadviser), believes are of comparable quality. Up to 20% of the Funds assets may also be
invested in certain taxable debt securities.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Subadviser tries to limit risk as much as
possible. Based on the Subadvisers analysis of municipalities, credit risk, market trends and
investment cycles, the Subadviser attempts to invest more of the Funds assets in undervalued
market sectors and less in overvalued sectors. The Subadviser anticipates that the Funds average
weighted maturity will range from 5 to 25 years. The Subadviser may retain securities if the
rating of the security falls below investment grade and the Subadviser deems retention of the
security to be in the best interests of the Fund.
Under normal circumstances, the Fund will invest at least 65% of its assets in municipal securities
insured or protected as to timely payment of principal and interest. The Subadviser considers
insured or protected bonds to be those bonds covered by a municipal bond insurance company, a
recognized state credit enhancement program, the Treasury Guarantee Program, or in a pre-refunded
position. These situations reduce (but do not eliminate) credit risk.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell derivative instruments
(such as swaps, including interest rate swaps, futures, options and inverse floaters) to use as a
substitute for a purchase or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a
strategy designed to reduce exposure to other risks, such as interest rate risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase. U.S.
Government securities can exhibit price movements requlting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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
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perception that the owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Municipal Securities Risk: Litigation, legislation or other political events, local business or
economic conditions or the bankruptcy of the issuer could have a significant effect on an issuers
ability to make payments of principal or interest or otherwise affect the value of such securities.
The value of these securities may decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not
make payments on time. These securities are subject to the economic conditions and government
policies of their respective state or municipality.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes referred to
as junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile than investment
grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than higher quality
securities.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Futures Contract Risk: The Fund may enter into futures contracts. The risks associated with futures
include: the Subadvisers ability to manage these instruments, the potential inability to terminate
or sell a position, the lack of a liquid secondary market for the Funds position and the risk that
the counterparty to the transaction will not meet its obligations.
Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as swaps and futures may create
leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more volatile than if the Fund had not been
leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in
the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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[ ]%
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[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
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* |
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
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This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Barclays Capital Municipal Bond Index. These returns reflect applicable sales
charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated.
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. Your actual after-tax returns
will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not
relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k)
plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares.
After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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A Shares Returns
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[ ] |
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% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale
of Fund Shares |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Barclays Capital
Municipal Bond Index
(reflects no deduction
for fees, expenses or
taxes) |
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12.91 |
% |
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4.32 |
% |
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5.75 |
% |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver Capital Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Ronald Schwartz, CFA, serves as Managing Director of StableRiver and has managed the Fund since
its inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amount for the Funds A Shares is $2,000, although these minimums
may be reduced or waived in some cases. There is no minimum initial investment amount for the
Funds I Shares. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund (the Fund) seeks high total return through (i) current
income that is exempt from federal income taxes and (ii) capital appreciation, while preserving the
principal amount invested.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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Shareholder Fees |
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(fees paid directly from your investment) |
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Class A |
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Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
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4.75 |
% |
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None |
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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(expenses that you pay each year as a |
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percentage of the value of your investment) |
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Class A |
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Class I |
Management Fees |
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0.49 |
% |
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0.49 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
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0.30 |
% |
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None |
Other Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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I Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most
recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its
portfolio.
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Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in investment grade tax-exempt obligations, like
municipal securities. The issuers of these securities may be located in any U.S. state, territory
or possession. In addition, the Fund may invest up to 20% of its assets in securities subject to
the alternative minimum tax or in certain taxable debt securities.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Funds subadviser, StableRiver Capital
Management LLC (the Subadviser) tries to limit risk as much as possible. Based on the
Subadvisers analysis of municipalities, credit risk, market trends and investment cycles, the
Subadviser attempts to invest more of the Funds assets in undervalued market sectors and less in
overvalued sectors. The Subadviser also tries to identify and invest in municipal issuers with
improving credit and avoid those with deteriorating credit. The Subadviser anticipates that the
Funds average weighted maturity will range from 4 to 10 years. The Fund invests in securities
rated investment grade by at least one national securities rating agency or unrated securities that
the Subadviser believes are of comparable quality. The Subadviser may retain securities if the
rating of the security falls below investment grade and the Subadviser deems retention of the
security to be in the best interests of the Fund.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, derivative instruments
(such as swaps, including interest rate swaps, futures, options and inverse floaters) to use as a
substitute for a purchase or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a
strategy designed to reduce exposure to other risks, such as interest rate risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase. U.S.
Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Municipal Securities Risk: Litigation, legislation or other political events, local business or
economic conditions or the bankruptcy of the issuer could have a significant effect on an issuers
ability to make payments of principal or interest or otherwise affect the value of such securities.
The value of the securities may decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make
payments on time. These securities are subject to the economic conditions and government policies
of their respective state or municipality.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes referred to as
junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile than investment
grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than higher quality
securities.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
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Futures Contract Risk: The Fund may enter into futures contracts. The risks associated with futures
include: the Subadvisers ability to manage these instruments, the potential inability to terminate
or sell a position, the lack of a liquid secondary market for the Funds position and the risk that
the counterparty to the transaction will not meet its obligations.
Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as swaps and futures may create
leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more volatile than if the Fund had not been
leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in
the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
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|
[(DATE)] |
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* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Barclays Capital Municipal Bond Index 1-15 Year Blend Index. These returns
reflect applicable sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of
the period indicated. 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. Your
actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those shown.
After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax
deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns
are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale
of Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Barclays Capital
Municipal Bond Index
1-15 Year Blend
(reflects no deduction
for fees, expenses or
taxes) |
|
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8.90 |
% |
|
|
4.40 |
% |
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5.42 |
% |
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[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver Capital Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Manager
Mr. Ronald Schwartz, CFA, serves as Managing Director of StableRiver and has managed the Fund since
the its inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amount for the Funds A Shares is $2,000, although these minimums
may be reduced or waived in some cases. There is no minimum initial investment amount for the
Funds I Shares. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
Tax Information
Capital gains, if any, will be distributed on an annual basis. The Fund intends to distribute
income that is exempt from regular federal income taxes. A portion of the Funds distributions may
be subject to federal income taxes or to the federal alternative minimum tax.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
137
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Maryland Municipal Bond Fund (the Fund) seeks high current income exempt from regular federal
income tax and Maryland income tax, consistent with preservation of capital.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
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|
|
Shareholder Fees |
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|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
4.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.55 |
% |
|
|
0.55 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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|
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1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most
recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its
portfolio.
138
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in municipal
securities, including securities subject to the alternative minimum tax, with income exempt from
regular federal income tax and Maryland income tax. Issuers of these securities can be located in
Maryland, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories and possessions. In addition, the Fund may invest
up to 20% of its assets in certain taxable debt securities.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Funds subadviser, StableRiver Capital
Management LLC (the Subadviser) tries to limit risk by buying primarily investment grade
securities. Based on the Subadvisers analysis of municipalities, credit risk, market trends and
investment cycles, the subadviser attempts to invest more of the Funds assets in undervalued
sectors and less in overvalued sectors..There are no limits on the Funds average weighted maturity
or on the remaining maturities of individual securities. The Subadviser may retain securities if
the rating of the security falls below investment grade and the Subadviser deems retention of the
security to be in the best interests of the Fund.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell derivative instruments
(such as swaps, including interest rate swaps, futures, options and inverse floaters) to use as a
substitute for a purchase or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a
strategy designed to reduce exposure to other risks, such as interest rate risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase. Interest
rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Concentration Risk: The Funds concentration of investments in securities of issuers located in
Maryland subjects the Fund to economic and government policies within Maryland.
Municipal Securities Risk: Litigation, legislation or other political events, local business or
economic conditions or the bankruptcy of the issuer could have a significant effect on an issuers
ability to
make payments of principal and/or interest or otherwise affect the value of such securities. The
value of these securities may decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make
payments on time.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes referred to as
junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile than investment
grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than higher quality
securities.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as swaps and futures may create
leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more volatile than if the Fund had not been
leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in
the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
139
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Barclays Capital Municipal Bond Index. These returns reflect applicable sales
charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated.
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. Your actual after-tax returns
will depend
on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to
investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or
individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax
returns for other classes will vary.
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|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After
Taxes on Distributions
and Sale of Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Barclays Capital
Municipal Bond Index
(reflects no deduction
for fees, expenses or
taxes) |
|
|
12.91 |
% |
|
|
4.32 |
% |
|
|
5.75 |
% |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
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Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver Capital Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. George E. Calvert, Jr., Director of StableRiver, has managed the Fund since August 2000.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amount for the Funds A Shares is $2,000, although these minimums
may be reduced or waived in some cases. There is no minimum initial investment amount for the
Funds I Shares. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
Tax Information
Capital gains, if any, will be distributed on an annual basis. The Fund intends to distribute
income that is exempt from regular federal and Maryland income taxes. A portion of the Funds
distributions may be subject to Maryland or federal income taxes or to the federal alternative
minimum tax.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund (the Fund) seeks current income exempt from federal and
state income taxes for North Carolina residents without undue risk.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Shareholder Fees |
|
|
|
|
(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
4.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.55 |
% |
|
|
0.55 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most
recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its
portfolio.
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Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in municipal securities
with income exempt from federal and North Carolina income taxes. Issuers of these securities can be
located in North Carolina, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories and possessions. In addition, the
Fund may invest up to 20% of its assets in securities subject to the alternative minimum tax or in
certain taxable debt securities.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Funds subadviser, StableRiver Capital
Management LLC (the Subadviser), tries to limit risk as much as possible. Based on the
Subadvisers analysis of municipalities, credit risk, market trends and investment cycles, the
Subadviser attempts to invest more of the Funds assets in undervalued market sectors and less in
overvalued sectors. The Subadviser tries to diversify the Funds holdings within North Carolina.
The Subadviser also tries to identify and invest in municipal issuers with improving credit and
avoid those with deteriorating credit. The Subadviser may retain securities if the rating of the
security falls below investment grade and the Subadviser deems retention of the security to be in
the best interests of the Fund.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell derivative instruments
(such as swaps, including interest rate swaps, futures, options and inverse floaters) to use as a
substitute for a purchase or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a
strategy designed to reduce exposure to other risks, such as interest rate risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase. U.S.
Government Securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Concentration Risk: The Funds concentration of investments in securities of issuers located in
North Carolina subjects the Fund to economic and government policies of North Carolina.
Municipal Securities Risk: Litigation, legislation or other political events, local business or
economic conditions or the bankruptcy of the issuer could have a significant effect on an issuers
ability to make payments of principal and/or interest or otherwise affect the value of such
securities. The value of these securities may decline because of a market perception that the
issuer may not make payments on time.
Non-Diversification Risk: The Fund is non-diversified, which means that it may invest in the
securities of relatively few issuers. As a result, the Fund may be more susceptible to a single
adverse economic or regulatory occurrence affecting one or more of these issuers, and may
experience increased volatility due to its investments in those securities.
Futures Contract Risk: The Fund may enter into futures contracts. The risks associated with futures
include: the Subadvisers ability to manage these instruments, the potential inability to terminate
or sell
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a position, the lack of a liquid secondary market for the Funds position and the risk that
the counterparty to the transaction will not meet its obligations.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as swaps and futures may create
leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more volatile than if the Fund had not been
leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in
the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes referred to
as junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile than investment
grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than higher quality
securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future. The Fund commenced operations on March 21, 2005. Performance between January 8, 2004
and March 21, 2005 is that of the CCMI Tax-Exempt North Carolina Bond Fund, the Funds predecessor.
The performance of the predecessor fund has not been adjusted to reflect the Funds A Share
expenses. If it had been, performance would have been lower.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
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* |
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Barclays Capital Municipal Bond Index. These returns reflect applicable sales
charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated.
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. Your actual after-tax returns
will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not
relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k)
plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares.
After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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Since Inception* |
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Before Taxes |
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% |
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[ ] |
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I Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After
Taxes on Distributions
and Sale of Fund Shares |
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[ ] |
% |
Barclays Capital
Municipal Bond Index
(reflects no deduction
for fees, expenses or
taxes) |
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12.91 |
% |
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4.32 |
% |
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4.29 |
% |
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* |
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Since inception of the predecessor fund on January 8, 2004. |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver Capital Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Chris Carter, CFA, Director of StableRiver, has managed the Fund since March 2005.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amount for the Funds A Shares is $2,000, although these minimums
may be reduced or waived in some cases. There is no minimum initial investment amount for the
Funds I Shares. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
Tax Information
Capital gains, if any, will be distributed on an annual basis. The Fund intends to distribute
income that is exempt from regular federal and North-Carolina income taxes. A portion of the Funds
distributions may be subject to North-Carolina or federal income taxes or to the federal
alternative minimum tax.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund (the Fund) seeks high current income exempt from
federal and Virginia income taxes, consistent with preservation of capital.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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Shareholder Fees |
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(fees paid directly from your investment) |
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Class A |
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Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
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4.75 |
% |
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None |
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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(expenses that you pay each year as a |
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percentage of the value of your investment) |
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Class A |
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Class I |
Management Fees |
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0.55 |
% |
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0.55 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
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0.15 |
% |
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None |
Other Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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I Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most
recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its
portfolio.
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Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in municipal
securities, including securities subject to the alternative minimum tax, with income exempt from
regular federal income tax and Virginia income tax. Issuers of these securities can be located in
Virginia, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories and possessions. In addition, the Fund may invest
up to 20% of its net assets in certain taxable debt securities.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Funds subadviser, StableRiver Capital
Management LLC (the Subadviser), tries to limit risk by buying investment grade securities.
Based on the Subadvisers analysis of municipalities, credit risk, market trends and investment
cycles, the subadviser attempts to invest more of the Funds assets in undervalued sectors and less
in overvalued sectors.. The Subadviser expects that the Funds average weighted maturity will range
from 5 to 10 years but there is no limit on the maturities of individual securities. The
Subadviser may retain securities if the rating of the security falls below investment grade and the
Subadviser deems retention of the security to be in the best interests of the Fund.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell derivative instruments
(such as swaps, including interest rate swaps, futures, options and inverse floaters) to use as a
substitute for a purchase or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a
strategy designed to reduce exposure to other risks, such as interest rate risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase. U.S.
Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Concentration Risk: The Funds concentration of investments in securities of issuers located in
Virginia subjects the Fund to economic and government policies of Virginia.
Municipal Securities Risk: Litigation, legislation or other political events, local business or
economic conditions or the bankruptcy of the issuer could have a significant effect on an issuers
ability to make payments of principal and/or interest or otherwise affect the value of such
securities. The value of these securities may decline because of a market perception that the
issuer may not make payments on time.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Futures Contract Risk: The Fund may enter into futures contracts. The risks associated with futures
include: the Subadvisers ability to manage these instruments, the potential inability to terminate
or sell
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a position, the lack of a liquid secondary market for the Funds position and the risk that
the counterparty to the transaction will not meet its obligations.
Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as swaps and futures may create
leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more volatile than if the Fund had not been
leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in
the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes referred to
as junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile than investment
grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than higher quality
securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Barclays Municipal Bond Index 1-15 Year Blend Index. These returns reflect
applicable sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the
period indicated. 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. Your actual
after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax
returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred
arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown
for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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|
|
|
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|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on
Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
|
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[ ] |
% |
Barclays Capital
Municipal Bond Index
1-15 Year Blend
(reflects no deduction
for fees, expenses or
taxes) |
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8.90 |
% |
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4.40 |
% |
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5.42 |
% |
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[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver Capital Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. George E. Calvert, Jr., Director of StableRiver, has managed the Fund since August 2000.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amount for the Funds A Shares is $2,000, although these minimums
may be reduced or waived in some cases. There is no minimum initial investment amount for the
Funds I Shares. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
Tax Information
Capital gains, if any, will be distributed on an annual basis. The Fund intends to distribute
income that is exempt from regular federal and Virginia income taxes. A portion of the Funds
distributions may be subject to Virginia or federal income taxes or to the federal alternative
minimum tax.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Short-Term Bond Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Short-Term Bond Fund (the Fund) seeks high current income, while preserving capital.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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Shareholder Fees |
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(fees paid directly from your investment) |
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Class A |
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Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
2.50 |
% |
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None |
|
None |
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|
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
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|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
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|
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|
|
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percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
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Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.40 |
% |
|
|
0.40 |
% |
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|
0.40 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.20 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
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None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
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A Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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I Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most
recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its
portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in a diversified
portfolio of short-to medium-term investment grade U.S. Treasury, corporate debt, mortgage-backed
and asset-backed securities. These securities may be rated investment grade by at least one
national securities rating agency or may be unrated securities that the Funds subadviser,
StableRiver Capital Management LLC (the Subadviser) believes are of comparable quality. The Fund
expects that it will normally maintain an effective maturity of 3 years or less. The Fund may
invest in foreign securities, which at times may be significant.
In selecting securities for purchase and sale, the Subadviser attempts to identify securities that
are expected to offer a comparably better investment return for a given level of risk. For example,
short-term bonds generally have better returns than money market instruments, with a fairly modest
increase in risk and/or volatility. The Subadviser manages the Fund from a total return
perspective. That is, the Subadviser makes day-to-day investment decisions for the Fund with a view
towards maximizing returns. The Subadviser analyzes, among other things, yields, market sectors and
credit risk in an effort to identify attractive investments with attractive risk/reward trade-off.
The Subadviser may retain securities if the rating of the security falls below investment grade and
the Subadviser deems retention of the security to be in the best interests of the Fund.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell derivative instruments
(such as swaps, including credit default swaps, futures and options) to use as a substitute for a
purchase or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to
reduce exposure to other risks, such as interest rate risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating of
a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase. U.S.
Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
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Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt instruments
that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets. The value of
these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying such securities,
swings in interest rates, changes in default rates, or deteriorating economic conditions. During
periods of declining asset values, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities may face valuation
difficulties, become more volatile and/or illiquid. The risk of default is generally higher in the
case of securities backed by loans made to borrowers with sub-prime credit metrics.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
Foreign Securities Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency fluctuations,
economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information and unfavorable
political or legal developments and delays in enforcement of rights.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Futures Contract Risk: The Fund may enter into futures contracts. The risks associated with futures
include: the Subadvisers ability to manage these instruments, the potential inability to terminate
or sell a position, the lack of a liquid secondary market for the Funds position and the risk that
the counterparty to the transaction will not meet its obligations.
Swap Risk: The Fund may enter into swap agreements, including credit default swaps, for purposes
of attempting to gain exposure to a particular asset without actually purchasing that asset, or to
hedge a position. Credit default swaps may increase the Funds exposure to credit risk and could
result in losses if the Subadviser does not correctly evaluate the creditworthiness of the entity
on
which the credit default swap is based. Swap agreements may also subject the Fund to the risk that
the counterparty to the transaction may not meet its obligations.
Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as swaps and futures may
create leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more volatile than if the Fund had not
been leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease
in the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes referred to
as junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile than investment
grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than higher quality
securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
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[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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Best Quarter |
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Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
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[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
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[(DATE)] |
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* |
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Citigroup 1-3 Year Government/Credit Index and the Barclays Capital 1-3 Year
Government/Credit Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and assume shareholders
redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation
and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold
their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement
accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes
will vary.
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1 Year |
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale
of Fund Shares |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Citigroup 1-3 Year
Government/Credit
Index (reflects no
deduction for fees,
expenses or taxes)* |
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3.80 |
% |
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4.35 |
% |
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4.90 |
% |
Barclays Capital 1-3 Year
Government/Credit Index (reflects no
deduction for fees,
expenses or taxes) |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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* |
|
Effective March 31, 2010, the Fund transitioned its benchmark from the Citigroup 1-3 Year
Government/Credit Index to the Barclays Capital 1-3 Year Government/Credit Index as it is more
prominently used as the industry standard for fixed income benchmarks. |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
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Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver Capital Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
The Fund is managed by a portfolio management team comprised of Mr. H. Rick Nelson, Chief Executive
Officer and Chief Investment Officer of StableRiver and Managing Director of the Adviser, Mr.
Robert W. Corner Managing Director of StableRiver and Managing Director of the
Adviser and Mr. Chad Stephens Director of StableRiver and Vice President of the Adviser . Mr.
Nelson and Mr. Corner have co-managed the Fund since 2003 while Mr. Stephens has co- managed the
Fund since 2008.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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Class |
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Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
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$2,000 |
C Shares |
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$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares
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|
None |
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generall taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund (the Fund) seeks high current income, while
preserving capital.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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Shareholder Fees |
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(fees paid directly from your investment) |
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Class A |
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Class C |
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Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on Purchases (as
a % of offering price) |
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2.50 |
% |
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None |
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None |
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of |
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the value of your investment) |
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Class A |
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Class C |
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Class I |
Management Fees |
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0.40 |
% |
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0.40 |
% |
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|
0.40 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.18 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Fee Waiver and/or Expense Reimbursement (1) |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses after Fee Waiver
and/or Expense Reimbursement |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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(1) |
|
The Adviser and the Subadviser have contractually agreed to waive
fees and reimburse expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total Annual
Operating Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute dividend expenses on
securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and acquired fund fees and expenses) from
exceeding 0.73%, 1.55% and 0.55% for the A, C and I Shares, respectively. This agreement
shall terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory Agreement between the Trust and
the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written notice to the Adviser by the Trust. |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
|
5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most
recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its
portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests exclusively in short-term U.S. Treasury securities (those with remaining
maturities of 5 years or less) and shares of registered money market funds that invest in the
foregoing. The Fund intends to maintain an average weighted maturity from 1 to 3 years.
The Funds subadviser, StableRiver Capital Management LLC (the Subadviser) manages the Fund from
a total return perspective. That is, the Subadviser makes day to day investment decisions for the
Fund with a view toward maximizing total return. In selecting investments for purchase and sale,
the Subadviser attempts to identify U.S. Treasury securities with maturities that offer a
comparably better return potential and yield than either shorter maturity or longer maturity
securities for a given level of interest rate risk.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or
sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as interest rate risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Short-term U.S. Government Debt Securities Risk: Short-term U.S. Treasury securities may
underperform other segments of the fixed income market or the fixed income market as a whole.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will lose value because of increases in interest rates. U.S.
Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
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Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Citigroup 1-3 Year Treasury Index and the Barclays Capital 1-3 Year U.S.
Treasury Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all
of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may differ from
those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund shares
through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts.
After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
|
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|
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Citigroup 1-3 Year
Treasury Index (reflects
no deduction for fees,
expenses or taxes)* |
|
|
0.72 |
% |
|
|
3.99 |
% |
|
|
4.46 |
% |
Barclays Capital 1-3 Year U.S. Treasury
Index (reflects
no deduction for fees,
expenses or taxes)* |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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|
|
|
* |
|
Effective March 31, 2010, the Fund transitioned its benchmark from the Citigroup 1-3 Year
Treasury Index to the Barclays Capital 1-3 Year Treasury Index as it is more prominently used as
the industry standard for fixed income benchmarks, is widely used by
the Adviser and provides
enhanced systems access for performance attribution purposes. |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver Capital Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
The Fund is managed by a portfolio management team comprised of Mr. H. Rick Nelson, Chief Executive
Officer and Chief Investment Officer of StableRiver and Managing Director of the Adviser, Mr.
Robert W. Corner, Managing Director of StableRiver and Managing Director of the Adviser and Mr.
Chad Stephens, Director of StableRiver and Vice President of the Adviser .
Mr. Nelson and Mr. Stephens have co-managed the Fund since 2005 while Mr. Corner has co- managed
the Fund since 2008.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. The Fund offers I
Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of
customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please
consult your financial institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of
the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares
|
|
None |
Tax Information
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The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Summary Section
I Shares
Investment Objective
The Ultra-Short Bond Fund (the Fund) seeks high current income consistent with preserving capital
and maintaining liquidity.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.22 |
% |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
|
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|
|
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|
|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in
annual fund
operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most recent fiscal
year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in short duration,
investment grade money market and fixed income securities including, but not limited to, U.S.
Treasury and agency securities, obligations of supranational entities and foreign governments,
domestic and
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foreign corporate debt obligations, taxable municipal debt securities, mortgage-backed
and asset-backed securities, repurchase agreements, and other mutual funds. The Funds investment
in foreign issuers may at times be significant. The Fund normally expects to maintain an average
effective duration between 3 months and 1 year. Individual purchases will generally be limited to
securities with an effective duration of less than 5 years. Duration measures a bond or Funds
sensitivity to interest rate changes and is expressed as a number of years. The higher the number,
the greater the risk. Under normal circumstances, for example, if a portfolio has a duration of
five years, its value will change by 5% if rates change by 1%. Shorter duration bonds result in
lower expected volatility.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, the Funds subadviser, StableRiver Capital
Management LLC (the Subadviser), attempts to maximize income by identifying securities that offer
an acceptable yield for a given level of credit risk and maturity. The Subadviser attempts to
identify short duration securities that offer a comparably better return potential and yield than
money market funds. The Subadviser may retain securities if the rating of the security falls below
investment grade and the Subadviser deems retention of the security to be in the best interests of
the Fund.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, derivative instruments
(such as swaps, including credit default swaps, futures and options) to use as a substitute for a
purchase or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to
reduce exposure to other risks, such as interest rate risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer 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 owner may not make payment on time. The lower the rating
of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase. U.S.
Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Short-term U.S. Government Debt Securities Risk: Short-term U.S. government debt securities may
underperform other segments of the fixed income market or the fixed income market as a whole.
Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt instruments
that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets. The value of
these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying such securities,
swings in interest rates, changes in default rates, or deteriorating economic conditions. During
periods of declining asset values, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities may face valuation
difficulties, become more volatile and/or illiquid. The risk of default is generally higher in the
case of securities backed by loans made to borrowers with sub-prime credit metrics.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
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Foreign Securities Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency fluctuations,
economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information and unfavorable
political or legal developments and delays in enforcement of rights.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
Futures Contract Risk: The Fund may enter into futures contracts. The risks associated with futures
include: the Subadvisers ability to manage these instruments, the potential inability to terminate
or sell a position, the lack of a liquid secondary market for the Funds position and the risk that
the counterparty to the transaction will not meet its obligations.
Swap Risk: The Fund may enter into swap agreements, including credit default swaps, for purposes
of attempting to gain exposure to a particular asset without actually purchasing that asset, or to
hedge a position. Credit default swaps may increase the Funds exposure to credit risk and could
result in losses if the Subadviser does not correctly evaluate the creditworthiness of the entity
on which the credit default swap is based. Swap agreements may also subject the Fund to the risk
that the counterparty to the transaction may not meet its obligations.
Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as swaps and futures may create
leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more volatile than if the Fund had not been
leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in
the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Citigroup 6 Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index and the Barclays Capital 3-6 Month
T-Bill Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of
their shares
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at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may
differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund
shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts.
After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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Treasury Bill Index to the Barclays Capital 3-6 Month Treasury Bill Index as it is more
prominently used as the industry standard for fixed income benchmarks. |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver Capital Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
The Fund is managed by a portfolio management team comprised of Mr. H. Rick Nelson, Chief Executive
Officer and Chief Investment Officer of StableRiver and Managing Director of the Adviser, Mr.
Robert W. Corner, Managing Director of StableRiver and Managing Director of the Adviser and Mr.
Chad Stephens, Director of StableRiver and Vice President of the Adviser .
Mr. Nelson and Mr. Corner have co-managed the Fund since 2004 while Mr. Stephens has co- managed
the Fund since 2006.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
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You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. The Fund offers I Shares to financial
institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of customers for whom
they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please consult your financial
institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of the Fund.
There is
no minimum initial investment amount for the Funds I Shares. There are no minimums for
subsequent investments.
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Summary Section
I Shares
Investment Objective
The U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund (the Fund) seeks high current income
consistent with preserving capital and maintaining liquidity.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund
pays transaction costs 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund
operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance. During the most recent fiscal
year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in short duration U.S.
Treasury securities, U.S. agency securities, U.S. agency mortgage-backed securities, repurchase
agreements, other U.S. government securities and shares of registered money market mutual funds
that invest in the foregoing. The Fund expects to maintain an average effective duration between 3
months
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and 1 year. Individual purchases will generally be limited to securities with an effective
duration of less than 5 years. Duration measures a bond or Funds sensitivity to interest rate
changes and is expressed as a number of years. The higher the number, the greater the risk. Under
normal circumstances, for example, if a portfolio has a duration of five years, its value will
change by 5% if rates change by 1%. Shorter duration bonds result in lower expected volatility.
In selecting securities for purchase and sale, the Funds subadviser, StableRiver Capital
Management LLC (the Subadviser), attempts to maximize income by identifying securities that offer
an acceptable yield for a given maturity.
In addition, to implement its investment strategy, the Fund may buy or sell, to a limited extent,
derivative instruments (such as futures, options and swaps) to use as a substitute for a purchase
or sale of a position in the underlying assets and/or as part of a strategy designed to reduce
exposure to other risks, such as interest rate risk.
Principal Investment Risks
Short-term U.S. Government Debt Securities Risk: Short-term U.S. government debt securities may
underperform other segments of the fixed income market or the fixed income market as a whole.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase. U.S.
Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt instruments
that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets. The value of
these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying such securities,
swings in interest rates, changes in default rates, or deteriorating economic conditions. During
periods of declining asset values, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities may face valuation
difficulties, become more volatile and/or illiquid. The risk of default is generally higher in the
case of securities backed by loans made to borrowers with sub-prime credit metrics.
If market interest rates increase substantially and the Funds adjustable-rate securities are not
able to reset to market interest rates during any one adjustment period, the value of the Funds
holdings and its net asset value may decline until the rates are able to reset to market rates. In
the event of a
dramatic increase in interest rates, the lifetime limit on a securitys interest rate may prevent
the rate from adjusting to prevailing market rates. In such an event the market value of the
security could decline substantially and affect the Funds net asset value.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, it is exposed to additional
volatility and potential loss.
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Futures Contract Risk: The Fund may enter into futures contracts. The risks associated with futures
include: the Subadvisers ability to manage these instruments, the potential inability to terminate
or sell a position, the lack of a liquid secondary market for the Funds position and the risk that
the counterparty to the transaction will not meet its obligations.
Leverage Risk: Certain transactions and the use of derivatives such as swaps and futures may create
leveraging risk. Leverage may cause the Fund to be more volatile than if the Fund had not been
leveraged. This is because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in
the value of the Funds portfolio securities.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to those of the Citigroup 6 Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index and the Barclays Capital 3-6 Month
U.S. Treasury Bill Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and assume shareholders
redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation
and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold
their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement
accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes
will vary.
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Effective March 31, 2010, the Fund transitioned its benchmark from the Citigroup 6 Month U.S.
Treasury Bill Index to the Barclays Capital 3-6 Month Treasury Bill Index as it is more
prominently used as the industry standard for fixed income benchmarks, is widely used by the
Adviser and provides enhanced systems access for performance attribution purposes. |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver Capital Management LLC is the
Funds subadviser.
Portfolio Management
The Fund is managed by a portfolio management team comprised of Mr. H. Rick Nelson, Chief Executive
Officer and Chief Investment Officer of StableRiver and Managing Director of the Adviser, Mr.
Robert W. Corner, Managing Director of StableRiver and Managing Director of the Adviser and Mr.
Chad Stephens, Director of StableRiver and Vice President of the Adviser . Mr. Nelson and Mr.
Corner have co-managed the Fund since 2004 while Mr. Stephens has co- managed the Fund since 2006.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. The Fund offers I Shares to financial
institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of customers for whom
they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please consult your financial
institution or intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of the Fund.
There is
no minimum initial investment amount for the Funds I Shares. There are no minimums for
subsequent investments.
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund
Summary Section
Institutional Shares
Investment Objective
The Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund (the Fund) seeks as high a level of current
income as is consistent with preservation of capital and liquidity. The Fund is a money market
fund that seeks to preserve the value of your investment at $1.00 per share.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the
Fund.
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Management Fees |
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Other Expenses |
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Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses |
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Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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Fee waiver and/or expense reimbursement(*) |
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Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
after fee waiver and/or expense reimbursement |
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The Adviser and the Subadviser have contractually agreed to
waive fees and reimburse expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total
Annual Operating Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute dividend
expenses on securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and acquired fund fees and
expenses) from exceeding 0.17% for the Institutional Shares. This agreement shall
terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory Agreement between the Trust and
the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written notice to the Adviser by the Trust. |
[RidgeWorth Investments has voluntarily undertaken to reduce its management fee and/or
subsidize certain expenses of the Fund to the extent necessary to maintain a minimum annualized net
yield of 0.00% for all share classes. This voluntary management fee reduction and/or expense
subsidy may be modified or discontinued by RidgeWorth Investments at any time without prior notice.
There can be no assurance that this fee reduction will be sufficient to avoid any loss.]
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund 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 Funds operating expenses
remain the same. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions
your costs would be:
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Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests exclusively in high quality U.S. dollar-denominated money market instruments. The
Fund invests in obligations of (i) the U.S. Treasury, (ii) agencies and instrumentalities of U.S.
and foreign governments, (iii) domestic and foreign banks, (iv) domestic and foreign corporate
issuers, and (v) supranational entities, and (vi) shares of registered money market Funds as well
as mortgage-backed securities and other asset-backed securities and repurchase agreements. The
Fund may invest a portion of its assets in securities that are restricted as to resale.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, StableRiver Capital Management LLC, the Funds
subadviser (StableRiver or the Subadviser), tries to increase income without adding undue risk
by analyzing maturity, yields, market sectors and credit risk. As a money market fund, the Fund
follows strict rules about credit risk, maturity and diversification of its investments.
The Fund may also invest in instruments issued by municipalities and issuers that pay income
exempt from federal income taxes and are subject to the alternative minimum tax.
Principal Investment Risks
Income Risk: An investment in the Fund is subject to income risk, which is the possibility that
the Funds yield will decline due to falling interest rates.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase. U.S.
Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer will fail to make timely
payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, reducing the Funds return. The lower the
rating of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Foreign Investment Risk: Dollar denominated securities of foreign issuers involve special risks
such as economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information and
unfavorable political or legal developments.
Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt
instruments that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets.
The value of these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying
such securities, swings in interest rates, changes in default rates, or deteriorating economic
conditions. During periods of declining asset values, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities
may face valuation difficulties, become more volatile and/or illiquid. The risk of default is
generally higher in the case of securities backed by loans made to borrowers with sub-prime
credit metrics.
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Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
Municipal Securities Risk: Litigation, legislation, or other political events, local business or
economic conditions or the bankruptcy of the issuer could have a significant effect on an issuers
ability to make payments of principal or interest or otherwise affect the value of such
securities. The value of these securities may decline because of a market perception that the
issuer may not make payments on time. These securities are subject to the economic conditions
and government policies of their respective state or municipality.
To the extent that the aggregate market value of the Funds assets materially varies from the
aggregate of the acquisition prices of those assets, the Fund may not be able to maintain a stable
share price of $1.00. This risk typically is higher during periods of rapidly changing interest
rates or when issuer credit quality generally is falling, and is made worse when the Fund
experiences significant redemption requests.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any government agency. In addition, although a money market fund seeks to
keep a constant price per share of $1.00, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform
in the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds Institutional Shares from year to
year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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[(DATE)]
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the iMoneyNet, Inc. First Tier Institutional Average. These returns assume
shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. To obtain information
about the Funds current yield, call 1-888-784-3863.
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iMoneyNet, Inc.
First Tier
Institutional
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no deduction for
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Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver is the Funds subadviser.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem
Institutional Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are
authorized to place transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your
financial institution or intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share
transactions.
The minimum initial investment for Institutional Shares of the Fund is $5,000,000 although this
minimum may be reduced or waived in some cases. Institutions that have multiple qualifying
accounts (e.g., a pension plan and a foundation) may aggregate those accounts to meet minimum
purchase requirements. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account. Such tax-deferred arrangements may be taxed later upon withdrawal of
monies from those arrangements.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund
Summary Section
Institutional Shares
Investment Objective
The Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund (the Fund) seeks high current
interest income exempt from federal income taxes, while preserving capital and liquidity. The Fund
is a money market fund that seeks to preserve the value of your investment at $1.00 per share.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the
Fund.
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Management Fees |
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Other Expenses |
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The Adviser and the Subadviser have contractually agreed to
waive fees and reimburse expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep
Total Annual Operating Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute
dividend expenses on securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and acquired fund
fees and expenses) from exceeding 0.20% for the Institutional Shares. This agreement
shall terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory Agreement between the
Trust and the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written notice to the Adviser by
the Trust. |
[RidgeWorth Investments has voluntarily undertaken to reduce its management fee and/or
subsidize certain expenses of the Fund to the extent necessary to maintain a minimum annualized net
yield of 0.00% for all share classes. This voluntary management fee reduction and/or expense
subsidy may be modified or discontinued by RidgeWorth Investments at any time without prior notice.
There can be no assurance that this fee reduction will be sufficient to avoid any loss.]
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund 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 Funds operating expenses
remain the same. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions
your costs would be:
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Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests substantially all of its net assets in money market instruments issued by
municipalities and issuers that pay income exempt from regular federal income tax. The Fund may
invest up to 100% of its net assets in securities subject to the alternative minimum tax. The Fund
may invest a portion of its assets in securities that are restricted as to resale.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, StableRiver Capital Management LLC, the Funds
subadviser (StableRiver or the Subadviser), analyzes the credit quality and structure of each
security to minimize risk and attempts to increase income without adding undue risk by analyzing
maturity, yields, market sectors and credit risk. As a money market fund, the Fund follows strict
rules about credit risk, maturity and diversification of its investments.
The Subadviser actively manages the Funds average maturity based on current interest rates and
the Subadvisers outlook of the market.
Principal Investment Risks
Income Risk: An investment in the Fund is subject to income risk, which is the possibility that
the Funds yield will decline due to falling interest rates.
Municipal Securities Risk: Municipal securities are subject to the risk that litigation,
legislation or other political events, local business or economic conditions or the bankruptcy of
the issuer could have a significant effect on an issuers ability to make payments of principal
and/or interest or otherwise affect the value of such securities. The value of these securities
may decline because of a market perception that the issuer may not make payments on time. These
securities are subject to the economic conditions and government policies of their respective
state or municipality.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer will fail to make timely
payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, reducing the Funds return. The lower the
rating of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
To the extent that the aggregate market value of the Funds assets materially varies from the
aggregate of the acquisition prices of those assets, the Fund may not be able to maintain a stable
share price of $1.00. This risk typically is higher during periods of rapidly changing interest
rates or when issuer credit quality generally is falling, and is made worse when the Fund
experiences significant redemption requests.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any government agency. In addition, although a money market fund seeks to
keep a constant price per share of $1.00, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform
in the future.
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This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds Institutional Shares from year to
year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the iMoneyNet, Inc. Tax-Free Institutional Average. These returns assume
shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. To obtain information
about the Funds current yield, call 1-888-784-3863.
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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Since |
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Inception |
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|
1 Year |
|
(8/2/2005) |
Fund |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
iMoneyNet, Inc. Tax-Free
Institutional Average* (reflects no
deduction for fees, expenses or
taxes) |
|
|
0.27 |
% |
|
|
2.10 |
% |
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver is the Funds subadviser.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem
Institutional Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are
authorized to place transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your
financial institution or intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share
transactions.
The minimum initial investment for Institutional Shares of the Fund is $10,000,000. Institutions
that have multiple qualifying accounts (e.g., a pension plan and a foundation) may aggregate those
accounts to meet minimum purchase requirements. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
Tax Information
The Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual
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retirement account. Such tax-deferred arrangements may be taxed later upon withdrawal of
monies from those arrangements.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Institutional U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund
Summary Section
Institutional Shares
Investment Objective
The Institutional U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund (the Fund) seeks high current
income to the extent consistent with the preservation of capital and the maintenance of liquidity.
The Fund is a money market fund that seeks to preserve the value of your investment at $1.00 per
share.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the
Fund.
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of |
|
Institutional |
the value of your investment) |
|
Shares |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.14 |
% |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Fee waiver and/or expense reimbursement(*) |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
after fee waiver and/or expense reimbursement |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
|
(*) |
|
The Adviser and the Subadviser have contractually agreed to waive
fees and reimburse expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total
Annual Operating Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute
dividend expenses on securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and acquired fund
fees and expenses) from exceeding 0.20% for the Institutional Shares. This agreement
shall terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory Agreement between the
Trust and the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written notice to the Adviser by
the Trust. |
[RidgeWorth Investments has voluntarily undertaken to reduce its management fee and/or
subsidize certain expenses of the Fund to the extent necessary to maintain a minimum annualized net
yield of 0.00% for all share classes. This voluntary management fee reduction and/or expense
subsidy may be modified or discontinued by RidgeWorth Investments at any time without prior notice.
There can be no assurance that this fee reduction will be sufficient to avoid any loss
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund 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 Funds operating expenses
remain the same. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions
your costs would be:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
$[ ] |
|
$[ ] |
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ] |
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests exclusively in U.S. Treasury obligations, obligations issued or guaranteed as to
principal and interest by agencies or instrumentalities of the U.S. Government, repurchase
agreements collateralized by these securities, and shares of registered money market funds that
invest in the foregoing.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, StableRiver Capital Management LLC, the Funds
subadviser (StableRiver or the Subadviser), tries to increase income without adding undue risk
by analyzing yields. The Subadviser actively manages the maturity of the Fund and its portfolio to
maximize the Funds yield based on current market interest rates and the Subadvisers outlook on
the market. As a money market fund, the Fund follows strict rules about credit risk, maturity and
diversification of its investments.
Principal Investment Risks
Income Risk: An investment in the Fund is subject to income risk, which is the possibility that
the Funds yield will decline due to falling interest rates.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase.
U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt
instruments that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets.
The value of these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying
such securities, swings in interest rates, changes in default rates, or deteriorating economic
conditions. During periods of declining asset values, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities
may face valuation difficulties, become more volatile and/or illiquid. The risk of default is
generally higher in the case of securities backed by loans made to borrowers with sub-prime
credit metrics.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
To the extent that the aggregate market value of the Funds assets materially varies from the
aggregate of the acquisition prices of those assets, the Fund may not be able to maintain a stable
share price of $1.00. This risk typically is higher during periods of rapidly changing interest
rates or when issuer credit quality generally is falling, and is made worse when the Fund
experiences significant redemption requests.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any government agency. In addition, although a money market fund seeks to
keep a constant price per share of $1.00, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
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Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform
in the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds Institutional Shares from year to
year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the iMoneyNet, Inc. Government Institutional Average. These returns assume
shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. To obtain information
about the Funds current yield, call 1-888-784-3863.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
Fund |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
iMoneyNet, Inc.
Government
Institutional
Average (reflects
no deduction for
fees, expenses or
taxes) |
|
|
0.09 |
% |
|
|
2.73 |
% |
|
|
2.61 |
% |
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver is the Funds subadviser.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem
Institutional Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are
authorized to place transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your
financial institution or intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share
transactions.
The minimum initial investment for Institutional Shares of the Fund is $10,000,000 although this
minimum may be reduced or waived in some cases. Institutions that have multiple qualifying
accounts (e.g., a pension plan and a foundation) may aggregate those accounts to meet minimum
purchase requirements. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
Tax Information
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The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account. Such tax-deferred arrangements may be taxed later upon withdrawal of
monies from those arrangements.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Institutional U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market Fund
Summary Section
Institutional Shares and Corporate Trust Shares
Investment Objective
The Institutional U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market Fund (the Fund) seeks as high a level of
current income as is consistent with preservation of capital and liquidity. The Fund is a money
market fund that seeks to preserve the value of your investment at $1.00 per share.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the
Fund.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of |
|
Institutional |
|
Corporate |
the value of your investment) |
|
Shares |
|
Trust Shares |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.14 |
% |
|
|
0.14 |
% |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Fee waiver and/or expense reimbursement(*) |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
after fee waiver and/or expense reimbursement |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
|
(*) |
|
The Adviser and the Subadviser have contractually agreed to waive fees and
reimburse expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total Annual Operating Expenses
(excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute dividend expenses on securities sold short,
extraordinary expenses and Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses) from exceeding 0.20% and 0.45% for the
Institutional and Corporate Trust Shares, respectively. This agreement shall terminate upon the
termination of the Investment Advisory Agreement between the Trust and the Adviser, or it may be
terminated upon written notice to the Adviser by the Trust. |
[RidgeWorth Investments has voluntarily undertaken to reduce its management fee and/or
subsidize certain expenses of the Fund to the extent necessary to maintain a minimum annualized net
yield of 0.00% for all share classes. This voluntary management fee reduction and/or expense
subsidy may be modified or discontinued by RidgeWorth Investments at any time without prior notice.
There can be no assurance that this fee reduction will be sufficient to avoid any loss.]
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund 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 Funds operating expenses
remain the same. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions
your costs would be:
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ]
|
|
$[ ] |
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests exclusively in U.S. Treasury obligations, repurchase agreements collateralized by
these securities, and shares of registered money market funds that invest exclusively in the
foregoing.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, StableRiver Capital Management LLC, the Funds
subadviser (StableRiver or the Subadviser), tries to increase income without adding undue risk
by analyzing yields for various maturities. The Subadviser actively manages the maturity of the
Fund to maximize the Funds yield based on current market interest rates and the Subadvisers
outlook on the market. As a money market fund, the Fund follows strict rules about credit risk,
maturity and diversification of its investments.
Principal Investment Risks
Income Risk: An investment in the Fund is subject to income risk, which is the possibility that
the Funds yield will decline due to falling interest rates.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase.
U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
To the extent that the aggregate market value of the Funds assets materially varies from the
aggregate of the acquisition prices of those assets, the Fund may not be able to maintain a stable
share price of $1.00. This risk typically is higher during periods of rapidly changing interest
rates or when issuer credit quality generally is falling, and is made worse when the Fund
experiences significant redemption requests.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any government agency. In addition, although a money market fund seeks to
keep a constant price per share of $1.00, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform
in the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds Institutional Shares from year to
year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
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This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the iMoneyNet, Inc. Treasury and Repo Institutional Average. These returns assume
shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. To obtain information
about the Funds current yield, call 1-888-784-3863.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
Institutional
Shares Returns |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Before Taxes
Corporate Trust
Shares Returns |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Before Taxes
iMoneyNet, Inc.
Treasury and Reo
Institutional
Average (reflects
no deduction for
fees, expenses or
taxes) |
|
|
0.05 |
% |
|
|
2.63 |
% |
|
|
2.53 |
% |
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver is the Funds subadviser.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem
Institutional Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are
authorized to place transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your
financial institution or intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share
transactions.
The minimum initial investment for Institutional Shares of the Fund is $10,000,000 although this
minimum may be reduced or waived in some cases. Institutions that have multiple qualifying
accounts (e.g., a pension plan and a foundation) may aggregate those accounts to meet minimum
purchase requirements. There are no minimums for subsequent investments. [The Fund offers
Corporate Trust Shares only to accounts of various financial intermediaries with whom the Fund has
certain agreements. There is no minimum initial or subsequent investment for Corporate Trust
Shares.]
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account. Such tax-deferred arrangements may be taxed later upon withdrawal of
monies from those arrangements.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Prime Quality Money Market Fund
Summary Section
A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Prime Quality Money Market Fund (the Fund) seeks as high a level of current income as is
consistent with preservation of capital and liquidity. The Fund is a money market fund that seeks
to preserve the value of your investment at $1.00 per share.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the
Fund. Statement of Additional Information
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.49 |
% |
|
|
0.49 |
% |
|
|
0.49 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
[RidgeWorth Investments has voluntarily undertaken to reduce its management fee and/or subsidize
certain expenses of the Fund to the extent necessary to maintain a minimum annualized net yield of
0.00% for all share classes. This voluntary management fee reduction and/or expense subsidy may
be modified or discontinued by RidgeWorth Investments at any time without prior notice. There can
be no assurance that this fee reduction will be sufficient to avoid any loss.]
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund 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 Funds operating expenses
remain the same. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions
your costs would be:
|
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|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
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|
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|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
The Example does not reflect sales charges (loads) on reinvested dividends and other
distributions. If these sales charges (loads) were included, your costs would be higher.
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests exclusively in high quality U.S. money market instruments (including
mortgage-backed securities and other asset-backed securities) and foreign money market instruments
denominated in U.S. dollars. The Fund may invest a portion of its assets in securities that are
restricted as to resale.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, StableRiver Capital Management LLC, the Funds
subadviser (StableRiver or the Subadviser), tries to increase income without adding undue risk
by analyzing maturity, yields, market sectors and credit risk. As a money market fund, the Fund
follows strict rules about credit risk, maturity and diversification of its investments.
The Fund may also invest in instruments issued by municipalities and issuers that pay income
exempt from federal income taxes and are subject to the alternative minimum tax.
Principal Investment Risks
Income Risk: An investment in the Fund is subject to income risk, which is the possibility that
the Funds yield will decline due to falling interest rates.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase.
U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer will fail to make timely
payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, reducing the Funds return. The lower the
rating of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Foreign Investment Risk: Dollar denominated securities of foreign issuers involve special risks
such as economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable or financial information and
unfavorable political or legal developments.
Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt
instruments that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets.
The value of these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying
such securities, swings in interest rates, changes in default rates, or deteriorating economic
conditions. During periods of declining asset values, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities
may face valuation difficulties, become more volatile and/or illiquid. The risk of default is
generally higher in the case of securities backed by loans made to
borrowers with sub-prime
credit metrics.
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Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
Municipal Securities Risk: Litigation, legislation or other political events, local business or
economic conditions or the bankruptcy of the issuer could have a significant effect on an issuers
ability to make payments of principal and/or interest or otherwise affect the value of such
securities. The value of the municipal securities may decline because of a market perception that
the issuer may not make payments on time. These securities are subject to the economic
conditions and government policies of their respective state or municipality.
To the extent that the aggregate market value of the Funds assets materially varies from the
aggregate of the acquisition prices of those assets, the Fund may not be able to maintain a stable
share price of $1.00. This risk typically is higher during periods of rapidly changing interest
rates or when issuer credit quality generally is falling, and is made worse when the Fund
experiences significant redemption requests.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any government agency. In addition, although a money market fund seeks to
keep a constant price per share of $1.00, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform
in the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds A Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
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[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
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[(DATE)] |
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* |
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the iMoneyNet, Inc. First Tier Retail Average. These returns assume shareholders
redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation
and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold
their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement
accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes
will vary. To obtain information about the Funds current yield, call 1-888-784-3863.
186
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% |
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N/A |
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N/A |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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N/A |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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N/A |
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[ ] |
% |
iMoneyNet, Inc. First Tier Retail Average (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or taxes) |
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0.16 |
% |
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2.68 |
% |
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2.64 |
% |
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2.48 |
% |
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* |
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Since inception of the C Shares on October 4, 1999. Benchmark returns since September 30, 1999
(benchmark returns available only on a month end basis). |
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver is the Funds subadviser.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
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$2,000 |
C Shares |
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[$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts)] |
I Shares |
|
None |
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual
retirement account. Such tax-deferred arrangements may be taxed later upon withdrawal of monies
from those arrangements.
187
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
188
Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund (the Fund) seeks as high a level of current income that is
exempt from federal income taxes, while preserving capital and liquidity. The Fund is a money
market fund that seeks to preserve the value of your investment at $1.00 per share.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the
Fund.
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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(expenses that you pay each year as a |
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percentage of the value of your investment) |
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Class A |
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Class I |
Management Fees |
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0.54 |
% |
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0.54 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
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0.15 |
% |
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None |
Other Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
Acquired (Underlying) Fund Fees and Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
[RidgeWorth Investments has voluntarily undertaken to reduce its management fee and/or subsidize
certain expenses of the Fund to the extent necessary to maintain a minimum annualized net yield of
0.00% for all share classes. This voluntary management fee reduction and/or expense subsidy may
be modified or discontinued by RidgeWorth Investments at any time without prior notice. There can
be no assurance that this fee reduction will be sufficient to avoid any loss.]
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated and then redeem all of your shares at the end of those periods. The Example
also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and that the Funds operating expenses
remain the same. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions
your costs would be:
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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I Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
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Principal Investment Strategies
189
The Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in money market instruments issued by
municipalities and issuers that pay income exempt from federal income taxes. The Fund may also
invest significantly in shares of other suitable registered money market funds. In addition, the
Fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in securities subject to the alternative minimum tax.
The Fund may invest a portion of its assets in securities that are restricted as to resale.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, StableRiver Capital Management LLC, the Funds
subadviser (StableRiver or the Subadviser), analyzes the credit quality and structure of each
security to minimize risk. The Subadviser actively manages the Funds average maturity based on
current interest rates and the Subadvisers outlook of the market. As a money market fund, the
Fund follows strict rules about credit risk, maturity and diversification of its investments.
Principal Investment Risks
Income Risk: An investment in the Fund is subject to income risk, which is the possibility that
the Funds yield will decline due to falling interest rates.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer will fail to make timely
payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, reducing the Funds return. The lower the
rating of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Municipal Securities Risk: Litigation, legislation or other political events, local business or
economic conditions or the bankruptcy of the issuer could have a significant effect on an issuers
ability to make payments of principal and/or interest or otherwise affect the value of such
securities. The value of the municipal securities may decline because of a market perception that
the issuer may not make payments on time. These securities are subject to the economic conditions
and government policies of their respective state or municipality.
To the extent that the aggregate market value of the Funds assets materially varies from the
aggregate of the acquisition prices of those assets, the Fund may not be able to maintain a stable
share price of $1.00. This risk typically is higher during periods of rapidly changing interest
rates or when issuer credit quality generally is falling, and is made worse when the Fund
experiences significant redemption requests.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any government agency. In addition, although a money market fund seeks to
keep a constant price per share of $1.00, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform
in the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
190
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the iMoneyNet, Inc. Tax-Free Retail Average. These returns assume shareholders
redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation
and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold
their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement
accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes
will vary. To obtain information about the Funds current yield, call 1-888-784-3863.
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1 Year |
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
iMoneyNet, Inc. Tax-Free Retail Average
(reflects no deduction for fees, expenses or
taxes) |
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|
0.14 |
% |
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|
1.85 |
% |
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|
1.66 |
% |
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver is the Funds subadviser.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions
The minimum initial investment amount for each class is shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
191
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Class |
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Dollar Amount |
A Shares
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$2,000 |
I Shares
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None |
Tax Information
The Fund intends to distribute income that is exempt from regular federal income tax. A portion of
the Funds distributions may be subject to federal income tax or to the federal alternative minimum
tax.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of
Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by influencing
the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the Fund over
another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial intermediarys Web site
for more information.
192
U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund (the Fund) seeks as high a level of current
income as is consistent with the preservation of capital and the maintenance of liquidity. The
Fund is a money market fund that seeks to preserve the value of your investment at $1.00 per
share.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the
Fund.
|
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|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.44 |
% |
|
|
0.44 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Acquired (Underlying) Fund Fees and Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
[RidgeWorth Investments has voluntarily undertaken to reduce its management fee and/or subsidize
certain expenses of the Fund to the extent necessary to maintain a minimum annualized net yield of
0.00% for all share classes. This voluntary management fee reduction and/or expense subsidy may
be modified or discontinued by RidgeWorth Investments at any time without prior notice. There can
be no assurance that this fee reduction will be sufficient to avoid any loss.]
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund 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 Funds operating expenses
remain the same. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions
your costs would be:
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1 Year |
|
3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
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|
$ |
[ ] |
|
Principal Investment Strategies
193
The Fund invests exclusively in U.S. Treasury obligations, obligations issued or guaranteed as to
principal and interest by agencies or instrumentalities of the U.S. Government, repurchase
agreements collateralized by these securities, and shares of registered money market funds that
invest in the foregoing.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, StableRiver Capital Management LLC, the Funds
subadviser (StableRiver or the Subadviser), tries to increase income without adding undue risk
by analyzing yields. The Subadviser actively manages the maturity of the Fund and its portfolio to
maximize the Funds yield based on current market interest rates and the Subadvisers outlook on
the market. As a money market fund, the Fund follows strict rules about credit risk, maturity and
diversification of its investments.
Principal Investment Risks
Income Risk: An investment in the Fund is subject to income risk, which is the possibility that
the Funds yield will decline due to falling interest rates.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase.
U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt
instruments that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets.
The value of these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying
such securities, swings in interest rates, changes in default rates, or deteriorating economic
conditions. During periods of declining asset values, mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities
may face valuation difficulties, become more volatile and/or illiquid. The risk of default is
generally higher in the case of securities backed by loans made to
borrowers with sub-prime
credit metrics.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when securities are
called, the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to recover
additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates, resulting in an unexpected
capital loss.
To the extent that the aggregate market value of the Funds assets materially varies from the
aggregate of the acquisition prices of those assets, the Fund may not be able to maintain a stable
share price of $1.00. This risk typically is higher during periods of rapidly changing interest
rates or when issuer credit quality generally is falling, and is made worse when the Fund
experiences significant redemption requests.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any government agency. In addition, although a money market fund seeks to
keep a constant price per share of $1.00, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform
in the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
194
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
|
|
|
Best Quarter |
|
Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
|
|
[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
|
|
[(DATE)] |
|
|
|
* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the iMoneyNet, Inc. Government & Agencies Retail Average. These returns assume
shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax
situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors
who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual
retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for
other classes will vary. To obtain information about the Funds current yield, call
1-888-784-3863.
|
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|
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|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 Year |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
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[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on Distributions |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale of Fund Shares |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
iMoneyNet, Inc. Government & Agencies Retail
Average (reflects no deduction for fees,
expenses or taxes) |
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0.09 |
% |
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|
2.57 |
% |
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2.42 |
% |
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver is the Funds subadviser.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
195
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions
The minimum initial investment amount for each class is shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
|
|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares
|
|
$2,000 |
I Shares
|
|
None |
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account. Such tax-deferred arrangements may be taxed later upon withdrawal of
monies from those arrangements.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
196
U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund (the Fund) seeks as high a level of current income as is
consistent with preservation of capital and liquidity. The Fund is a money market fund that seeks
to preserve the value of your investment at $1.00 per share.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the
Fund.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
|
|
(expenses that you pay each year as a |
|
|
|
|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.54 |
% |
|
|
0.54 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
[RidgeWorth Investments has voluntarily undertaken to reduce its management fee and/or subsidize
certain expenses of the Fund to the extent necessary to maintain a minimum annualized net yield of
0.00% for all share classes. This voluntary management fee reduction and/or expense subsidy may
be modified or discontinued by RidgeWorth Investments at any time without prior notice. There can
be no assurance that this fee reduction will be sufficient to avoid any loss.]
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund 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 Funds operating expenses
remain the same. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions
your costs would be:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
|
5 Years |
|
10 Years |
A Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
I Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
|
$ |
[ ] |
|
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests exclusively in U.S. Treasury obligations, repurchase agreements collateralized by
obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Treasury, and shares of registered money market funds
that invest exclusively in the foregoing.
197
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, StableRiver Capital Management LLC, the Funds
subadviser (StableRiver or the Subadviser) tries to increase income without adding undue risk
by analyzing yields for various maturities. The Subadviser actively manages the maturity of the
Fund to maximize the Funds yield based on current market interest rates and the Subadvisers
outlook on the market. As a money market fund, the Fund follows strict rules about credit risk,
maturity and diversification of its investments.
Principal Investment Risks
Income Risk: An investment in the Fund is subject to income risk, which is the possibility that
the Funds yield will decline due to falling interest rates.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase. U.S.
Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
To the extent that the aggregate market value of the Funds assets materially varies from the
aggregate of the acquisition prices of those assets, the Fund may not be able to maintain a stable
share price of $1.00. This risk typically is higher during periods of rapidly changing interest
rates or when issuer credit quality generally is falling, and is made worse when the Fund
experiences significant redemption requests.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any government agency. In addition, although a money market fund seeks to
keep a constant price per share of $1.00, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform
in the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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[(DATE)]
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the iMoneyNet, Inc. Treasury & Repo Retail Average. These returns assume
shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax
situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors
who hold their Fund shares through tax
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deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual
retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for
other classes will vary. To obtain information about the Funds current yield, call
1-888-784-3863.
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After Taxes on
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I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions and
Sale of Fund Shares |
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iMoneyNet, Inc.
Treasury & Repo
Retail Average
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2.34 |
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2.25 |
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Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver is the Funds subadviser.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions
The minimum initial investment amount for each class is shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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2,000 |
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None |
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account. Such tax-deferred arrangements may be taxed later upon withdrawal of
monies from those arrangements.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund
Summary Section
A Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund (the Fund) seeks as high a level of current income that
is exempt from federal and Virginia income taxes, while preserving capital and liquidity. The Fund
is a money market fund that seeks to preserve the value of your investment at $1.00 per share.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the
Fund.
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Management Fees |
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0.40 |
% |
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0.40 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) fee |
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0.15 |
% |
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None |
Other Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Acquired (Underlying) Fund Fees and Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
[RidgeWorth Investments has voluntarily undertaken to reduce its management fee and/or subsidize
certain expenses of the Fund to the extent necessary to maintain a minimum annualized net yield of
0.00% for all share classes. This voluntary management fee reduction and/or expense subsidy may
be modified or discontinued by RidgeWorth Investments at any time without prior notice. There can
be no assurance that this fee reduction will be sufficient to avoid any loss.]
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund 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 Funds operating expenses
remain the same. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions
your costs would be:
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[ ] |
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The Fund invests at least 80% of its assets in money market instruments issued by municipalities
and issuers that pay income exempt from federal and Virginia income taxes. Issuers of these
securities can be located in Virginia, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories and possessions. The
Fund may also significantly invest in shares of other registered money market funds that have the
same principal investment strategy. In addition, the Fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets
in money market instruments subject to the alternative minimum tax. The Fund may invest a portion
of its assets in securities that are restricted as to resale.
In selecting investments for purchase and sale, StableRiver Capital Management LLC, the Funds
subadviser (StableRiver or the Subadviser), analyzes the credit quality and structure of each
security to minimize risk. The Subadviser actively manages the Funds average maturity based on
current interest rates and the Subadvisers outlook of the market. As a money market fund, the
Fund follows strict rules about credit risk, maturity and diversification of its investments.
Principal Investment Risks
Income Risk: An investment in the Fund is subject to income risk, which is the possibility that
the Funds yield will decline due to falling interest rates.
Concentration Risk: The Funds concentration of investments in securities of issuers located in
Virginia subjects the Fund to economic and government policies within Virginia.
Municipal Securities Risk: Litigation, legislation or other political events, local business or
economic conditions or the bankruptcy of the issuer could have a significant effect on an issuers
ability to make payments of principal and/or interest or otherwise affect the value of such
securities. The value of the municipal securities may decline because of a market perception that
the issuer may not make payments on time. These securities are subject to the economic conditions
and government policies of their respective state or municipality.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer will fail to make timely
payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, reducing the Funds return. The lower the
rating of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
To the extent that the aggregate market value of the Funds assets materially varies from the
aggregate of the acquisition prices of those assets, the Fund may not be able to maintain a stable
share price of $1.00. This risk typically is higher during periods of rapidly changing interest
rates or
when issuer credit quality generally is falling, and is made worse when the Fund experiences
significant redemption requests.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any government agency. In addition, although a money market fund seeks to
keep a constant price per share of $1.00, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform
in the future. This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year
to year.*
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[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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Best Quarter |
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Worst Quarter |
[ ]% |
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[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
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[(DATE)] |
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* |
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total return
from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the iMoneyNet, Inc. Tax-Free Retail Average. These returns assume shareholders
redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation
and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold
their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement
accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes
will vary. To obtain information about the Funds current yield, call 1-888-784-3863.
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1 Year |
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns
After Taxes on
Distributions and
Sale of Fund Shares |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
iMoneyNet, Inc.
Tax-Free Retail
Average (reflects
no deduction for
fees, expenses or
taxes) |
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0.14 |
% |
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1.85 |
% |
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1.66 |
% |
Investment Adviser and Subadviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser. StableRiver is the Funds subadviser.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A Shares
of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
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transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions
The minimum initial investment amount for each class is shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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Class |
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Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
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$2,000 |
I Shares |
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None |
Tax Information
Capital gains, if any, will be distributed on an annual basis. The Fund intends to distribute
income that is exempt from regular federal and Virginia income taxes. A portion of the Funds
distributions may be subject to Virginia or federal income taxes or to the federal alternative
minimum tax.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over
another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial intermediarys Web site
for more information.
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Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy
Summary Section
A Shares, B Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy (the Fund) seeks high capital appreciation.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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Class A |
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Class B |
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Class C |
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Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
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5.75 |
% |
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None |
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None |
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None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a % of net asset value) |
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None |
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5.00 |
% |
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1.00 |
% |
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None |
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses
(expenses that you pay each year as a
percentage of the value of your investment) |
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Class A |
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Class B |
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Class C |
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Class I |
Management Fees |
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0.10 |
% |
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0.10 |
% |
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0.10 |
% |
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0.10 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.75 |
% |
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1.00 |
% |
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None |
Other Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
[Fee Waivers and Expense Reimbursements*] |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Net Annual Operating Expenses |
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% |
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% |
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% |
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% |
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(*) |
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The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive fees and reimburse
expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total Annual Fund Operating
Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute dividend expenses on
securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and acquired fund fees and expenses) from
exceeding 0.50%, 0.95%, 1.20% and 0.20% for the Class A, B, C and I Shares, respectively.
This agreement shall terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory Agreement
between the Trust and the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written notice to the
Adviser by the Trust. |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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B Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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C Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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[ ] |
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[ ] |
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[ ] |
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[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
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A Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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B Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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C Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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[ ] |
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[ ] |
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[ ] |
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of the its assets in RidgeWorth Equity
Funds and exchange traded funds (ETFs) that invest in equities (together, Underlying Funds).
The Funds remaining assets may be invested in RidgeWorth Money Market Funds, securities issued by
the U.S. Government, its agencies or instrumentalities, repurchase agreements and short-term paper.
The Fund may invest in an Underlying Fund that:
invests in common stocks of real estate investment trusts (REITs) and companies
principally engaged in the real estate industry.
invests in common stocks and other equity securities of U.S. and non U.S. companies. The
Underlying Fund may invest in companies of any size and in both developed and emerging
markets.
is a 130/30 fund. A 130/30 fund is a fund that invests approximately 130 percent of its
assets in long positions, either directly or indirectly through derivatives, while
approximately 30 percent of its assets are sold short, either directly or indirectly
through derivatives. The proceeds from the short strategies may be used to purchase all or
a portion of the additional 30 percent of the long positions.
invests in inflation-protected public obligations of the U.S. Treasury, commonly known
as TIPS, which are securities issued by the U.S. Treasury that are designed to provide
inflation protection to investors.
In selecting a diversified portfolio of Underlying Funds, the Adviser analyzes many factors,
including the Underlying Funds investment objectives, total return, volatility and expenses.
The table below shows how the Adviser currently expects to allocate the Fund among asset classes.
The table also shows the sectors within those asset classes to which the Fund will currently have
exposure.
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Strategys Assets) |
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U.S. Equities |
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Principal Investment Risks
The value of an investment in the Fund is based primarily on the performance of the Underlying
Funds and the allocation of the Funds assets among them. The Advisers asset allocation decisions
may not anticipate market trends successfully. The risks of the Fund will directly correspond to
the risks of the Underlying Funds in which it invests. These risks will vary depending upon how the
assets are allocated among the Underlying Funds. The risks associated with investing in the
Underlying Funds are described in this section.
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value of the
Funds securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Large Company Risk: Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the
equity market or the equity market as a whole. Large capitalization companies may be less flexible
in evolving markets or unable to implement change as quickly as smaller capitalization companies.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks tend to perform differently from other
segments of the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks
of a larger company. Smaller companies may be newer or less established and may have limited
resources, products and markets. They may be less liquid.
Style Risk (Value): A value investing style may be out of favor in the marketplace. The
potential value of a security as perceived by an Underlying Funds investment subadviser may never
be realized by the market.
Style Risk (Growth): Growth stocks typically are sensitive to market movements because
their market prices tend to reflect future expectations. When it appears those expectations will
not be met, the prices of growth stocks typically fall.
Real Estate Risk: An investment in the Fund may be subject to many of the same risks as a
direct investment in real estate and the real estate owned by the companies in which it invests.
These risks include changes in economic conditions, interest rates, credit risk, property values,
property tax increases, overbuilding and increased competition, increasing vacancies or declining
rents, environmental contamination, zoning and natural disasters.
Because the Fund concentrates its investments in the real estate industry, the Funds performance
will be closely linked to the performance of the real estate markets.
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Foreign Investment Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency
fluctuations, economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information
and unfavorable political or legal developments. These risks are increased for investments in
emerging markets.
Exchange Traded Fund Risk: The risk of owning shares of an ETF generally reflects the risk
of owning the underlying securities the ETF is designed to track. Liquidity in an ETF could result
in more volatility than ownership of the underlying portfolio of securities. In addition, because
of ETF expenses, compared to owning the underlying securities directly, it may be more costly to
own an ETF.
Short Sales Risk: If the price of a stock goes up after a short sale, the Fund will lose
money because it will have to pay more to replace the borrowed stock than it received when it sold
the stock short. The amount of loss on a short sale is theoretically unlimited, as there is no
maximum attainable price of the shorted security.
Leverage Risk: The Funds short sales effectively leverage the Underlying Funds assets. It
is possible that the Underlying Fund may lose money on both long and short positions at the same
time. The Underlying Funds assets that are used as collateral to secure the short sales may
decrease in value while the short positions are outstanding, which may force the Underlying Fund to
use its other assets to increase the collateral. Leverage also creates interest expenses that may
decrease the Funds overall returns.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase.
U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, the Fund is exposed to
additional volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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Best Quarter |
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Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
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[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
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[(DATE)] |
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* |
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total
return from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
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This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of the S & P 500 Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and assume
shareholders redeem all of their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax
situation and may differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors
who hold their Fund shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual
retirement accounts. After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other
classes will vary.
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1 Year |
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5 Year |
|
10 Years |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
B Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on
Distributions |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
I Shares Returns After Taxes on
Distributions and Sale of Fund
Shares |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
S&P 500 Index (reflects no
deductions for fees, expenses or
taxes)* |
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26.46 |
% |
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0.42 |
% |
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-0.95 |
% |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Alan Gayle, Managing Director of the Adviser, has managed the Fund since its inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. B Shares are closed
to purchases by new and existing investors. The Funds offer I Shares to financial institutions and
intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of customers for whom they may act as
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fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please consult your financial institution or
intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
B Shares |
|
Closed to Purchases |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares
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|
None |
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Conservative Allocation Strategy
Summary Section
A Shares, B Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Conservative Allocation Strategy (the Fund) seeks high capital appreciation and current
income.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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Shareholder Fees |
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(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class B |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
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|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
|
None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a % of net asset value) |
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None |
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5.00 |
% |
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1.00 |
% |
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None |
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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(expenses that you pay each year as a |
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|
percentage of the value of your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class B |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Management Fees |
|
|
0.10 |
% |
|
|
0.10 |
% |
|
|
0.10 |
% |
|
|
0.10 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
|
0.75 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
[Fee Waivers and Expense Reimbursements*] |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
Net Annual Operating Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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(*) |
|
The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive fees and reimburse
expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total Annual Fund Operating
Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute dividend expenses on
securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and acquired fund fees and expenses) from
exceeding 0.50%, 0.95%, 1.20% and 0.20% for the Class A, B, C and I Shares, respectively.
This agreement shall terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory Agreement
between the Trust and the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written notice to the
Adviser by the Trust. |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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B Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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C Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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I Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
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1 Year |
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3 Years |
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5 Years |
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10 Years |
A Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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B Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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C Shares |
|
$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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I Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests pursuant to an asset allocation strategy in a combination of RidgeWorth Fixed
Income Funds and exchange traded funds (ETFs) that invest in bonds (together, Underlying Fixed
Income Funds), and to a lesser extent, RidgeWorth Equity Funds and ETFs that invest in equities
(together, Underlying Equity Funds) The Fund invests primarily in Underlying Fixed Income Funds,
but may invest up to 40% of the Funds assets in Underlying Equity Funds. The Funds remaining
assets may be invested in RidgeWorth Money Market Funds, securities issued by the U.S. Government,
its agencies or instrumentalities, repurchase agreements and short-term paper.
The Fund may invest in an Underlying Fund that:
invests in debt instruments, including mortgage- and asset-backed instruments, common
stocks and other equity securities of U.S. and non U.S. companies including those in both
developed and emerging markets.
invests in bank loans and other below investment grade instruments.
invests in inflation-protected public obligations of the U.S. Treasury, commonly known
as TIPS, which are securities issued by the U.S. Treasury that are designed to provide
inflation protection to investors.
In selecting a diversified portfolio of Underlying Fixed Income Funds and Underlying Equity Funds
(together, Underlying Funds), the Adviser analyzes many factors, including the Underlying Funds
investment objectives, total return, volatility and expenses.
The table below shows how the Adviser currently expects to allocate the Fund among asset classes.
The table also shows the sectors within those asset classes to which the Fund will currently have
exposure.
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Investment Range |
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(Percentage of the |
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|
Conservative Allocation |
Asset Class |
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Strategys Assets) |
|
Underlying Fixed Income Funds |
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|
60-80 |
% |
U.S. Investment Grade Bonds |
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U.S. High Yield Bonds |
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U.S. Floating Rate Securities (including Bank Loans) |
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International Bonds |
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Emerging Market Bonds |
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Underlying Equity Funds |
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20-40 |
% |
U.S. Equities |
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International Equities |
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|
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Emerging Market Equities |
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(All Capitalizations) |
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|
Underlying Money Market Funds |
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0-20 |
% |
|
The Fund holds Underlying Funds that buy and sell securities frequently, which may
result in higher transaction costs and lower performance, and will be more likely to generate
short-term capital gains (which are generally taxed at ordinary income tax rates).
Principal Investment Risks
The value of an investment in the Fund is based primarily on the performance of the Underlying
Funds and the allocation of the Funds assets among them. The Advisers asset allocation decisions
may not anticipate market trends successfully. The risks of the Fund will directly correspond to
the risks of the Underlying Funds in which it invests. These risks will vary depending upon how the
assets are allocated among the Underlying Funds. The risks associated with investing in the
Underlying Funds are described in this section.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer will fail to make
timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, reducing the Funds return. The lower
the rating of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value the
Funds securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities
(sometimes referred to as junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more
volatile than investment grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less
liquid than higher quality securities.
Floating Rate Loan Risk: The risks associated with floating rate loans are similar to the
risks of below investment grade securities. In addition, the value of the collateral securing the
loan may decline, causing a loan to be substantially unsecured. The sale and purchase of a bank
loan are subject to the requirements of the underlying credit agreement governing such bank loan.
These requirements may limit the eligible pool of potential bank loan holders by placing conditions
or restrictions on sales and purchases of bank loans.
Bank loans are not traded on an exchange and purchasers and sellers of bank loans rely on market
makers, usually the administrative agent for a particular bank loan, to trade bank loans. These
factors, in
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addition to overall market volatility, may negatively impact the liquidity of loans. Difficulty
in selling a floating rate loan may result in a loss.
Borrowers may pay back principal before the scheduled due date when interest rates decline, which
may require the Fund to replace a particular loan with a lower-yielding security. There may be less
extensive public information available with respect to loans than for rated, registered or exchange
listed securities. The Fund may assume the credit risk of the administrative agent in addition to
the borrower, and investments in loan assignments may involve the risks of being a lender.
Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt
instruments that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets.
The value of these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying
such securities including difficult or frozen credit markets, swings in interest rates, changes in
default rates, or deteriorating economic conditions. During periods of declining asset values,
mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities may face valuation difficulties, become more volatile
and/or illiquid. The risk of default is generally higher in the case securities backed by loans
made to borrowers with sub-prime credit metrics.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when
securities are called the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to
recover additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates resulting in unexpected
capital loss.
Interest Rate Risk: Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if
interest rates increase. U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from
changes in interest rates. Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer
maturities or durations. Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price
movements as a result of changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Large Company Risk: Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the
equity market or the equity market as a whole. Large capitalization companies may be less flexible
in evolving markets or unable to implement change as quickly as smaller capitalization companies.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks can perform differently from other segments
of the equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of larger
companies.
Style Risk (Value): A value investing style may be out of favor in the marketplace. The
potential value of a security as perceived by an Underlying Funds investment subadviser may never
be realized by the market.
Style Risk (Growth): Growth stocks typically are sensitive to market movements because
their market prices tend to reflect future expectations. When it appears those expectations will
not be met, the prices of growth stocks typically fall.
Foreign Investment Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency
fluctuations, economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information
and unfavorable political or legal developments. These risks are increased for investments in
emerging markets.
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Exchange Traded Fund Risk: The risk of owning shares of an ETF generally reflects the risk
of owning the underlying securities the ETF is designed to track. Liquidity in an ETF could result
in more volatility than ownership of the underlying portfolio of securities. In addition, because
of ETF expenses, compared to owning the underlying securities directly, it may be more costly to
own an ETF.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, the Fund is exposed to
additional volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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Best Quarter |
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Worst Quarter |
[ ]%
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[ ]% |
[(DATE)]
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[(DATE)] |
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* |
|
The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total
return from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of a Hybrid 30/70 Blend of the S&P 500 Index and the Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate
Bond Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of
their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may
differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund
shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts.
After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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1 Year |
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5 Year |
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Since Inception* |
A Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
B Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
B Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
B Shares Returns After Taxes
on Distributions and Sale of
Fund Shares |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
C Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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1 Year |
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5 Year |
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Since Inception* |
I Shares Returns Before Taxes |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Hybrid 30/70 Blend of the
Following Benchmarks
(reflects no deductions for
fees, expenses or taxes) |
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12.20 |
% |
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3.85 |
% |
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5.38 |
% |
S&P 500 Index (reflects no
deductions for fees,
expenses or taxes) |
|
|
26.46 |
% |
|
|
0.42 |
% |
|
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6.31 |
% |
Barclays Capital U.S.
Aggregate Bond Index
(reflects no deduction for
fees, expenses or taxes) |
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5.93 |
% |
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4.97 |
% |
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4.65 |
% |
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* |
|
Since inception of the B Shares on March 11, 2003. Benchmark returns since February 28, 2003
(benchmark returns available only on a month-end basis). |
[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Alan Gayle, Managing Director of the Adviser, has managed the Fund since its inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. B Shares are closed
to purchases by new and existing investors. The Funds offer I Shares to financial institutions and
intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of customers for whom they may act as
fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please consult your financial institution or
intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
|
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|
Class |
|
Dollar Amount |
A Shares |
|
$2,000 |
B Shares |
|
Closed to Purchases |
C Shares |
|
$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares
|
|
None |
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Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Growth Allocation Strategy
Summary Section
A Shares, B Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Growth Allocation Strategy (the Fund) seeks long-term capital appreciation.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
|
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Shareholder Fees |
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(fees paid directly from your investment) |
|
Class A |
|
Class B |
|
Class C |
|
Class I |
Maximum Sales Charge (load) Imposed on
Purchases (as a % of offering price) |
|
|
5.75 |
% |
|
None |
|
None |
|
None |
Maximum Deferred Sales Charge (load)
(as a % of net asset value) |
|
None |
|
|
5.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
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Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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(expenses that you pay each year as a |
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percentage of the value of your |
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investment) |
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Class A |
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Class B |
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Class C |
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Class I |
Management Fees |
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0.10 |
% |
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|
0.10 |
% |
|
|
0.10 |
% |
|
|
0.10 |
% |
Distribution (12b-1) Fee |
|
|
0.30 |
% |
|
|
0.75 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
None |
Other Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Acquired Fund Fees and Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
[Fee Waivers and Expense Reimbursements*] |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
Net Annual Operating Expenses |
|
|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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|
[ ] |
% |
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[ ] |
% |
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(*) |
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The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive fees and reimburse
expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total Annual Fund Operating
Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute dividend expenses on
securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and acquired fund fees and expenses) from
exceeding 0.50%, 0.95%, 1.20% and 0.20% for the Class A, B, C and I Shares, respectively.
This agreement shall terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory Agreement
between the Trust and the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written notice to the
Adviser by the Trust. |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests pursuant to an asset allocation strategy in a combination of RidgeWorth Equity
Funds and exchange traded funds (ETFs) that invest in equities (together, Underlying Equity
Funds), and, to a lesser extent, RidgeWorth Fixed Income Funds and ETFs that invest in bonds
(together, Underlying Fixed Income Funds). The Fund invests between 60% and 80% of its assets in
Underlying Equity Funds and up to 40% in Underlying Fixed Income Funds (together, Underlying
Funds). The Funds remaining assets may be invested in shares of RidgeWorth Money Market Funds,
securities issued by the U.S. Government, its agencies or instrumentalities, repurchase agreements
and short-term paper.
The Fund may invest in an Underlying Fund that:
- invests in common stocks of real estate investment trusts (REITs) and companies
principally engaged in the real estate industry.
- invests in common stocks, other equity securities and debt instruments, including
mortgage- and asset-backed instruments, of U.S. and non U.S. companies. The Underlying
Fund may invest in companies of any size and in both developed and emerging markets.
- is a 130/30 fund. A 130/30 fund is a fund that invests approximately 130 percent of its
assets in long positions, either directly or indirectly through derivatives, while
approximately 30 percent of its assets are sold short, either directly or indirectly
through derivatives. The proceeds from the short strategies may be used to purchase all or
a portion of the additional 30 percent of the long positions.
- invests in bank loans and other below investment grade instruments.
- invests in inflation-protected public obligations of the U.S. Treasury, commonly known
as TIPS, which are securities issued by the U.S. Treasury that are designed to provide
inflation protection to investors.
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In selecting a diversified portfolio of Underlying Funds, the Adviser analyzes many factors,
including the Underlying Funds investment objectives, total returns, volatility and expenses. The
table below shows how the Adviser currently expects to allocate the Fund among asset classes. The
table also shows the sectors within those asset classes to which the Fund will currently have
exposure.
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The Fund holds Underlying Funds that buy and sell securities frequently, which may result in
higher transaction costs and lower performance, and will be more likely to generate short-term
capital gains (which are generally taxed at ordinary income tax rates).
Principal Investment Risks
The value of an investment in the Fund is based primarily on the performance of the Underlying
Funds and the allocation of the Funds assets among them. The Advisers asset allocation decisions
may not anticipate market trends successfully. The risks of the Fund will directly correspond to
the risks of the Underlying Funds in which it invests. These risks will vary depending upon how the
assets are allocated among the Underlying Funds. The risks associated with investing in the
Underlying Funds are described in this section.
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value the
Funds securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer will fail to make
timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, reducing the Funds return. The lower
the rating of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Large Company Risk: Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the
equity market or the equity market as a whole. Large capitalization companies may be less flexible
in evolving markets or unable to implement change as quickly as smaller capitalization companies.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the
equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of larger
companies.
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Style Risk (Value): A value investing style may be out of favor in the marketplace. The
potential value of a security as perceived by an Underlying Funds investment subadviser may never
be realized by the market.
Style Risk (Growth): Growth stocks typically are sensitive to market movements because
their market prices tend to reflect future expectations. When it appears those expectations will
not be met, the prices of growth stocks typically fall.
Real Estate Risk: An investment in the Fund may be subject to many of the same risks as a
direct investment in real estate and the real estate owned by the companies in which it invests.
These risks include changes in economic conditions, interest rates, credit risk, property values,
property tax increases, overbuilding and increased competition, increasing vacancies or declining
rents, environmental contamination, zoning and natural disasters.
Because the Fund concentrates its investments in the real estate industry, the Funds performance
will be closely linked to the performance of the real estate markets.
Foreign Investment Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency
fluctuations, economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information
and unfavorable political or legal developments. These risks are increased for investments in
emerging markets.
Short Sales Risk: If the price of a stock goes up after a short sale, the Fund will lose
money because it will have to pay more to replace the borrowed stock than it received when it sold
the stock short. The amount of loss on a short sale is theoretically unlimited, as there is no
maximum attainable price of the shorted security.
Leverage Risk: The Funds short sales effectively leverage the Underlying Funds assets. It
is possible that the Underlying Fund may lose money on both long and short positions at the same
time. The Underlying Funds assets that are used as collateral to secure the short sales may
decrease in value while the short positions are outstanding, which may force the Underlying Fund to
use its other assets to increase the collateral. Leverage also creates interest expenses that may
decrease the Funds overall returns.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes
referred to as junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile
than investment grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than
higher quality securities.
Floating Rate Loan Risk:
The risks associated with floating rate loans are similar to the risks of below investment grade
securities. In addition, the value of the collateral securing the loan may decline, causing a loan
to be substantially unsecured. The sale and purchase of a bank loan are subject to the requirements
of the underlying credit agreement governing such bank loan.
These requirements may limit the eligible pool of potential bank loan holders by placing conditions
or restrictions on sales and purchases of bank loans.
Bank loans are not traded on an exchange and purchasers and sellers of bank loans rely on market
makers, usually the administrative agent for a particular bank loan, to trade bank loans. These
factors, in
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addition to overall market volatility, may negatively impact the liquidity of loans.
Difficulty in selling a floating rate loan may result in a loss.
Borrowers may pay back principal before the scheduled due date when interest rates decline, which
may require the Fund to replace a particular loan with a lower-yielding security. There may be less
extensive public information available with respect to loans than for rated, registered or exchange
listed securities. The Fund may assume the credit risk of the administrative agent in addition to
the borrower, and investments in loan assignments may involve the risks of being a lender.
Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt
instruments that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets.
The value of these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying
such securities including difficult or frozen credit markets, swings in interest rates, changes in
default rates, or deteriorating economic conditions. During periods of declining asset values,
mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities may face valuation difficulties, become more volatile
and/or
illiquid. The risk of default is generally higher in the case securities backed by loans made to
borrowers with sub-prime credit metrics.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when
securities are called the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to
recover additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates resulting in unexpected
capital loss.
Interest Rate Risk: Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if
interest rates increase. U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from
changes in interest rates. Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer
maturities or durations. Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price
movements as a result of changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Exchange Traded Fund Risk: The risk of owning shares of an ETF generally reflects the risk
of owning the underlying securities the ETF is designed to track. Liquidity in an ETF could result
in more volatility than ownership of the underlying portfolio of securities. In addition, because
of ETF expenses, compared to owning the underlying securities directly, it may be more costly to
own an ETF.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, the Fund is exposed to
additional volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
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[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total
return from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of a Hybrid 70/30 Blend of the S&P 500 Index and the Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate
Bond Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of
their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may
differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund
shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts.
After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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Hybrid 70/30 Blend of the
Following Market Benchmarks
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1.49 |
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S & P 500 (reflects no
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Barclays Capital U.S.
Aggregate Bond
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[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
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Investment Adviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser.
Portfolio Management
Mr. Alan Gayle, Managing Director of the Adviser, has managed the Fund since its inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. B Shares are closed
to purchases by new and existing investors. The Funds offer I Shares to financial institutions and
intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of customers for whom they may act as
fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please consult your financial institution or
intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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$2,000 |
B Shares |
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Closed to Purchases |
C Shares |
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$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares
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None |
Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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Moderate Allocation Strategy
Summary Section
A Shares, B Shares, C Shares and I Shares
Investment Objective
The Moderate Allocation Strategy (the Fund) seeks capital appreciation and current income.
Fees and Expenses of the Fund
This table describes the fees and expenses that you may pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.
You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the
future, at least $50,000 in RidgeWorth Funds. More information about these and other discounts is
available from your financial professional and in Sales Charges on [page number] of the Funds
prospectus and [section heading/page number] of the Funds Statement of Additional Information.
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0.10 |
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0.10 |
% |
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0.10 |
% |
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Other Expenses |
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% |
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% |
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses |
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[Fee Waivers and Expense Reimbursements*] |
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% |
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(*) |
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The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive fees and reimburse
expenses until at least August 1, 2011 in order to keep Total Annual Fund Operating
Expenses (excluding taxes, brokerage commissions, substitute dividend expenses on
securities sold short, extraordinary expenses and acquired fund fees and expenses) from
exceeding 0.50%, 0.95%, 1.20% and 0.20% for the Class A, B, C and I Shares, respectively.
This agreement shall terminate upon the termination of the Investment Advisory Agreement
between the Trust and the Adviser, or it may be terminated upon written notice to the
Adviser by the Trust. |
Example
This Example is intended to help you compare the cost of investing in the Fund with the cost of
investing in other mutual funds. The Example assumes that you invest $10,000 in the Fund for the
time periods indicated. The Example also assumes that your investment has a 5% return each year and
that the Funds operating expenses remain the same and you reinvest all dividends and
distributions. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your
costs would be:
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[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
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You would pay the following expenses if you did not redeem your shares:
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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[ ] |
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[ ] |
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I Shares |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
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$ |
[ ] |
|
Portfolio Turnover
The Fund 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 Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are
not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Funds performance.
During the most recent fiscal year, the Funds portfolio turnover rate was [___]% of the average
value of its portfolio.
Principal Investment Strategies
The Fund invests pursuant to an asset allocation strategy in a combination of RidgeWorth Equity
Funds, RidgeWorth Fixed Income Funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) (together, Underlying
Funds). The Fund principally invests between 40% and 60% in Underlying Funds that invest
primarily in equity securities and up to 60% in Underlying Funds that invest primarily in fixed
income securities. The Funds remaining assets may be invested in shares of RidgeWorth Money Market
Funds, securities issued by the U.S. Government, its agencies or instrumentalities, repurchase
agreements and short-term paper.
The Fund may invest in an Underlying Fund that:
- invests in common stocks of real estate investment trusts (REITs) and companies
principally engaged in the real estate industry.
- invests in common stocks, other equity securities and debt instruments, including
mortgage and asset-backed instruments, of U.S. and non U.S. companies. The Underlying Fund
may invest in companies of any size and in both developed and emerging markets.
- is a 130/30 fund. A 130/30 fund is a fund that invests approximately 130 percent of its
assets in long positions, either directly or indirectly through derivatives, while
approximately 30 percent of its assets are sold short, either directly or indirectly
through derivatives. The proceeds from the short strategies may be used to purchase all or
a portion of the additional 30 percent of the long positions.
- invests in bank loans and other below investment grade instruments.
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- invests in inflation-protected public obligations of the U.S. Treasury, commonly known
as TIPS, which are securities issued by the U.S. Treasury that are designed to provide
inflation protection to investors.
In selecting a diversified portfolio of Underlying Funds, the Adviser analyzes many factors,
including the Underlying Funds investment objectives, total returns, volatility and expenses.
The table below shows how the Adviser currently expects to allocate the Fund among asset classes.
The table also shows the sectors within those asset classes to which the Fund will currently have
exposure.
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Investment Range |
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(Percentage of the |
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Moderate Allocation |
Asset Class |
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Strategys Assets) |
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Underlying Equity Funds |
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40-60 |
% |
U.S. Equities |
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International Equities |
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Emerging Market Equities
(All Capitalizations) |
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Underlying Fixed Income Funds |
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40-60 |
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U.S. Investment Grade Bonds |
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The Fund holds Underlying Funds that buy and sell securities frequently, which may result in
higher transaction costs and lower performance, and will be more likely to generate short-term
capital gains (which are generally taxed at ordinary income tax rates).
Principal Investment Risks
The value of an investment in the Fund is based primarily on the performance of the Underlying
Funds and the allocation of the Funds assets among them. The Advisers asset allocation decisions
may not anticipate market trends successfully. The risks of the Fund will directly correspond to
the risks of the Underlying Funds in which it invests. These risks will vary depending upon how the
assets are allocated among the Underlying Funds. The risks associated with investing in the
Underlying Funds are described in this section.
Equity Risk: Stock prices may fall over short or extended periods of time. The value the
Funds securities may fluctuate drastically from day to day.
Credit Risk: Debt securities are subject to the risk that an issuer will fail to make
timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt, reducing the Funds return. The lower
the rating of a debt security, the higher its credit risk.
Large Company Risk: Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the
equity market or the equity market as a whole. Large capitalization companies may be less flexible
in evolving markets or unable to implement change as quickly as smaller capitalization companies.
Smaller Company Risk: Small and mid-cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the
equity market or the equity market as a whole and can be more volatile than stocks of larger
companies.
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Style Risk (Value): A value investing style may be out of favor in the marketplace. The
potential value of a security as perceived by an Underlying Funds investment subadviser may never
be realized by the market.
Style Risk (Growth Stock): Growth stocks typically are sensitive to market movements
because their market prices tend to reflect future expectations. When it appears those expectations
will not be met, the prices of growth stocks typically fall.
Real Estate Risk: An investment in the Fund may be subject to many of the same risks as a
direct investment in real estate and the real estate owned by the companies in which it invests.
These risks include changes in economic conditions, interest rates, credit risk, property values,
property tax increases, overbuilding and increased competition, increasing vacancies or declining
rents, environmental contamination, zoning and natural disasters.
Because the Fund concentrates its investments in the real estate industry, the Funds performance
will be closely linked to the performance of the real estate markets.
Foreign Investment Risk: Foreign securities involve special risks such as currency
fluctuations, economic or financial instability, lack of timely or reliable financial information
and unfavorable political or legal developments. These risks are increased for investments in
emerging markets.
Short Sales Risk: If the price of a stock goes up after a short sale, the Fund will lose
money because it will have to pay more to replace the borrowed stock than it received when it sold
the stock short.
The amount of loss on a short sale is theoretically unlimited, as there is no maximum attainable
price of the shorted security.
Leverage Risk: The Funds short sales effectively leverage the Underlying Funds assets. It
is possible that the Underlying Fund may lose money on both long and short positions at the same
time. The Underlying Funds assets that are used as collateral to secure the short sales may
decrease in value while the short positions are outstanding, which may force the Underlying Fund to
use its other assets to increase the collateral. Leverage also creates interest expenses that may
decrease the Funds overall returns.
Below Investment Grade Securities Risk: Below investment grade securities (sometimes
referred to as junk bonds) involve greater risk of default or downgrade and are more volatile
than investment grade securities. Below investment grade securities may also be less liquid than
higher quality securities.
Floating Rate Loan Risk: The risks associated with floating rate loans are similar to the
risks of below investment grade securities. In addition, the value of the collateral securing the
loan may decline, causing a loan to be substantially unsecured. The sale and purchase of a bank
loan are subject to the requirements of the underlying credit agreement governing such bank loan.
These requirements may limit the eligible pool of potential bank loan holders by placing conditions
or restrictions on sales and purchases of bank loans.
Bank loans are not traded on an exchange and purchasers and sellers of bank loans rely on market
makers, usually the administrative agent for a particular bank loan, to trade bank loans. These
factors, in addition to overall market volatility, may negatively impact the liquidity of loans.
Difficulty in selling a floating rate loan may result in a loss.
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Borrowers may pay back principal before the scheduled due date when interest rates decline, which
may require the Fund to replace a particular loan with a lower-yielding security. There may be less
extensive public information available with respect to loans than for rated, registered or exchange
listed securities. The Fund may assume the credit risk of the administrative agent in addition to
the borrower, and investments in loan assignments may involve the risks of being a lender.
Mortgage and Asset Backed Security Risk: Mortgage- and asset-backed securities are debt
instruments that are secured by interests in pools of mortgage loans or other financial assets.
The value of these securities will be influenced by the factors affecting the assets underlying
such securities including difficult or frozen credit markets, swings in interest rates, changes in
default rates, or deteriorating economic conditions. During periods of declining asset values,
mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities may face valuation difficulties, become more volatile
and/or illiquid. The risk of default is generally higher in the case of securities backed by loans
made to borrowers with sub-prime credit metrics.
Prepayment and Call Risk: When mortgages and other obligations are prepaid and when
securities are called the Fund may have to reinvest in securities with a lower yield or fail to
recover additional amounts paid for securities with higher interest rates resulting in unexpected
capital loss.
Interest Rate Risk: Debt securities will generally lose value if interest rates increase.
U.S. Government securities can exhibit price movements resulting from changes in interest rates.
Interest rate risk is generally higher for investments with longer maturities or durations.
Treasury inflation protected securities (TIPS) can also exhibit price movements as a result of
changing inflation expectations and seasonal inflation patterns.
Exchange Traded Fund Risk: The risk of owning shares of an ETF generally reflects the risk
of owning the underlying securities the ETF is designed to track. Liquidity in an ETF could result
in more volatility than ownership of the underlying portfolio of securities. In addition, because
of ETF expenses, compared to owning the underlying securities directly, it may be more costly to
own an ETF.
Derivatives Risk: Because the Fund may invest in derivatives, the Fund is exposed to
additional volatility and potential loss.
A Fund share is not a bank deposit and it is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit
Insurance Corporation or any other government agency.
Performance
The bar chart and the performance table that follow illustrate the risks and volatility of an
investment in the Fund. The Funds past performance does not indicate how the Fund will perform in
the future.
This bar chart shows the changes in performance of the Funds I Shares from year to year.*
[BAR CHART TO BE PROVIDED]
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The performance information shown above is based on a calendar year. The Funds total
return from 1/1/10 to 6/30/10 was [ ]%. |
This table compares the Funds average annual total returns for the periods ended December 31,
2009, to that of a Hybrid 50/50 Blend of the S&P 500 Index and the Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate
Bond Index. These returns reflect applicable sales charges and assume shareholders redeem all of
their shares at the end of the period indicated. 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. Your actual after-tax returns will depend on your tax situation and may
differ from those shown. After-tax returns shown are not relevant to investors who hold their Fund
shares through tax deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) plans or individual retirement accounts.
After-tax returns are shown for only the I Shares. After-tax returns for other classes will vary.
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Hybrid 50/50 Blend of the
Following Market Benchmarks
(reflects no deductions for fees,
expenses or taxes) |
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2.99 |
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2.99 |
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S & P 500 (reflects no
deduction for fees,
expenses or taxes) |
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Barclays Capital U.S.
Aggregate Bond
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deduction for fees,
expenses or taxes) |
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6.33 |
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[Updated performance information is available [Web site address and/or toll-free telephone
number].]
Investment Adviser
RidgeWorth Investments is the Funds investment adviser.
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Portfolio Management
Mr. Alan Gayle, Managing Director of the Adviser, has managed the Fund since its inception.
Purchasing and Selling Your Shares
You may purchase or redeem Fund shares on any business day. You may purchase and redeem A and C
Shares of the Fund through financial institutions or intermediaries that are authorized to place
transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly and follow its procedures for fund share transactions. B Shares are closed
to purchases by new and existing investors. The Funds offer I Shares to financial institutions and
intermediaries for their own accounts or for the accounts of customers for whom they may act as
fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or custodian. Please consult your financial institution or
intermediary to find out about how to purchase I Shares of the Fund.
The minimum initial investment amounts for each class are shown below, although these minimums may
be reduced or waived in some cases. There are no minimums for subsequent investments.
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$2,000 |
B Shares |
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$5,000 ($2,000 for IRA of other tax qualified accounts) |
I Shares |
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Tax Information
The
Funds distributions are generally taxable, and will be taxed as ordinary income or capital
gains, unless you are investing through a tax-deferred arrangement, such as a 401(k) plan or an
individual retirement account.
Payments to Broker-Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries
If you purchase shares of the Fund through a financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or
investment adviser, the Fund, the Adviser or the Distributor may pay the intermediary for the sale
of Fund shares and related services. These payments may create a conflict of interest by
influencing the broker-dealer or other financial intermediary and your salesperson to recommend the
Fund over another investment. Ask your financial intermediary or visit your financial
intermediarys Web site for more information.
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More Information About Risk
Below Investment Grade Risk
Conservative Allocation Strategy
Corporate Bond Fund
Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Growth Allocation Strategy
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
High Income Fund
Intermediate Bond Fund
Investment Grade Bond Fund
Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Limited Duration Fund
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund
Moderate Allocation Strategy
North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
Seix Global Strategy Fund
Seix High Yield Fund
Short-Term Bond Fund
Total Return Bond Fund
Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund
High yield securities, also known as junk bonds, involve greater risks of default or
downgrade and are more volatile than investment grade securities due to actual or perceived
changes in an issuers credit-worthiness. Issuers of high yield securities may be more
susceptible to economic downturns and, therefore, may be unable to pay interest, dividends or
ultimately repay the principal upon maturity. Discontinuation of these payments could
adversely affect the market value of the security. High yield securities may be less liquid and
a security whose credit rating has been lowered may be particularly difficult to sell.
Borrowing Risk
All 130/30 Funds
All Allocation Strategies
A Fund may borrow cash and/or securities subject to certain limits which may amplify the effect
of any increase or decrease in the value of portfolio securities or the net asset value of a
Fund. Money borrowed will be subject to interest costs. Interest costs on borrowings may
fluctuate due to changing rates of interest and may partially offset or exceed the return
earned on borrowed
funds. Under adverse market conditions, a Fund may have to sell portfolio securities to meet
interest or principal payments at a time when fundamental investment considerations would not
favor such sales.
Derivatives Risk
All Allocation Strategies
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All Equity Funds
All Fixed Income Funds (except Corporate Bond Fund)
A derivative is a financial contract whose value adjusts in accordance with the value of one or
more underlying assets, reference rates or indices. Derivatives (such as credit linked notes,
futures, options, inverse floaters, swaps and warrants) may be used to attempt to achieve
investment objectives or to offset certain investment risks. These positions may be
established for hedging, substitution of a position in the underlying asset, or for speculation
purposes. Hedging involves making an investment (e.g., in a futures contract) to reduce the
risk of adverse price movements in an already existing investment position. Risks associated
with the use of derivatives include those associated with hedging and leveraging activities:
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movements in the prices of individual securities, fluctuations in markets, and
movements in interest rates. |
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A Fund may experience losses over certain market movements that
exceed losses experienced by a fund that does not use derivatives. |
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There may be an imperfect or no correlation between the changes in
market value of the securities held by a Fund and the prices of derivatives used
to hedge those positions. |
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There may not be a liquid secondary market for derivatives. |
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Trading restrictions or limitations may be imposed by an exchange. |
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The other party to an agreement (e.g., options or swaps) may default;
however, in certain circumstances, such counter-party risk may be reduced by the
creditworthiness of the counterparty and/or using an exchange as an intermediary. |
Because premiums or totals paid or received on derivatives are small in relation to the market
value of the underlying investments, buying and selling derivatives can be more speculative
than investing directly in securities. In addition, many types of derivatives have limited
investment lives and may expire or necessitate being sold at inopportune times.
The use of derivatives may cause a Fund to recognize higher amounts of short-term capital
gains, which are generally taxed to shareholders at ordinary income tax rates.
Credit default swaps may involve greater risks than if a Fund had invested in the asset
directly. A Fund may be more exposed to credit risk. In addition, a Fund may experience losses
if the Funds investment subadviser does not correctly evaluate the creditworthiness of the
entity on which the credit default swap is based. Total return swaps could result in losses if
their reference index, security or investments do not perform as anticipated.
Leverage may cause a Fund to be more volatile than if the Fund had not been leveraged. This is
because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease on the value of a
Funds portfolio securities. To limit leveraging risk, a Fund observes asset segregation
requirements to fully cover its future obligations. By setting aside assets equal only to its
net obligations under certain derivative instruments, a Fund will have the ability to employ
leverage to a greater extent than if it were required to segregate assets equal to the full
notional value of such derivative instruments.
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Emerging Markets Risk
All Allocation Strategies
High Income Fund
Intermediate Bond Fund
International Equity 130/30 Fund
International Equity Fund
International Equity Index Fund
Investment Grade Bond Fund
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
Seix Global Strategy Fund
Seix High Yield Fund
Short-Term Bond Fund
Total Return Bond Fund
Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Emerging market countries are countries that the World Bank or the United Nations considers to
be emerging or developing. Emerging markets may be more likely to experience political turmoil
or rapid changes in market or economic conditions than more developed countries. In addition,
the financial stability of issuers (including governments) in emerging market countries may be
more precarious than in other countries. As a result, there will tend to be an increased risk
of price volatility associated with investments in emerging market countries, which may be
magnified by currency fluctuations relative to the U.S. dollar. Governments of some emerging
market countries have defaulted on their bonds and may do so in the future.
Equity Risk
All Allocation Strategies
All Equity Funds
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
Seix High Yield Fund
High Income Fund
Equity securities include public and privately issued equity securities, common and preferred
stocks, warrants, rights to subscribe to common stock and convertible securities, as well as
instruments that attempt to track the price movement of equity indices. Individual companies
may report poor results or be negatively affected by industry and/or economic trends and
developments. The prices of securities issued by such companies may suffer a decline in
response. These factors contribute to price volatility, which is the principal risk of
investing in funds that primarily hold equity securities. Historically, the equity market has
moved in cycles and investments in equity securities and equity derivatives in general are
subject to market risks that may cause their prices to fluctuate over time. The value of
securities convertible into equity securities, such as warrants or convertible debt, is also
affected by prevailing interest rates, the credit quality of the issuer and any call provision.
Fluctuations in the value of equity securities in which a mutual fund invests will cause a
funds net asset value to fluctuate. An investment in a portfolio of equity securities may be
more suitable for long-term investors who can bear the risk of these share price fluctuations.
Exchange Traded Fund Risk
All Allocation Strategies
All Equity Funds
All Fixed Income Funds
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The Funds may purchase shares of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to gain exposure to a
particular portion of the market. ETFs are investment companies that are bought and sold on a
securities exchange. ETFs may track a securities index, a particular market sector, or a
particular segment of a securities index or market sector. ETFs, like mutual funds, have
expenses associated with their operation, including advisory fees. When the Fund invests in an
ETF, in addition to directly bearing expenses associated with its own operations, it will bear
a pro rata portion of the ETFs expense. The risks of owning shares of an ETF generally reflect
the risks of owning the underlying securities the ETF is designed to track, although lack of
liquidity in an ETF could result in being more volatile than the underlying portfolio of
securities. In addition, because of ETF expenses, compared to owning the underlying securities
directly, it may be more costly to own shares of an ETF.
Fixed Income Risk
All Fixed Income Funds
All Money Market Funds
Conservative Allocation Strategy
Growth Allocation Strategy
Moderate Allocation Strategy
The prices of a Funds fixed income securities respond to economic developments, particularly
interest rate changes, as well as to perceptions about the creditworthiness of individual
issuers, including governments. Generally, a Funds fixed income securities will decrease in
value if interest rates rise and vice versa.
Long-term debt securities generally are more sensitive to changes in interest rates, usually
making them more volatile than short-term debt securities and thereby increasing risk.
Debt securities are also subject to credit risk, which is the possibility than an issuer will
fail to make timely payments of interest or principal, or go bankrupt. The lower the ratings of
such debt securities, the greater their risks. In addition, lower rated securities have higher
risk characteristics, and changes in economic conditions are likely to cause issuers of these
securities to be unable to meet their obligations.
Debt securities are also subject to income risk, which is the possibility that falling interest
rates will cause a Funds income to decline. Income risk is generally higher for short-term
bonds.
An additional risk of debt securities is reinvestment risk, which is the possibility that a
Fund may not be able to reinvest interest or dividends earned from an investment in such a way
that they earn the same rate of return as the invested funds that generated them. For example,
falling interest rates may prevent bond coupon payments from earning the same rate of return as
the original bond. Furthermore, pre-funded loans and issues may cause a Fund to reinvest those
assets at a rate lower than originally anticipated.
Floating Rate Loan Risk
Conservative Allocation Strategy
Growth Allocation Strategy
High Income Fund
Intermediate Bond Fund
Investment Grade Bond Fund
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Moderate Allocation Strategy
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
Seix Global Strategy Fund
Seix High Yield Fund
Total Return Bond Fund
Investments in floating rate loans are subject to interest rate risk although the risk is less
because the interest rate of the loan adjusts periodically. Investments in floating rate loans
are also subject to credit risk. Many floating rate loans are rated below investment grade or
are unrated, therefore, a Fund relies heavily on the analytical ability of the Funds
investment subadviser. Many floating rate loans share the same risks as high yield securities,
although these risks are reduced when the floating rate loans are senior and secured as opposed
to many high yield
securities that are junior and unsecured. Floating rate loans are often subject to restrictions
on resale which can result in reduced liquidity. The risk is greater for the Seix Floating Rate
High Income Fund, due to its concentration in these types of instruments. Borrowers may repay
principal faster than the scheduled due date which may result in a Fund replacing that loan
with a lower-yielding security. Investment in loan participation interests may result in
increased exposure to financial services sector risk. A loan may not be fully collateralized
which may cause the loan to decline significantly in value.
One lending institution acting as agent for all of the lenders will generally be required to
administer and manage the loan and, with respect to collateralized loans, to service or monitor
the collateral.
Investing in certain types of floating rate loans, such as revolving credit facilities and
unfunded loans, creates a future obligation for a Fund. To avoid any leveraging concerns, a
Fund will segregate or earmark liquid assets with the Funds custodian in amounts sufficient to
fully cover any future obligations.
The Subadviser currently serves as collateral manager to six collateralized loan obligation
(CLO) CLO funds that invest in bank loans. The trustees and custodians of the CLO funds are
not affiliated entities of the Adviser or Subadviser. In addition, the Adviser serves as
adviser to an account established with its affiliate, SunTrust Equity Funding, LLC for the
purpose of purchasing high yield securities for subsequent sale to these same CLO funds. Each
of these transactions is subject to the approval of the independent trustee of the applicable
CLO fund. In addition to disclosure to the trustee, all such transactions are fully disclosed
to potential investors in the CLOs offering and disclosure documents.
In addition to the CLO funds, the Subadviser serves subadviser to an unaffiliated registered
fund and as as investment manager to two unregistered funds that invest in bank loans. The
custodian and adviser for the unaffiliated registered fund are not affiliated entities of the
Adviser or Subadviser. The custodians and administrators for the two unregistered funds are
not affiliated entities of the Adviser or Subadviser. There are no trustees for the
unregistered funds. Only the offshore entities that are a part of one of the unregistered funds
have independent boards of directors that are not affiliated entities of the Adviser or
Subadviser. SunTrust Equity Funding, LLC does not purchase assets for the unregistered funds.
As a result of these multiple investment-oriented and associated relationships, there exists a
potential risk that the portfolio managers may favor other adviser and non-adviser contracted
businesses over a Fund.
The Subadviser has created and implemented additional policies and procedures designed to
protect shareholders against such conflicts; however, there can be no absolute guarantee that a
Fund will
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always participate in the same or similar investments or receive equal or better
individual investment allocations at any given time.
Foreign Securities Risk
All Allocation Strategies
All Equity Funds
Corporate Bond Fund
High Income Fund
Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund
Intermediate Bond Fund
Investment Grade Bond Fund
Limited Duration Fund
Prime Quality Money Market Fund
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
Seix Global Strategy Fund
Seix High Yield Fund
Short-Term Bond Fund
Total Return Bond Fund
Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Investments in securities of foreign companies or governments can be more volatile than
investments in U.S. companies or governments. Diplomatic, political, or economic developments,
including nationalization or appropriation, unique to a country or region will affect those
markets and their issuers. Foreign securities markets generally have less trading volume and
less liquidity than U.S. markets.
The value of securities denominated in foreign currencies, and of dividends from such
securities, can change significantly when foreign currencies strengthen or weaken relative to
the U.S. dollar. As a result, changes in the value of those currencies compared to the
U.S. dollar may affect (positively or negatively) the value of a Funds investment. Foreign
currency exchange rates may fluctuate significantly. They are determined by supply and demand
in the foreign exchange markets, the relative merits of investments in different countries,
actual or perceived changes in interest rates, and other complex factors. Currency exchange
rates also can be affected unpredictably by intervention (or the failure to intervene) by
U.S. or foreign governments or central banks or by currency controls or political developments.
Currency movements may happen separately from and in response to events that do not otherwise
affect the value of the security in the issuers home country.
Foreign companies or governments generally are not subject to uniform accounting, auditing, and
financial reporting standards comparable to those applicable to domestic U.S. companies or
governments. Transaction costs are generally higher than those in the U.S. and expenses for
custodial arrangements of foreign securities may be somewhat greater than typical expenses for
custodial arrangements of similar U.S. securities. Some foreign governments levy withholding
taxes against dividend and interest income. Although in some countries a portion of these taxes
are recoverable, the non-recovered portion will reduce the income received from the securities
comprising the portfolio.
Foreign Currency Risk
All Allocation Strategies
All Equity Funds
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Corporate Bond Fund
High Income Fund
Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund
Intermediate Bond Fund
Investment Grade Bond Fund
Limited Duration Fund
Prime Quality Money Market Fund
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
Seix Global Strategy Fund
Seix High Yield Fund
Short-Term Bond Fund
Total Return Bond Fund
Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Non-U.S. securities often trade in currencies other than the U.S. dollar. Changes in currency
exchange rates may affect a Funds net asset value, the value of dividends and interest earned,
and gains and losses realized on the sale of securities. An increase in the strength of the
U.S. dollar relative to these other currencies may cause the value of the Fund to decline.
Certain currencies may be particularly volatile, and non-U.S. governments may intervene in the
currency markets, causing a decline in value or liquidity in the Funds non-U.S. holdings whose
value is tied to that particular currency.
Large Company Risk
Aggressive Growth Stock Fund
All 130/30 Funds
All Allocation Strategies
International Equity Fund
International Equity Index Fund
Large Cap Core Equity Fund
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund
Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund
Large Cap Value Equity Fund
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund
Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund
Large cap stocks can perform differently from other segments of the equity market or the equity
market as a whole. Companies with large capitalization tend to go in and out of favor based on
market and economic conditions and, while they can be less volatile than companies with smaller
market capitalizations, they may also be less flexible in evolving markets or unable to
implement change as quickly as their smaller counterparts.
Accordingly the value of large cap stocks may not rise to the same extent as the value of small
or mid-cap companies under certain market conditions or during certain periods.
Leverage occurs when a Fund increases its assets available for investment using borrowings or
similar transactions. Due to the fact that short sales involve borrowing securities and then
selling them, a Funds short sales effectively leverage the Funds assets. It is possible that
the Fund may lose money on both long positions and short positions at the same time. The use of
leverage may make any change in a Funds net asset value even greater and thus result in
increased volatility of returns. A Funds assets that are used as collateral to secure the
short sales may decrease in value while the short positions are outstanding, which may force
the Fund to use its other assets to increase the
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collateral. Leverage also creates interest
expense that may lower a Funds overall returns. Lastly, there is no guarantee that a
leveraging strategy will be successful.
Mortgage-Backed and Asset-Backed Securities Risk
Conservative Allocation Strategy
Growth Allocation Strategy
High Income Fund
Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund
Institutional U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund
Intermediate Bond Fund
Investment Grade Bond Fund
Limited Duration Fund
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund
Moderate Allocation Strategy
Prime Quality Money Market Fund
Seix High Yield Fund
Short-Term Bond Fund
Total Return Bond Fund
U. S. Government Securities Money Market Fund
U.S. Government Securities Fund
U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Mortgage and asset-backed securities are fixed income securities representing an interest in a pool
of underlying mortgage or asset-backed secured and unsecured cashflow producing assets such as
automobile loans and leases, credit card receivables and other financial assets. The risks
associated with these types of securities include: (1) prepayment risk that could result in earlier
or later return of principal than expected and can lead to significant fluctuations in the value
and realized yield of the securities; (2) liquidity/market risk which can result in higher than
expected changes in security valuation and transactions costs especially in times of general market
stress; and (3) credit risk that
is associated with the underlying borrowers and can also be driven by general economic conditions
which can result in the loss of invested principal.
The value of some mortgage- or asset-backed securities may be particularly sensitive to changes in
prevailing interest rates. Early repayment of principal on some mortgage-backed securities may
expose a Fund to a lower rate of return upon reinvestment of principal. When interest rates rise,
the value of these securities generally will decline; however, when interest rates are declining,
the value of these securities with prepayment features may not increase as much as other fixed
income securities. The rate of prepayments on underlying mortgages will affect the price and
volatility of a mortgage-backed security, and may shorten or extend the effective maturity of the
security beyond what was anticipated at the time of purchase. If unanticipated rates of prepayment
on underlying mortgages increase the effective maturity of a mortgage-related security, the
volatility of the security can be expected to increase. The value of these securities may fluctuate
in response to the markets perception of the creditworthiness of the issuers. Additionally,
although mortgage-backed securities are generally supported by some form of government or private
guarantee and/or insurance, there is no assurance that private guarantors or insurers will meet
their obligations.
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Municipal Securities Risk
Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund
Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund
Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund
North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Prime Quality Money Market Fund
Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund
Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund
Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund
Municipal securities can be significantly affected by political changes as well as
uncertainties in the municipal market related to taxation, legislative changes or the rights of
municipal security holders. Because many municipal securities are issued to finance similar
projects, especially those relating to education, health care, transportation and utilities,
conditions in those sectors can affect the overall municipal market. In addition, changes in
the financial condition of an individual municipal insurer can affect the overall municipal
market.
Municipal securities backed by current or anticipated revenues from a specific project or
specific assets can be negatively affected by the discontinuance of the taxation supporting the
project or assets or the inability to collect revenues for the project or from the assets. If
the Internal Revenue Service determines an issuer of a municipal security has not complied with
applicable tax
requirements, interest from the security could become taxable and the security could decline
significantly in value.
In addition, a Funds concentration of investments in issuers located in a single state makes
the Fund more susceptible to adverse political or economic developments affecting that state.
The Fund also may be riskier than mutual funds that buy securities of issuers in numerous
states.
Real Estate Risk
All Allocation Strategies
Real Estate 130/30 Fund
Investments in real estate related securities are subject to risks similar to those associated
with direct ownership of real estate, and an investment in the Fund will be closely linked to
the performance of the real estate markets. These risks include, among others, declines in the
value of real estate; risks related to general and local economic conditions; possible lack of
availability of mortgage funds; overbuilding; extended vacancies of properties; defaults by
borrowers or tenants, particularly during an economic downturn; increasing competition;
increases in property taxes and operating expenses; changes in zoning laws; losses due to costs
resulting from the clean-up of environmental problems; liability to third parties for damages
resulting from environmental problems; casualty or condemnation losses; limitations on rents;
changes in market and sub-market values and the appeal of properties to tenants; and changes in
interest rates.
In addition to the risks associated with investing in securities of real estate companies and
real estate related companies, real estate investment trust (REITs) are subject to certain
additional risks. Equity REITs may be affected by changes in the value of the underlying
properties owned by
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the trusts, and mortgage REITs may be affected by the quality of any credit
extended. Further, REITs are dependent upon specialized management skills and may have their
investments in relatively few properties, or in a small geographic area or a single property
type. REITs are also subject to heavy cash flow dependency, defaults by borrowers and
self-liquidation. In addition, REITs could possibly fail to qualify for tax free pass-through
of income under the Internal Revenue Code (the Code) or to maintain their exemptions from
registration under the Investment Company Act of 1940. The failure of a company to qualify as a
REIT under federal tax law may have adverse consequences to the Fund. The above factors may
also adversely affect a borrowers or a lessees ability to meet its obligations to the REIT.
In the event of a default by a borrower or lessee, the REIT may experience delays in enforcing
its rights as a mortgagee or lessor and may incur substantial costs associated with protecting
its investments. In addition, REITs have their own expense and the Fund will bear a
proportionate share of those expenses.
Real estate companies tend to be small to medium-sized companies. Real estate company shares,
like other smaller company shares, can be more volatile than, and perform differently from,
larger company shares. There may be less trading in a smaller companys shares, which means
that buy and sell transactions in those shares could have a larger impact on the shares price
than is the case with larger company shares.
Regional Risk
All Allocation Strategies
Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund
Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund
International Equity 130/30 Fund
International Equity Fund
International Equity Index Fund
Investment Grade Tax Exempt Bond Fund
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund
North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Prime Quality Money Market Fund
Seix Global Strategy Fund
Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund
Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund
Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund
To the extent that a Funds investments are concentrated in a specific geographic region, a
Fund may be subject to the political and other developments affecting that region. Regional
economies are often closely interrelated, and political and economic developments affecting one
region, country or state often affect other regions, countries or states, thus subjecting the
Fund to additional risks.
Regulatory Risk
All Money Market Funds
The SEC recently amended the rules governing money market funds. In addition, the SEC
continues to review the regulation of such funds. Any further changes by the SEC or additional
legislative developments may affect a Money Market Funds operations, investment strategies,
performance and yield.
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Restricted Security Risk
All Equity Funds
Corporate Bond Fund
Intermediate Bond Fund
Investment Grade Bond Fund
Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Seix Global Strategy Fund
Total Return Bond Fund
High Income Fund
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
Limited Duration Fund
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund
Seix Floating Rate High Income
Seix High Yield Fund
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
Short-Term Bond Fund
Ultra-Short Bond Fund
Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund
Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund
Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Management Money Market Fund
Prime Quality Money Market Fund
Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund
Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund
Moderate Allocation Strategy
Growth Allocation Strategy
Conservative Allocation Strategy
Restricted securities may increase the level of illiquidity in the Fund during any period that
qualified institutional buyers become uninterested in purchasing these restricted securities.
The Adviser and Subadviser intend to invest only in restricted securities that they believe
present minimal liquidity risk.
Securities Lending Risk
All Funds, except Money Market Funds
A Fund may lend securities to approved borrowers, such as broker-dealers, to earn additional
income. Risks include the potential insolvency of the borrower that could result in delays in
recovering securities and capital losses. Additionally, losses could result from the
reinvestment of collateral received on loaned securities in investments that default or do not
perform well. It is also possible that if a security on loan is sold and a Fund is unable to
timely recall the security, the Fund may be required to repurchase the security in the market
place, which may result in a potential loss to shareholders. There is a risk that the Fund may
not be able to recall securities on loan in sufficient time to vote on material proxy matters.
In addition, as a general practice, a Fund will not recall securities on loan solely to receive
income payments, which could result in an increase of a Funds tax obligation that is
subsequently passed on to its shareholders.
Short Sales Risk
All 130/30 Funds
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All Allocation Strategies
A short sale is the sale by a Fund of a security which has been borrowed from a third party on
the expectation that the market price will decline. Short sales involve additional costs and
risk. If a security sold short increases in price, the Fund may have to cover its short
position at a higher price than the short sale price, resulting in a loss. Therefore, short
sales involve the risk that losses may be exaggerated, potentially losing more money than the
actual cost of the investment, or a theoretically unlimited loss, as there is no maximum
attainable price of the shorted security. Also, there is the risk that the third party to the
short sale may fail to honor its contract terms, causing a loss to the Fund. The Fund may not
initiate a short sale unless it is able to borrow the security and must then deliver the
security to the buyer to complete the transaction. The Fund may not be able to borrow a
security that it wishes to short or the lender of the securities may, at any time, recall the
loaned security which would force the Fund to purchase the security in the open market at the
then current price. In addition, the Fund may not be able to close out a short position at a
profit or an acceptable price and may have to sell long positions to cover accumulated losses
in the short portfolio. Thus, the Fund may not be able to successfully implement its short sale
strategy due to the limited availability of desired securities or for other reasons.
The Fund must normally repay to the lender an amount equal to any dividends or interest that
accrues while the loan is outstanding. The amount of any gain will be decreased, and the amount
of any loss increased, by the amount of the premium, dividends, interest or expenses the Fund
may be required to pay in connection with the short sale. Also, the lender of a security may
terminate the loan at a time when the Fund is unable to borrow the same security from another
lender for delivery. In that case, the Fund would need to purchase a replacement security at
the then current market price or buy in by paying the lender with securities purchased in the
open market or with an amount equal to the cost of purchasing the securities.
Until the Fund replaces a borrowed security, it is required to maintain a segregated account of
cash or liquid assets with a broker or custodian to cover the Funds short position. Securities
held in a segregated account cannot be sold while the position they are covering is
outstanding, unless they are replaced with similar securities. Additionally, the Fund must
maintain sufficient liquid assets (less any additional collateral held by the broker),
marked-to-market daily, to cover the short sale obligation. This may limit the Funds
investment flexibility, as well as its ability to meet redemption requests or other current
obligations.
Leverage Risk
All 130/30 Funds
All Allocation Strategies
Leverage occurs when a Fund increases its assets available for investment using borrowings or
similar transactions. Due to the fact that short sales involve borrowing securities and then
selling them, a Funds short sales effectively leverage the Funds assets. It is possible that
the Fund may lose money on both long positions and short positions at the same time. The use of
leverage may
make any change in a Funds net asset value even greater and thus result in increased
volatility of returns. A Funds assets that are used as collateral to secure the short sales
may decrease in value while the short positions are outstanding, which may force the Fund to
use its other assets to increase the collateral. Leverage also creates interest expense that
may lower a Funds overall returns. Lastly, there is no guarantee that a leveraging strategy
will be successful.
Smaller Company Risk
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Total Return Bond Fund
Investment Grade Bond Fund
Intermediate Bond Fund
Seix High Yield Fund
High Income Fund
Seix Floating Rate High Income
All Allocation Strategies
All Equity Funds
Small and mid-capitalization companies may be either established or newer companies. Smaller
companies may offer greater opportunities for gain. They also involve a greater risk of loss
because they may be more vulnerable to adverse business or economic events, particulary those
companies that have been in operation for less than three years. Smaller company securities
may trade in lower volumes or there may be less information about the company which may cause
the investments to be more volatile or to have less liquidity than larger company investments.
They may have unseasoned management or may rely on the efforts of particular members of their
management team to a great degree causing turnover in management to pose a greater risk.
Smaller sized companies may have more limited access to resources, product lines, and financial
resources. Small and mid-sized companies typically reinvest a large proposrtion of their
earnings in their business and may not pay dividends or make interest payments for some time,
particularly if they are newer companies.
Tracking Error Risk
All Allocation Strategies
International Equity Index Fund
Factors such as Fund expenses, imperfect correlation between the Funds investments and those
of its benchmarks, rounding of share prices, changes to the benchmark, regulatory policies, and
leverage, may affect its ability to achieve perfect correlation. The magnitude of any tracking
error may be affected by a higher portfolio turnover rate. Because an index is just a composite
of the prices of the securities it represents rather than an actual portfolio of those
securities, an index will have no expenses. As a result, the Fund, which will have expenses
such as taxes, custody, management fees and other operational costs, and brokerage, may not
achieve its investment objective of accurately correlating to an index.
Risk Information Common to RidgeWorth Funds
Each Fund is a mutual fund. A mutual fund pools shareholders money and, using professional
investment managers, invests it in securities.
Each Fund has its own investment goal and strategies for reaching that goal. The Adviser invests
Fund assets in a way that it believes will help a Fund achieve its goal. Still, investing in each
Fund involves risk and there is no guarantee that a Fund will achieve its goal. The Advisers or
Sub-Advisers judgments about the markets, the economy or companies may not anticipate actual
market movements, economic conditions or company performance, and these judgments may affect the
return on your investment. In fact, no matter how good a job the Adviser or Sub-Adviser does, you
could lose money on your investment in a Fund, just as you could with other investments. The value
of your investment in a Fund is based on the market prices of the securities the Fund holds. These
prices change daily due to economic and other events that affect particular companies and other
issuers. These price movements,
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sometimes called volatility, may be greater or lesser depending on
the types of securities a Fund owns and the markets in which they trade. The effect on a Fund of a
change in the value of a single security will depend on how widely the Fund diversifies its
holdings.
Except for the Maryland Municipal Bond, North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond, Real Estate 130/30
Fund, Seix Global Strategy and the Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Funds, each Funds
investment goal may be changed without shareholder approval. Before investing, make sure that the
Funds goal matches your own.
The Funds are not managed to achieve tax efficiency, except for the Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond, High
Grade Municipal Bond, Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond, Maryland Municipal Bond, North Carolina
Tax-Exempt Bond, Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond, Tax Exempt Money Market, Virginia Tax-Free
Money Market and Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Funds, which intend to
distribute tax-exempt income.
More Information About Indices
An index measures the market prices of a specific group of securities in a particular market or
market sector. You cannot invest directly in an index. Unlike a mutual fund, an index does not have
an investment adviser and does not pay any commissions or expenses. If an index had expenses, its
performance would be lower.
Barclays Capital 5 Year Municipal Bond Index is an index composed of long-term, fixed-rate,
investment grade tax-exempt bonds with maturities ranging between 4 and 6 years and is
representative of the municipal bond market.
Barclays Capital 10 Year Municipal Bond Index is an index of long-term investment grade tax-exempt
bonds. The Index includes general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, insured bonds, and prefunded
bonds with maturities between 8 and 12 years. The Index represents various market sectors and
geographic locations.
Barclays Capital Corporate Index covers USD-denominated, investment-grade, fixed-rate, taxable
securities sold by industrial, utility and financial issuers. It includes publicly issued
U.S. corporate and foreign debentures and secured notes that meet specified maturity, liquidity,
and quality requirements.
Barclays Capital Intermediate U.S. Government/Credit Bond Index measures the performance of
dollar-denominated U.S. Treasuries, government-related (the United States and foreign agencies,
sovereign, supranational and local authority debt), and investment-grade credit securities that
have a remaining maturity of greater than or equal to 1 year and less than 10 years, and have
$250 million or more of outstanding face value. In addition, the securities must be denominated in
United States dollars, and must be fixed-rate and non-convertible securities.
Barclays Capital Municipal Bond Index covers the USD-denominated long-term tax-exempt bond market.
The index has four main sectors: state and local general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, insured
bonds, and prerefunded bonds.
Barclays Capital Municipal 1-15 Year Blend Bond Index is an index composed of tax-exempt bonds with
maturities ranging between 1-16 years.
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Barclays Capital U.S. Aggregate Bond Index measures the U.S. dollar-denominated, investment-grade,
fixed rate, taxable bond market of SEC-registered securities. The index includes bonds from the
Treasury, Government-related, Corporate, MBS (agency fixed-rate and hybrid ARM passthroughs), ABS,
and CMBS sectors
Barclays Capital U.S. Corporate High-Yield Index covers the U.S. dollar-denominated non-investment
grade, fixed-rate, taxable corporate bond market. Securities are classified as high-yield if the
middle of Moodys, Fitch and S&P is Ba1/BB+/BB+ or below. The index excludes emerging markets debt.
Barclays Capital U.S. Government/Credit Index is a non-securitized component of the Barclays
Capital U.S. Aggregate Index and was the first macro index launched by Lehman Brothers. The
U.S. Government/Credit Index includes Treasuries (i.e., public obligations of the U.S. Treasury
that have remaining maturities of more than one year), Government-Related issues (i.e., agency,
sovereign, supranational, and local authority debt), and USD Corporates.
Barclays Capital U.S. Government Bond Index is composed of the U.S. Treasury and U.S. Agency
Indices. The U.S. Government Index includes Treasuries (public obligations of the U.S. Treasury
that
have remaining maturities of more than one year) and U.S. agency debentures (publicly issued debt
of U.S. Government agencies, quasi-federal corporations, and corporate or foreign debt guaranteed
by the U.S. Government). The U.S. Government Index is a component of the U.S. Government/Credit
Index and the U.S. Aggregate Index.
Barclays Capital U.S. Mortgage-Backed Securities Index covers agency mortgage-backed pass through
securities (both fixed-rate and hybrid ARM) issued by Ginnie Mae (GNMA), Fannie Mae (FNMA), and
Freddie Mac (FHLMC).
Barclays Capital 1-3 Year Government/Credit Bond Index is the 1-3 year component of the U.S.
Government/Credit index. The Government/Credit Index includes securities in the Government and
Credit Indices. The Government Index includes treasuries (i.e., public obligations of the U.S.
Treasury that have remaining maturities of more than one year) and agencies (i.e., publicly issued
debt of U.S. Government agencies, quasi-federal corporations, and corporate or foreign debt
guaranteed by the U.S. Government). The Credit Index includes publicly issued U.S. corporate and
foreign debentures and secured notes that meet specified maturity, liquidity, and quality
requirements.
Barclays Capital 1-3 Year U.S. Treasury Index is the 1-3 year component of the U.S. Treasury
index. It includes securities in the Treasury Index (i.e., public obligations of the U.S.
Treasury) with a maturity from 1 up to (but not including) 3 years.
Barclays Capital 3-6 Month Treasury Bill Index is the 3-6 Months component of the Barclays Capital
U.S. Treasury Bills index which includes U.S. Treasury bills with a remaining maturity from 1 up to
(but not including) 12 months. It excludes zero coupon strips.
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Citigroup 1-3 Year Government/Credit Index is an index of U.S. Treasury securities, government
agency obligations, and corporate debt securities rated at least investment grade (BBB). The
securities in the Index have maturities of 1 year or greater and less than 3 years.
Citigroup 1-3 Year Treasury Index is an index of U.S. Treasury securities with maturities of one
year or greater and less than three years.
Citigroup 6 Month U.S. Treasury Bill Index is an index of the 6 month U.S. Treasury Bills.
Credit Suisse First Boston (CSFB) Leveraged Loan Index is an unmanaged market value-weighted index
designed to represent the investable universe of the U.S. dollar-denominated leveraged loan market.
The index reflects reinvestment of all distributions and changes in market prices.
Credit Suisse First Boston (CSFB) Institutional Leveraged Loan Index is a sub-index of the Credit
Suisse First Boston Leveraged Loan Index which contains only institutional loan facilities priced
above 90, excluding TL and TLa facilities and loans rated CC, C or in default. It is designed to
more closely reflect the investment criteria of institutional investors.
FTSE All-World Index ex-US is part of a range of indexes designed to help U.S. investors benchmark
their international investments. The index comprises Large (84%) and Mid (16%) cap stocks providing
coverage of Developed and Emerging Markets (46 countries) excluding the US. The index is derived
from the FTSE Global Equity Index Series (GEIS), which covers 98% of the worlds investable market
capitalization.
FTSE NAREIT Equity REITS Index is a capitalization-weighted index of investment trusts that spans
the commercial real estate space across the U.S. economy.
The J.P. Morgan EMBI+ Index tracks returns for actively traded external debt instruments in
emerging market, and is also most liquid U.S-dollar emerging markets debt benchmark. The index
segments further the universe of emerging markets as defined by the broader EMBI Global and EMBI
Global Diversified, by placing a strict liquidity requirement rule for inclusion. Included in the
EMBI+ are US-dollar denominated Brady bonds, Eurobonds, and traded loans issued by sovereign
entities. The EMBI+ is a market capitalization-weighted index and is rebalanced on the last
business day of each month. Only issues with a current face amount outstanding of $500 million or
more and a remaining life of greater than 2 1/2 years are eligible for inclusion in the index.
Index returns are available hedged or unhedged in a variety of currencies.
Morgan Stanley Capital International Europe Australasia and Far East Index (MSCI EAFE) is a free
float-adjusted market capitalization index that is designed to measure the equity market
performance of developed markets, excluding the U.S. & Canada. The MSCI EAFE Index consists of 21
developed market country indices.
Bank of America Merrill Lynch AAA U.S. Treasury/Agency Master Index is an index that tracks the
performance of the combined U.S. Treasury and U.S. agency markets. It includes
U.S. dollar-denominated, U.S. Treasury and U.S. agency bonds, issued in the U.S. domestic bond
market, having at least one year remaining term to maturity, a fixed coupon schedule and a minimum
amount outstanding of $1 billion for U.S. Treasuries and $150 million for U.S. agencies.
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Bank of America Merrill Lynch Global Government Bond II ex U.S. Index is a subset of the Bank of
America Merrill Lynch Global Government Bond Index including Belgian, Danish, Irish, Italian, New
Zealand, Portuguese, Spanish, and Swedish returns. The Bank of America Merrill Lynch Global
Government Bond Index is a widely-recognized, broad-based index consisting of various maturities
comprising Australian, Canadian, Dutch, French, German, Japanese, Swiss, U.K., and U.S. individual
country returns.
Bank of America Merrill Lynch U.S. High Yield BB/B Rated Constrained Index tracks the performance
of BB/B rated U.S. dollar denominated corporate bonds publicly issued in the U.S. domestic market.
Bank of America Merrill Lynch U.S. High Yield Master II Index is a market-value weighted (higher
market value bonds have more influence than lower market value bonds) index that tracks the
performance of below investment grade U.S. dollar-denominated corporate bonds publicly issued in
the U.S. domestic market.
Bank of America Merrill Lynch U.S. Treasury Bill 3 Month Index is an index which tracks the monthly
price-only and total return performance of a three-month Treasury bill, based on monthly average
auction rates.
Morgan Stanley Capital International Europe Australasia and Far East Index (MSCI EAFE) (GDP
Weighted) is a widely-recognized, market capitalization index that measures market equity
performance based upon indices from 21 foreign and developed countries. The country weighting of
the Index is calculated using the gross domestic product of each of the various countries and then
with respect of the market capitalization of the various companies operating in each country. The
MSCI EAFE Index (GDP Weighted) Net Dividend measures the market performance including both price
performance and income from dividend payments.
Russell 3000 ® Index measures the performance of the largest 3000 U.S. companies representing
approximately 98% of the investable U.S. equity market.
Russell 3000 ® Index comprises several subset indices based on market capitalization and investment
style (growth or value).
Russell 3000 ® Growth Index measures the performance of the broad growth segment of the U.S. equity
universe. It includes those Russell 3000 companies with higher price-to-book ratios and higher
forecasted growth values.
Russell 2000 ® Index, measures the performance of the small-cap segment of the U.S. equity
universe. The Russell 2000 Index is a subset of the Russell 3000 Index.
Russell 2000 ® Value Index measures the performance of small-cap value segment of the
U.S. equity universe. It includes those Russell 2000 companies with lower price-to-book ratios
and lower forecasted growth values.
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Russell 2000 ® Growth Index measures the performance of the small-cap growth segment of the
U.S. equity universe. It includes those Russell 2000 companies with higher price-to-value
ratios and higher forecasted growth values.
Russell 1000 ® Index is a subset of the Russell 3000 ® Index and includes approximately 1000 of the
largest securities based on a combination of their market cap and current index membership.
Russell 1000 ® Value Index measures the performance of the large-cap value segment of the
U.S. equity universe. It includes those Russell 1000 companies with lower price-to-book ratios and
lower expected growth values.
Russell 1000 ® Growth Index measures the performance of the large-cap growth segment of the
U.S. equity universe. It includes those Russell 1000 companies with higher price-to-book ratios and
higher forecasted growth values.
Russell Midcap ® Index measures the performance of the mid-cap segment of the U.S. equity universe.
The Russell Midcap Index is a subset of the Russell 1000 ® Index. It includes approximately 800 of
the smallest securities based on a combination of their market cap and current index membership.
The Russell Midcap ® Index represents approximately 31% of the total market capitalization of the
Russell 1000 companies their market cap and current index membership.
Russell Midcap ® Value Index is a measure of the performance of the mid-cap value segment of the
U.S. equity universe. It includes those Russell Midcap ® Index companies with lower price-to-book
ratios and lower forecasted growth values.
Russell Midcap ® Growth Index measures the performance of the mid-cap growth segment of the
U.S. equity universe. It includes those Russell Midcap Index companies with higher price-to-book
ratios and higher forecasted growth values.
S&P 500 Index is widely regarded as a gauge of the U.S. equities market, this index includes 500
leading companies in leading industries of the U.S. economy. Although the S&P 500 focuses on the
large cap segment of the market, with approximately 75% coverage of U.S. equities, it is also an
ideal proxy for the total market.
An average is a composite of mutual funds with similar investment goals.
The iMoneyNet, Inc. First Tier Institutional Average is a widely-recognized composite of money
market funds that invest in securities rated in the highest category by at least two recognized
rating agencies. The number of funds in the Average varies.
The iMoneyNet, Inc. First Tier Retail Average is a widely-recognized composite of money market
funds that invest in securities rated in the highest category by at least two of the recognized
rating agencies. The number of funds in the Average varies.
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The iMoneyNet, Inc. Government & Agencies Retail Average is a widely-recognized composite of money
market funds that invest in U.S. Treasury bills, repurchase agreements or securities issued by
agencies of the U.S. Government. The number of funds in the Average varies.
The iMoneyNet, Inc. Government Institutional Average is a widely-recognized composite of
institutional money market funds that invest in U.S. Treasury bills, repurchase agreements, or
securities issued by agencies of the U.S. Government. The number of funds in the Average varies.
The iMoneyNet, Inc. Tax-Free Institutional Average is a widely recognized composite of money market
funds that invest in short-term municipal securities, the income of which is exempt from federal
taxation. The number of funds in the Average varies.
The iMoneyNet, Inc. Tax-Free Retail Average is a widely recognized composite of money market funds
that invest in short-term municipal securities, the income of which is exempt from federal
taxation. The number of funds in the Average varies.
The iMoneyNet, Inc. Treasury & Repo Institutional Average is a widely-recognized composite of money
market funds that includes only institutional government funds that hold 100 percent in
U.S. Treasuries and repurchase agreements backed by these securities. The number of funds in the
Average varies
The iMoneyNet, Inc. Treasury & Repo Retail Average is a widely-recognized composite of money market
funds that invest in U.S. Treasury bills and repurchase agreements backed by these securities. The
number of funds in the Average varies.
More Information About Fund Investments
This prospectus describes the Funds primary strategies, and the Funds will normally invest in the
types of securities described in this prospectus. However, in addition to the investments and
strategies described in this prospectus, each Fund also may invest in other securities, use other
strategies and engage in other investment practices. These investments and strategies, as well as
those described in this prospectus, are described in detail in the Statement of Additional
Information (SAI).
The investments and strategies described in this prospectus are those that the Funds use under
normal conditions. During unusual economic or market conditions, or for temporary defensive or
liquidity purposes, each Fund (except the Money Market Funds) may invest up to 100% of its assets
in cash, money market instruments, repurchase agreements and short-term obligations that would not
ordinarily be consistent with a Funds objectives. The Small Cap Value Equity Fund also may invest
in investment grade fixed income securities and mid- to large cap common stocks that would not
ordinarily be consistent with the Funds objective. In addition, each Fixed Income Fund may shorten
its average weighted maturity to as little as 90 days. A Fund (other than the Prime Quality Money
Market Fund) will do so only if the Adviser or Subadviser believes that the risk of loss outweighs
the opportunity for capital gains or higher income. Of course, a Fund cannot guarantee that it will
achieve its investment goal.
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Each Fund may invest in other mutual funds for cash management purposes. When a Fund invests
in another mutual fund, in addition to directly bearing expenses associated with its own
operations, it will bear a pro rata portion of the other mutual funds expenses.
Further, during certain interest rate environments, the gross yield of certain shares of money
market funds may be less than the related expenses of that class. In these instances, shareholders
of these Funds may not receive a monthly income payment, or may receive a much smaller payment than
during a more typical interest rate environment.
Third-Party Ratings
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NAIC3 |
Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund |
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Class 1 Approved |
Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund |
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AAAm |
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Aaa |
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Class 1 Approved |
Institutional U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
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AAAm |
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Aaa |
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Class 1 Approved |
Institutional U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market Fund |
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AAAm |
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Aaa |
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Class 1 Approved |
Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
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AAAm |
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Aaa |
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Class 1 Approved |
U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
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AAAm |
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Aaa |
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Class 1 Approved |
U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund |
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U.S. Direct Obligations/Full Faith and Credit Exempt |
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Information About Portfolio Holdings
A description of the Funds policies and procedures with respect to the circumstances under which
the Funds disclose their portfolio securities is available in the SAI.
Management
The Board of Trustees (the Board) is responsible for the overall supervision and management of
the business and affairs of the RidgeWorth Funds (the Funds). The Board supervises the Adviser
and
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Subadvisers and establishes policies that the Adviser and Subadvisers must follow in their fund
related management activities. The day-to-day operations of the Funds are the responsibilities of
the officers and various service organizations retained by the Funds.
Investment Adviser
RidgeWorth Investments, 50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1400, Atlanta, Georgia 30303 (RidgeWorth or the
Adviser), serves as the investment adviser to the Funds. In addition to being an investment
adviser registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC), RidgeWorth is a
money-management holding company with multiple style- focused investment boutiques. As of June 30,
2010, the Adviser had approximately $[ ] billion in assets under management. The Adviser is
responsible for overseeing the Subadvisers to ensure compliance with each Funds investment
policies and guidelines and monitors each Subadvisers adherence to its investment style. The
Adviser also executes transactions with respect to specific securities selected by the Subadvisers
(excluding Alpha Equity Management LLC, Seix Investment Advisors LLC and Zevenbergen Capital
Investments LLC) for purchase and sale by the Funds. The Adviser pays the Subadvisers out of the
fees it receives from the Funds.
The Adviser is also responsible for making investment decisions for the Allocation Strategies and
continuously reviews, supervises and administers each Allocation Strategys respective investment
program.
The Adviser may use its affiliates as brokers for Fund transactions.
An investment adviser has a fiduciary obligation to its clients when the adviser has authority to
vote their proxies. Under the current contractual agreement, the Adviser is authorized to vote
proxies on behalf of each Fund. Information regarding the Advisers, and thus each Funds, Proxy
Voting Policies and Procedures is provided in the SAI. A copy of the Advisers Proxy Voting
Policies and Procedures may be obtained by contacting the Funds at 1-888-784-3863, or by visiting
www.ridgeworthfunds.com.
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010, the following Funds paid the Adviser advisory fees (after
waivers) based on the respective Funds average daily net assets of:
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Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
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Emerging Growth Stock Fund* |
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[ ] |
% |
International Equity 130/30 Fund* |
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[ ] |
% |
International Equity Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
International Equity Index Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund* |
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% |
Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
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% |
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
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% |
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Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Real Estate 130/30 Fund* |
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[ ] |
% |
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund* |
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Allocation Strategies |
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Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy* |
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[ ] |
% |
Conservative Allocation Strategy* |
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[ ] |
% |
Growth Allocation Strategy* |
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[ ] |
% |
Moderate Allocation Strategy* |
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[ ] |
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Fixed Income Funds |
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Corporate Bond Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund* |
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[ ] |
% |
High Income Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Intermediate Bond Fund |
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% |
Investment Grade Bond Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Limited Duration Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
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% |
North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Seix Global Strategy Fund* |
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[ ] |
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Seix High Yield Fund |
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% |
Short-Term Bond Fund |
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% |
Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund* |
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Total Return Bond Fund |
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Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
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U.S. Government Securities Fund |
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U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
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Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund |
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Money Market Funds |
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Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund* |
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Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund* |
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[ ] |
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Institutional U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund* |
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[ ] |
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Institutional U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market Fund* |
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Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
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Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund |
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[ ] |
% |
Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund |
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% |
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The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive fees and reimburse expenses until at
least August 1, 2011 in order to keep total annual operating expenses of each Fund
from exceeding the applicable expense cap. If at any point before August 1, 2013,
total annual operating expenses are less than the expense cap, the Adviser may retain
the difference to recapture any of the prior waivers or reimbursements. |
The following breakpoints are used in computing the advisory fee:
Equity Funds and Fixed Income Funds
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Next $500 million |
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Over $1 billion |
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Money Market Funds
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First $1 billion |
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Based on average daily net assets as of March 31, 2010, the asset levels of the following Funds had
reached a breakpoint in the advisory fee.*** Had the Funds asset levels been lower, the Adviser
may have been entitled to receive maximum advisory fees as follows:
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Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund |
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0.13 |
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Institutional U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
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Institutional U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market Fund |
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0.15 |
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Intermediate Bond Fund |
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0.25 |
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International Equity Index Fund |
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0.50 |
% |
Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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0.50 |
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Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
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0.80 |
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Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
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0.55 |
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Seix High Yield Fund |
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0.45 |
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Tax- Exempt Money Market Fund |
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0.45 |
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U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
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0.55 |
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U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund |
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0.55 |
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Fund expenses in the Annual Fund Operating Expenses tables shown earlier in this prospectus
reflect the advisory breakpoints. |
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A discussion regarding the basis for the Boards approval of the investment advisory agreement
with the Adviser appears in the Funds annual report to shareholders for the period ended March 31,
2010.
Mr. Alan Gayle is primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of the Aggressive Growth
Allocation Strategy, Conservative Allocation Strategy, Growth Allocation Strategy and Moderate
Allocation Strategy. Mr. Gayle has served as Managing Director of the Adviser since July 2000 and
Director of Asset Allocation since March 2006. He has served as lead manager of the Funds since
each Funds respective inception. He has more than 33 years of investment experience.
The SAI provides additional information regarding the portfolio managers compensation, other
accounts managed by the portfolio manager, potential conflicts of interest and the portfolio
managers ownership of securities in the Funds.
Investment Subadvisers
The Subadvisers are responsible for managing the portfolios of the Funds on a day-to-day basis and
selecting the specific securities to buy, sell and hold for the Funds under the supervision of the
Adviser and the Board. A discussion regarding the basis for the Boards approval of the investment
subadvisory agreements appears in the Funds annual report to shareholders for the period ended
March 31, 2010.
Information about the Subadvisers and the individual portfolio managers of the Funds is discussed
below. The SAI provides additional information regarding the portfolio managers compensation,
other accounts managed by the portfolio managers, potential conflicts of interest and the portfolio
managers ownership of securities in the Funds.
Alpha Equity Management LLC (Alpha Equity)
90 State House Square, Suite 1100, Hartford, Connecticut 06103 and 405 Park Avenue, Suite 803, New
York, New York, 10022
www.alphaequityllc.com
Alpha Equity, a minority-owned subsidiary of RidgeWorth, is an investment adviser registered with
the SEC. The firm was established in 2007 through a transaction in which its predecessor
organization, founded in 2000, transferred its investment advisory business to Alpha Equity. Alpha
Equity serves as subadviser to the RidgeWorth 130/30 Funds. As of June 30, 2010, Alpha Equity had
approximately [$[ ] million in assets under management.
Alpha Equity is one of the pioneers in active extension (130/30) products. The firm specializes in
quantitative strategies engineered to generate alpha through all market cycles. It has developed a
track record in international, real estate and domestic short-extension strategies. Alpha Equity
selects, buys and sells securities for the 130/30 Funds under the supervision of the Adviser and
the Board.
Alpha Equity employs a team approach in managing the Funds. Each of the individuals primarily
responsible for the day-to-day management of the Funds has particular areas of expertise in which
they contribute to the management of the Funds. All of the Funds utilize a similar set of highly
structured and
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disciplined investment processes which determine the holdings within a fund and
therefore its investment performance. All members of the investment team make significant
contributions to the investment processes that guide all Funds.
Mr. Kevin Means, CFA, is the founder of Alpha Equity and its predecessor and has been Managing
Partner and Chief Investment Officer of Alpha Equity and its predecessor since February 2000. As
Chief Investment Officer, Mr. Means is responsible for designing the various investment processes,
disciplines and models used to guide portfolio management decisions. Mr. Means has co-managed the
International Equity 130/30 Fund, the U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund and the Real Estate 130/30 Fund since
each Funds respective inception. He has more than 23 years of investment experience.
Mr. Vince Fioramonti, CFA, has been Partner and Director of Trading and Portfolio Operations of
Alpha Equity and its predecessor since November 2002. As Director of Trading and Portfolio
Operations, Mr. Fioramonti is responsible for designing the various processes used to optimize
portfolios, evaluate trade ideas, implement trades, and process trade settlement information in a
highly automated fashion. Mr. Fioramonti has co-managed the International Equity 130/30 Fund, the
U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund and the Real Estate 130/30 Fund since each Funds respective inception. He
has more than 22 years of investment experience.
Mr. Neil Kochen, CFA, has been Partner, Chief Risk Officer, and Asset Allocation Strategist of
Alpha Equity and its predecessor since March, 2006. Mr. Kochen has co-managed the International
Equity 130/30 Fund, the U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund and the Real Estate 130/30 Fund since each Funds
inception. Prior to joining Alpha Equity, Mr. Kochen served as Chief Investment Officer Equities
and Chief Risk Officer with ING Aeltus Investment Management Inc. from January 2000 until
June 2004. He has more than 25 years of investment experience.
Related Performance of Alpha Equity
The following tables set forth Alpha Equitys historical performance data (as of the dates
indicated) relating to the three actual, fee-paying, discretionary private limited partnerships
(hedge funds) managed by Alpha Equity, that have investment objectives, policies, strategies and
risks substantially similar to those of each of the International Equity 130/30 Fund, Real Estate
130/30 Fund and U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund. The data is provided to illustrate the past performance of
the Subadviser in managing substantially similar accounts as measured against a specified market
index or indices and does not represent the performance of each of the 130/30 Funds. Investors
should not rely upon this information for investing purposes and should not consider this
performance data as an indication of future performance of the each of the 130/30 Funds or of Alpha
Equity. Nor is the performance representative of what the 130/30 Funds may have achieved had Alpha
Equity managed the 130/30 Funds during that period.
Alpha Equitys composite performance data shown below was calculated on a time weighted basis and
includes all dividends and interest, accrued income and realized and unrealized gains and losses.
Brokerage commissions and other execution costs, borrowing costs, and interest expenses on margin
are all included in the returns presented. Net returns also reflect the deduction of an investment
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advisory fee of 1%, and an incentive allocation (fee) of 20% of the profits above the benchmark
index return. Returns do not reflect any provision for federal or state income taxes or custody
fees. Securities transactions are accounted for on trade date and accrual accounting is utilized.
Cash and equivalents are included in performance returns. Returns are calculated by geometrically
linking monthly returns. Each of the private partnerships utilized some degree of
leverage which may have more positively benefited performance in a given year as compared to its
unleveraged benchmark.
Furthermore, as international investing also involves additional risks and volatility that include
(but are not limited to) market inefficiencies, accounting dissimilarities, availability of company
specific information, time zone differences, economic and political instability, and fluctuating
interest and currency exchange rates, future international fund returns may differ to a greater
degree from those shown below.
The three private partnerships presented are not subject to the same types of expenses to which
each of the 130/30 Funds is subject, nor to the diversification requirements, specific tax
restrictions, cash flows and investment limitations imposed on each of the 130/30 Funds by the
Investment Company Act of 1940 or Subchapter M of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.
Consequently, the performance results for the private partnerships could have been adversely
affected if they had been regulated as investment companies under the federal securities laws. Cash
flows in private limited partnerships are fairly stable and can be reasonably anticipated. The
130/30 Funds cash flows cannot be comparatively predicted and thus may also negatively affect
future returns. In addition, the performance results for the private partnerships may have been
lower if the expenses to which each of the 130/30 Funds is subject were applied. The investment
results of the private partnerships were not calculated pursuant to the methodology established by
the SEC that will be used to calculate performance results of the 130/30 Fund. The use of a
methodology different from that used below to calculate performance could potentially result in
significantly different and/or lower performance returns.
All information set forth in the tables below relies on data supplied by Alpha Equity or from
statistical services, reports or other sources believed by Alpha Equity to be reliable. The Adviser
did not participate in and is not responsible for these calculations. The private partnerships have
been subject to an annual audit of their year-end net asset values since their inception. However,
the percentage return information presented has not been audited. Please refer to Alpha Equitys
Form ADV Part II for additional information regarding Alpha Equitys fee structure and other
material information.
Ceredex Value Advisors LLC (Ceredex)
300 South Orange Avenue, Suite 1600,
Orlando, Florida 32801
www.ceredexvalue.com
Ceredex, a wholly-owned subsidiary of RidgeWorth, is an investment adviser registered with the SEC.
The firm was established in 2008 after 19 years functioning as RidgeWorths value style
investment management team. As of June 30, 2010, Ceredex had approximately $[ ] billion in
assets under management.
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Ceredex is a value equity asset management firm that seeks to identify catalysts that may lead to
appreciation in undervalued, dividend-paying stocks.
The following individuals are primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of the following
Funds.
Mr. Mills Riddick, CFA, currently serves as President and Chief Investment Officer of Ceredex and
served as Managing Director of the Adviser since July 2000. He has managed the Large Cap Value
Equity Fund since April 1995. He has more than 28 years of investment experience.
Mr. Brett Barner, CFA, currently serves as Managing Director of Ceredex and served as Managing
Director of the Adviser since July 2000. He has managed the Small Cap Value Equity Fund since its
inception. He has more than 25 years of investment experience.
Mr. Don Wordell, CFA, currently serves as Managing Director of Ceredex and served as Director of
the Adviser since December 2005. He has managed the Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund since December 2003,
after co-managing the Fund since its inception. He has more than 14 years of investment experience.
Certium Asset Management LLC (Certium)
50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1400, Atlanta, Georgia 30303
www.certiumllc.com
Certium, a wholly-owned subsidiary of RidgeWorth, is an investment adviser registered with the SEC.
The firm was established in 2008 after 13 years functioning as RidgeWorths international and
quantitative equity investment management team. As of June 30, 2010, Certium had approximately $[
] billion in assets under management.
Certium is an institutional investment management firm focused on passive, quantitative and active
strategies which provide clients with risk-controlled exposure to equity markets.
The following individuals are primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of the following
Funds.
Mr. Chad Deakins, CFA, currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Certium and
served as Managing Director of the Adviser since May 2000. He has co-managed the International
Equity Index Fund since March 2005, after managing the Fund since 1999. He has managed the Large
Cap Quantitative Equity Fund since October 2007 and the International Equity Fund since May 2000.
He has more than 15 years of investment experience.
Mr. Matthew Welden currently serves as Director of Certium and served as a Director of the Adviser
since July 2006 after having served as an Equity Trader from August 1999 to June 2006. He has
co-managed the International Equity Index Fund since April 2008. He has more than 11 years of
investment experience.
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IronOak Advisors LLC (IronOak)
919 East Main Street, Richmond Virginia 23219
www.ironoakadvisors.com
IronOak, a wholly-owned subsidiary of RidgeWorth, is an investment adviser registered with the SEC.
The firm was established in 2008 after 21 years functioning as RidgeWorths core style investment
management team. As of June 30, 2010, IronOak had approximately $[ ] million in assets under
management.
IronOak, specializes in core equity strategies for institutional investors. Its portfolio managers
purchase stocks considered to be on sale under prevailing market conditions, regardless of
whether they are growth or value, and build core portfolios that are positioned to benefit from
opportunities they believe are overlooked.
The following individuals are primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of the following
Funds.
Mr. Jeffrey E. Markunas, CFA, currently serves as President and Chief Investment Officer of IronOak
and served as Managing Director of the Adviser since July 2000. He has managed the Large Cap Core
Equity Fund since its inception. He has more than 26 years of investment experience.
Mr. Charles B. Arrington, CFA, currently serves as Director of IronOak and served as Director of
the Adviser since January 2006, after serving as Vice President since 1997. He has managed the
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund since August 2008 after having co-managed the Fund since January 2007. He
has more than 27 years of investment experience.
Seix Investment Advisors LLC (Seix)
10 Mountainview Road, Suite C-200,
Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458
www.seixadvisors.com
Seix, established in 2008 as a wholly-owned subsidiary of RidgeWorth, is an investment adviser
registered with the SEC. Its predecessor, Seix Investment Advisors, Inc., was founded in 1992 and
was independently-owned until 2004 when the firm joined RidgeWorth as the high grade, high yield
investment management division. As of June 30, 2010, Seix had approximately $[ ] billion in
assets under management.
Seix is a fundamental, credit driven fixed income boutique specializing in both investment grade
and high yield bond management. Seix has employed its bottom-up, research-oriented approach to
fixed income management for over 17 years. Seix is focused on delivering superior, risk-adjusted
investment performance for its clients. Seix selects, buys and sells securities for the Funds it
subadvises under the supervision of the Adviser and the Board.
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The following individuals are primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of the High
Income and Seix Floating Rate High Income Funds.
Mr. Michael McEachern, CFA, currently serves as President and Senior Portfolio Manager of Seix and
served as Managing Director of Seix since May 2004. Mr. McEachern joined Seix Investment Advisors,
Inc., a predecessor of Seix, in 1997, where he served as Senior Portfolio Manager. Mr. McEachern
has co-managed the High Income Fund since July 2004 and the Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
since its inception. He has more than 26 years of investment experience.
Mr. George Goudelias currently serves as Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager of Seix and
served as Managing Director of the Adviser since May 2004. Prior to joining Seix, Mr. Goudelias
served as Director of High Yield Research of Seix Investment Advisors, Inc., a predecessor of Seix,
from February 2001 to May 2004. Mr. Goudelias has co-managed the Seix Floating Rate High Income
Fund since its inception. He has more than 24 years of investment experience.
Mr. Brian Nold, M.D., currently serves as Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager of Seix
and served as Senior High Yield Analyst of Seix since May 2004. Mr. Nold was a High Yield Research
Analyst at Morgan Stanley prior to joining Seix Investment Advisors, Inc., a predecessor of Seix,
in 2003. Mr. Nold has co-managed the High Income Fund since August 2006. He has more than 10 years
of investment experience.
Seix High Yield Fund
Mr. Michael McEachern, CFA, President and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the
Seix High Yield Funds management team since the Funds inception. Mr. McEachern focuses primarily
on high yield bonds and loans and related securities held in the Fund. Mr. McEachern joined Seix
Investment Advisors, Inc., a predecessor of Seix, in 1997, where he served as Senior Portfolio
Manager. Mr. McEachern has more than 26 years of investment experience.
Mr. Michael Kirkpatrick, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the
Seix High Yield Funds management team since February 2007. Mr. Kirkpatrick focuses primarily on
high yield bonds and loans and related securities held in the Fund. Mr. Kirkpatrick joined
Seix Investment Advisors Inc., a predecessor of Seix, in 2002, where he served as a Senior High
Yield Analyst. Mr. Kirkpatrick has more than 19 years of investment experience.
Mr. Brian Nold, M.D., Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the
Seix High Yield Funds management team since August 2007. Mr. Nold focuses primarily on high yield
bonds and loans and related securities held in the Fund. Mr. Nold was a High Yield Research Analyst
at Morgan Stanley prior to joining Seix Investment Advisors, Inc., a predecessor of Seix, in 2003.
Mr. Nold has more than 10 years of investment experience.
Intermediate Bond Fund, Investment Grade Bond Fund, Limited Duration Fund, Limited-Term Federal
Mortgage Securities Fund, Total Return Bond Fund and U.S. Government Securities Fund (collectively,
the Investment Grade Funds)
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Seix utilizes a team management approach for the Investment Grade Funds for which it acts as
Subadviser. Seix is organized into teams of portfolio managers and credit analysts along sectors
and broad investment categories, including government securities, corporate bonds, securitized
assets, high yield bonds, high yield loans, emerging market debt, non-U.S. securities and global
currencies. The senior portfolio managers are responsible for security selection, portfolio
structure and rebalancing, compliance with stated investment objectives, and cash flow monitoring.
Mr. James F. Keegan, Chief Investment Officer, has been a member of the Investment Grade Funds
management team since March 2008, when he joined Seix. Mr. Keegan sets overall investment strategy
and works with Mr. Troisi, Mr. Webb, Mr. Antiles and Mr. Rieger on sector allocation for the
Investment Grade Funds. Prior to joining Seix, Mr. Keegan was a Senior Vice President at American
Century Investments from February 2006 through March 2008, a private investor from July 2003
through January 2006, and the Chief Investment Officer of Westmoreland Capital
Management, LLC from February 2002 through June 2003. Mr. Keegan has more than 27 years of
investment experience.
Mr. Adrien Webb, CFA, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the
Investment Grade Funds management team for several years. Mr. Webb focuses primarily on high grade
corporate bonds and related securities held in the Investment Grade Funds. Mr. Webb joined Seix
Investment Advisors, Inc., a predecessor of Seix, in 2000, where he served as Senior Portfolio
Manager. Mr. Webb has co-managed the Intermediate Bond Fund since January 2002, the Investment
Grade Bond Fund since July 2004, the Limited Duration Fund since February 2007, the Limited-Term
Federal Mortgage Securities Fund since February 2007, the Total Return Bond Fund since January 2002
and the U.S. Government Securities Fund since February 2007. Mr. Webb has more than 15 years of
investment experience.
Mr. Perry Troisi, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the
Investment Grade Funds management team for several years. Mr. Troisi focuses primarily on
United States government and agency bonds and related securities held in the Investment Grade
Funds. Mr. Troisi joined Seix Investment Advisors, Inc., a predecessor of Seix, in 1999, where he
served as Senior Portfolio Manager. Mr. Troisi has co-managed the Intermediate Bond Fund since
January 2002, the Investment Grade Bond Fund since July 2004, the Limited Duration Fund since
inception, the Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund since February 2007, the Total Return
Bond Fund since January 2002 and the U.S. Government Securities Fund since February 2007 He has
more than 24 years of investment experience.
Mr. Michael Rieger, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the Investment
Grade Funds management team since 2007, when he joined Seix. Mr. Rieger focuses primarily on
securitized assets including mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities held in the Investment
Grade Funds. Prior to joining the Adviser in 2007, Mr. Rieger was a Managing Director at AIG Global
Investments since 2005 and a Vice President from 2002 to 2005. Mr. Rieger has co-managed the
Intermediate Bond Fund, the Investment Grade Bond Fund and the Limited Duration Fund since February
2007. He has co-managed the Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund, the Total
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Return Bond
Fund and the U.S. Government Securities Fund since May 2007. Mr. Rieger has more than 23 years of
investment experience.
Mr. Seth Antiles, Ph.D., Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the
management team for the Investment Grade Funds for several years. Mr. Antiles focuses on emerging
market debt, foreign currency and related securities held in the Investment Grade Funds.
Mr. Antiles joined the Adviser in 2005 as the Head of Emerging Markets. Prior to joining the
Adviser, Mr. Antiles was a Director at Citigroup/Salomon Smith Barney since 1997. Mr. Antiles has
co-managed the Intermediate Bond Fund since May 2005, the Investment Grade Bond Fund since May
2005, the Limited Duration Fund since March 2009, the Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund
since March 2009, the Total Return Bond Fund since February 2007 and the U.S. Government Securities
Fund since March 2009. Mr. Antiles has more than 16 years investment experience.
Corporate Bond Fund
Mr. James F. Keegan, Chief Investment Officer, has been a member of the Corporate Bond Funds
management team since March 2008, when he joined the management team of its predecessor Fund.
Mr. Keegan sets overall investment strategy and works with Mr. Webb and Mr. Troisi on sector
allocation for the Fund. Prior to joining Seix in 2008, Mr. Keegan was a Senior Vice President at
American Century Investments from February 2006 through March 2008, a private investor from
July 2003 through January 2006, and the Chief Investment Officer of Westmoreland Capital
Management, LLC from February 2002 through June 2003. Mr. Keegan has more than 27 years of
investment experience.
Mr. Adrien Webb, CFA, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the
Corporate Bond Funds management team since July 2004, when he joined the management team of its
predecessor Fund. Mr. Webb focuses primarily on high grade corporate bonds and related securities
held in the Fund. Mr. Webb joined Seix Investment Advisors, Inc., a predecessor of Seix, in 2000,
where he served as Senior Portfolio Manager. Mr. Webb has more than 15 years of investment
experience.
Mr. Perry Troisi, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the
Corporate Bond Funds management team since July 2004. Mr. Troisi focuses primarily on
U.S. Treasury and agency obligations held in the Fund. Mr. Troisi joined Seix Investment Advisors,
Inc., a predecessor of Seix, in 1999, where he served as Senior Portfolio Manager. He has more than
24 years of investment experience.
Seix Global Strategy Fund
Mr. James F. Keegan, Chief Investment Officer, has been a member of the Seix Global Strategy Funds
management team since the Funds inception. Mr. Keegan sets overall investment strategy and works
with Mr. Webb and Mr. Antiles on sector allocation for the Fund. Prior to joining Seix in 2008,
Mr. Keegan was a Senior Vice President at American Century Investments from February 2006 through
March 2008, a private investor from July 2003 through January 2006, and the
Chief Investment Officer of
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Westmoreland Capital Management, LLC from February 2002 through
June 2003. Mr. Keegan has more than 27 years of investment experience.
Mr. Adrien Webb, CFA, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the Seix
Global Strategy Funds management team since the Funds inception. Mr. Webb focuses primarily on
high grade corporate bonds and related securities held in the Fund. Mr. Webb joined Seix Investment
Advisors, Inc., a predecessor of Seix, in 2000, where he served as Senior Portfolio Manager.
Mr. Webb has more than 15 years of investment experience.
Mr. Seth Antiles, Ph.D., Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, has been a member of the
Seix Global Strategy Funds management team since the Funds inception. Mr. Antiles focuses on
emerging market debt, foreign currency and related securities held in the Fund. Mr. Antiles joined
the Adviser in 2005 as the Head of Emerging Markets. Prior to joining the Adviser, Mr. Antiles was
a Director at Citigroup/Salomon Smith Barney since 1997. Mr. Antiles has more than 16 years of
investment experience.
Silvant Capital Management LLC (Silvant)
50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1400,
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
www.silvantcapital.com
Silvant, a wholly-owned subsidiary of RidgeWorth, is an investment adviser registered with the SEC.
The firm was established in 2008 after 24 years functioning as RidgeWorths growth style investment
management team. As of June 30, 2010, Silvant had approximately $[ ] billion in assets under
management.
Silvant focuses on managing growth equity products for a diverse range of institutional clients.
Its philosophy is that consistent outperformance can be delivered by an investment process which is
grounded in fundamental analysis and includes sophisticated risk management and stock selection
techniques. Silvants investment team seeks to generate performance (alpha) through bottom-up stock
selection, minimizing the potential impact of unintended style bias, sector bets, or macroeconomic
risks relative to the primary benchmark.
The following individuals are primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of the following
Funds.
Mr. Christopher Guinther currently serves as President and Chief Investment Officer of Silvant and
served as Managing Director of the Adviser since February 2007. Prior to joining the Adviser,
Mr. Guinther served as Institutional Small Cap Growth Portfolio Manager of Northern Trust Bank from
September 2005 to January 2007, Small Cap Growth Portfolio Manager of Principal Financial Group
from September 2003 to August 2005, and as One Groups Small Cap Growth Co-Mutual Fund Manager of
Banc One Investment Advisers from January 1996 to March 2003. He has co-managed the Large Cap
Growth Stock Fund and, the Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund since March 2007 and the Small Cap
Growth Stock Fund since February 2007. He has more than 19 years of investment experience.
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Mr. Joe Ransom, CFA, currently serves as Managing Director of Silvant and served as Managing
Director of the Adviser since June 2000. He has co-managed the Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund
since March 2007 after managing the Fund since January 2007. He has co-managed the Large Cap
Growth Stock Fund since [ ]. He has more than 37 years of investment experience.
Mr. Michael A. Sansoterra currently serves as Managing Director of Silvant and served as Director
of the Adviser since March 2007. Prior to joining the Adviser, Mr. Sansoterra served as Large Cap
Diversified Growth Portfolio Manager and Senior Equity Analyst of Principal Global Investors from
February 2003 through March 2007. He has co-managed the Large Cap Growth Stock Fund, the Select
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund and the Small Cap Growth Stock Fund since March 2007. He has more than
15 years of investment experience.
StableRiver Capital Management LLC (StableRiver)
50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1400,
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
www.stableriver.com
StableRiver, a wholly-owned subsidiary of RidgeWorth, is an investment adviser registered with the
SEC. The firm was established in 2008 after 23 years functioning as RidgeWorths fixed income
investment management team. As of June 30, 2010, StableRiver had
approximately [$[ ] billion in assets under management.
StableRiver focuses on delivering high-quality fixed income strategies to institutional investors.
As the name suggests, StableRiver has a firmly established, steadfast investment process that
follows a predictable course of action even in unpredictable market cycles. The firms
multi-faceted strategy employs top-down management with bottom-up security selection incorporating
comprehensive risk management and compliance systems.
StableRiver is responsible for managing the portfolios of the Funds on a day-to-day basis and
selecting the specific securities to buy, sell and hold for the Funds under the supervision of the
Adviser and the Board. A discussion regarding the basis for the Boards approval of the investment
subadvisory agreement appears in the Funds annual report to shareholders for the period ending
March 31, 2010.
The following individuals are primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of the following
Funds
Mr. George E. Calvert, Jr. currently serves as Director of StableRiver and served as Vice President
of the Adviser since August 2000. He has managed the Maryland Municipal Bond Fund and the Virginia
Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund since August 2000. Mr. Calvert has more than 34 years of
investment experience.
Mr. Ronald Schwartz, CFA, currently serves as Managing Director of StableRiver and served as
Managing Director of the Adviser since July 2000. He has managed the High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
and the
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Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund since each Funds respective inception. He has more
than 29 years of investment experience.
Mr. Chris Carter, CFA, currently serves as Director of StableRiver and served as Vice President of
the Adviser since July 2003. He has managed the Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund since August 2003 and
the North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund since March 2005. Prior to joining the Adviser, Mr. Carter
served as a Portfolio Manager and Assistant Portfolio Manager of Evergreen Investment Management
Company from January 2002 to July 2003. He has more than 18 years of investment experience.
The Short-Term Bond Fund, the Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund, the Ultra-Short Bond Fund
and the U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund are each managed by a portfolio management
team comprised of Mr. H. Rick Nelson, Mr. Robert W. Corner and Mr. Chad Stephens. Each member of
the team is primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of the Funds and has authority over
all aspects of the Funds investment portfolio, including selecting securities to purchase, sell or
hold, developing the Funds investment strategies, portfolio construction techniques, portfolio
risk assessment, and the management of daily cash flows.
Mr. H. Rick Nelson currently serves as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer of
StableRiver and served as Managing Director of the Adviser since March 2002. He has co-managed the
Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund since January 2005, the Short-Term Bond Fund since January
2003, the Ultra-Short Bond Fund since July 2004 and the U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond
Fund since July 2004. He has more than 29 years of investment experience.
Mr. Robert W. Corner currently serves as Managing Director of StableRiver and served as Managing
Director of the Adviser since September 1996. He has co-managed the Ultra-Short Bond Fund and the
U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund since July 2004 and the Short Term Bond Fund since
January 2003 after managing each respective Fund since its inception and has co-managed the
Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund since March 2008. He has more than 21 years of investment
experience.
Mr. Chad Stephens currently serves as Director of StableRiver and served as Vice President of the
Adviser since December 2000. He has co-managed the Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund since
January 2005, the Ultra-Short Bond Fund and the U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Fund since
August 2006 and the Short-Term Bond Fund since March 2008. He has more than 20 years of investment
experience.
Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC (ZCI)
601 Union Street,
Seattle, Washington 98101
www.zci.com
ZCI, a minority-owned subsidiary of RidgeWorth, is an investment adviser registered with the SEC.
The firm was established in 1987 and serves as sub-adviser to the RidgeWorth Aggressive Growth and
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Emerging
Growth Funds. As of June 30, 2010, ZCI had approximately $[
] billion in assets under management.
ZCI specializes in aggressive growth-equity investment advisory services for separately managed
portfolios and mutual funds. ZCIs investment philosophy and stock selection process, unchanged
since its inception, operates under the principle that revenue, cash flow and earnings growth are
the key determinants of long-term stock price appreciation. ZCI selects, buys and sells securities
for the Aggressive Growth Stock Fund and the Emerging Growth Stock Fund.
The following individuals are primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of the Aggressive
Growth Stock Fund and the Emerging Growth Stock Fund .
Ms. Nancy Zevenbergen, CFA, CIC, has served as President and Chief Investment Officer of ZCI since
January 1987. She has co-managed the Funds since each Funds respective inception. She has more
than 28 years of investment experience.
Ms. Brooke
de Boutray, CFA, CIC, has served as Managing Director Portfolio Manager and Analyst of
ZCI since 1992. She has co-managed the Funds since each Funds respective inception. She has more
than 27 years of investment experience.
Ms. Leslie Tubbs, CFA, CIC, has served as Managing Director, Portfolio Manager and Analyst for ZCI
since 1995. She has co-managed the Funds since each Funds respective inception. She has more
than 15 years of investment experience.
Purchasing, Selling and Exchanging Fund Shares
This section tells you how to purchase, sell (sometimes called redeem)and exchange A Shares, B
Shares, C Shares, R Shares, I Shares Institutional Shares and Corporate Trust Shares of the Funds.
C Shares of the Prime Quality Money Market Fund are available only through exchanges of C Shares of
other RidgeWorth Funds. C Shares of the Prime Quality Money Market Fund (i) are subject to a 1%
contingent deferred sales charge (CDSC) of you redeem your shares within one year of the date you
purchased the original RidgeWorth Fund C Shares and (ii) have higher annual expenses than A Shares
of the Prime Quality Money Market Fund. Investors purchasing or selling shares through a pension or
401(k) plan should also refer to their Plan documents.
B shares are closed to purchases by new and existing investors. Existing shareholders, however, may
still reinvest dividend and capital gain distributions in B Shares of the Funds and exchange B
Shares of any Fund for B Shares of any other Fund, if applicable. The information below regarding
how to purchase shares is intended for existing holders of B Shares.
Participants in retirement plans must contact their Employee Benefits Office or their Plans
Administrator for information regarding the purchase, redemption or exchange of shares. Plans may
require separate documentation and the plans policies and procedures may be different than those
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described in this prospectus. Participants should contact their employee benefits office or plan
administrator for questions about their specific accounts.
If your I Shares are held in a retirement plan account, the rules and procedures you must follow as
a plan participant regarding the purchase, redemption or exchange of I Shares may be different from
those described in this prospectus. Review the information you have about your retirement plan
(e.g., the SunTrust 401(k) Summary Plan Description) and contact the SunTrust Benefits Service
Center (BENE) at 1-800-818-2363 for specific questions about your account.
How to Purchase Fund Shares
Purchasing A Shares and C Shares
You may purchase A Shares and C Shares of the Funds through financial institutions or
intermediaries that are authorized to place transactions in Fund shares for their customers. Please
contact your financial institution or intermediary directly and follow its procedures for Fund
share transactions. Your financial institution or intermediary may charge a fee for its services,
in addition to the fees charged by a Fund. You will also generally have to address your
correspondence or questions regarding a Fund to your financial institution or intermediary.
Your investment professional can assist you in opening a brokerage account that will be used for
purchasing shares of RidgeWorth Funds.
Shareholders who purchase shares directly from the Funds may purchase additional Fund shares by:
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The Funds do not accept cash, credit card checks, third-party checks, travelers checks, money
orders, bank starter checks, or checks drawn in a foreign currency, as payment for Fund shares.
If you pay with a check or ACH transfer that does not clear or if your payment is not received in a
timely manner, your purchase may be canceled. You will be responsible for any losses or expenses
incurred by the Fund or transfer agent, and the Fund can redeem shares you own in this or another
identically registered RidgeWorth Funds account as reimbursement.
Purchasing R Shares
R Shares are designed to be sold only through various third-party intermediaries that offer
employer-sponsored defined contribution retirement plans and other retirement plan platforms
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brokers, dealers, banks, insurance companies, retirement plan record-keepers and others.
R Shares require an agreement with the Funds prior to investment. The intermediary may charge a
fee for its services. Please consult your intermediary to find out about how to purchase R Shares
of the Funds.
R Shares may also be purchased by shareholders of the Intermediate Bond Fund and Total Return Bond
Fund who owned C Shares in the applicable Fund on February 12, 2009 and by shareholders of the
Investment Grade Bond Fund, the High Income Fund, and the Seix High Yield Fund who owned C Shares
in the applicable Fund on July 31, 2009.
Purchasing I Shares
The Funds offer I Shares to financial institutions and intermediaries for their own accounts or for
the accounts of customers for whom they may act as fiduciary agent, investment adviser, or
custodian. These accounts primarily consist of:
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Employee benefit plans generally include profit sharing, 401(k) and 403(b) plans. Employee benefit
plans generally do not include IRAs; SIMPLE, SEP, SARSEP plans; plans covering self-employed
individuals and their employees or health savings accounts unless you, as a customer of a financial
institution or intermediary, meet the Funds established criteria as described above.
As a result, you, as a customer of a financial institution or intermediary, may, under certain
circumstances that meet the Funds established criteria, be able to purchase I Shares through
accounts made with select financial institutions or intermediaries. I Shares will be held of record
by (in the name of) your financial institution or intermediary. Depending upon the terms of your
account, you may have, or be given, the right to vote your I Shares. Financial institutions or
intermediaries may impose eligibility requirements for each of their clients or customers investing
in the Funds, including investment minimum requirements, which may differ from those imposed by the
Funds. Please contact your financial institution or intermediary for complete details for
purchasing I Shares.
I Shares may also be purchased directly from the Funds by officers, directors or trustees, and
employees and their immediate families (strictly limited to current spouses/domestic partners and
dependent children) of:
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Validation of current employment/service will be required upon establishment of the account. The
Funds, in their sole discretion, may determine if an applicant qualifies for this program.
In-Kind Purchases I Shares
Payment for I Shares of a Fund may, in the discretion of the Adviser, be made in the form of
securities that are permissible investments for such Fund. In connection with an in-kind securities
payment, a Fund will require, among other things, that the securities (a) meet the investment
objectives and policies of the Fund; (b) are acquired for investment and not for resale; (c) are
liquid securities that are not restricted as to transfer either by law or liquidity of markets;
(d) have a value that is readily ascertainable (e.g., by a listing on a nationally recognized
securities exchange); and (e) are valued on the day of purchase in accordance with the pricing
methods used by the Fund. For further information about this form of payment, please call
1-888-784-3863.
Purchasing Institutional Shares
The Funds offer Institutional Shares exclusively to financial institutions and intermediaries for
their own accounts or for the accounts of customers for which they act as fiduciary agent,
investment adviser, or custodian and which consist of:
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Shares are sold without a sales charge, although institutions may charge their customers for
services provided in connection with the purchase of shares. Institutional shares will be held of
record by (in the name of) your institution. Depending upon the terms of your account, however, you
may have, or be given, the right to vote your Institutional Shares.
Purchasing Corporate Trust Shares
The Fund offers Corporate Trust Shares only to accounts of various financial intermediaries with
whom the Fund has certain agreements (Intermediaries). Shares are sold without a sales charge.
Corporate Trust Shares will be held of record by (in the name of) the Intermediary. Depending upon
the terms of your account, however, you may have, or be given, the right to vote your Corporate
Trust Shares.
When Can You Purchase Shares? A Shares, C Shares, R Shares, I Shares, Institutional Shares and
Corporate Trust Shares
The Funds are open for business on days when the New York Stock Exchange (the NYSE) is open for
regular trading (a Business Day). In the case of the Money Market Funds, the Federal Reserve Bank
of New York (the Fed) must also be open for settlement. The RidgeWorth Funds reserve the right to
open one or more Fixed Income or Money Market Funds on days that the principal bond markets (as
recommended by the Bond Market Association) are open and, in the case of the Money Market Funds,
the Fed is open for settlement even if the NYSE is closed. Each Fund (except the Institutional Cash
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Management Money Market Fund) calculates its net asset value per share (NAV) once each Business
Day at the close of regular trading on the NYSE (normally 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time). The
Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund calculates its NAV at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
If an Equity, Asset Allocation or Fixed Income Fund or its authorized agent receives your purchase
or redemption request in proper form before 4:00 p.m., Eastern Time, your transaction will be
priced at that Business Days NAV. If your request is received after 4:00 p.m., it will be priced
at the next Business Days NAV. For you to be eligible to receive dividends declared on the day you
submit your purchase order, a Money Market Fund or its authorized agent must receive your purchase
order in proper form before 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time and must receive federal funds (readily
available funds) before 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Otherwise, your purchase order will be effective
the following Business Day, as long as the Money Market Fund receives federal funds before
calculating its NAV the following day.
In the case of Money Market Funds for you to be eligible to receive dividends declared on the day
you submit your purchase order, each Money Market Fund or its authorized agent must receive your
purchase order in proper form before the time shown in the table below and must receive federal
funds (readily available funds) before 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Otherwise, your purchase
order will be effective the following Business Day, as long as the Fund receives federal funds
before calculating its NAV the following day.
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The time at which transactions and shares are priced and the time until which orders are accepted
may be changed if the NYSE closes early or if the principal bond markets close early on days when
the NYSE is closed. For those Funds that open on days when the NYSE is closed, these times will be
the time the principal bond markets close.
The Funds will not accept orders that request a particular day or price for the transaction or any
other special conditions.
You may be required to transmit your purchase sale and exchange orders to your financial
institutions or intermediaries at an earlier time for your transaction to become effective that
day. This allows the financial institution or intermediary time to process your order and transmit
it to the transfer agent in time to meet the above stated Fund cut-off times. For more
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information
about how to purchase, sell or exchange Fund shares, including a specific financial institutions
or intermediarys internal order entry cut-off times, please contact your financial institution or
intermediary directly.
A Fund may reject any purchase order.
How the Funds Calculate NAV A Shares, B Shares, C Shares, R Shares, I Shares, Institutional Shares, and Corporate Trust Shares
NAV is calculated by adding the total value of a Funds investments and other assets, subtracting
its liabilities, and then dividing that figure by the number of outstanding shares of the Fund.
In calculating NAV, each Fund (except the Money Market Funds) generally values its investment
portfolio at market price. The Allocation Strategies value their Underlying Funds at the NAV
reported by those Underlying Funds and other portfolio securities are generally valued at market
price. In calculating NAV for each Money Market Fund, each Fund generally values its investment
portfolio using the amortized cost valuation method, which is described in detail in the SAI. If
market prices are not readily available or a Fund reasonably believes that market prices or
amortized cost valuation method are unreliable, such as in the case of a security value that has
been materially affected by events occurring after the relevant market closes, a Fund is required
to price those securities at fair value as determined in good faith using methods approved by the
Board. A Funds determination of a securitys fair value price often involves the consideration of
a number of subjective factors, and is therefore subject to the unavoidable risk that the value
that a Fund assigns to a security may be higher or lower than the securitys value would be if a
reliable market quotation for the security was readily available. Each Money Market Fund expects
its NAV to remain constant at $1.00 per shares, although the Fund cannot guarantee this.
Although the Equity Funds, except the International Equity Fund, International Equity Index Fund
and the International Equity 130/30 Fund invest primarily in the stocks of U.S. companies that are
traded on U.S. exchanges, there may be limited circumstances in which a Fund would price securities
at fair value for example, if the exchange on which a portfolio security is principally traded
closed early or if trading in a particular security was halted during the day and did not resume
prior to the time a Fund calculated its NAV.
When valuing fixed income securities with remaining maturities of more than 60 days, the Funds use
the value of the security provided by pricing services. The values provided by a pricing service
may be based upon market quotations for the same security, securities expected to trade in a
similar manner, or a pricing matrix. When valuing fixed income securities with remaining maturities
of 60 days or less, the Funds use the securitys amortized cost. Amortized cost and the use of a
pricing matrix in valuing fixed income securities are forms of fair value pricing. Fair value
prices may be determined in good faith using methods approved by the Board. Each Money Market Fund
expects its NAV to remain constant at $1.00 per share, although a Fund cannot guarantee this.
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With respect to non-U.S. securities held by a Fund, the Fund may take factors influencing specific
markets or issues into consideration in determining the fair value of a non-U.S. security.
International securities markets may be open on days when the U.S. markets are closed. In such
cases, the value of any international securities owned by a Fund may be significantly affected on
days when investors cannot buy or sell shares. In addition, due to the difference in times between
the close of the international markets and the time a Fund prices its shares, the value the Fund
assigns to securities generally will not be the same as the primary markets or exchanges. In
determining fair value prices, a Fund may consider the performance of securities on their primary
exchanges, foreign currency appreciation/depreciation, securities market movements in the U.S., or
other relevant information as related to the securities.
The prices for many securities held by the Funds are provided by independent pricing services
approved by the Board.
Minimum/Maximum Purchases A Shares, C Shares and I Shares
To purchase A Shares or C Shares for the first time, you must invest in any Fund at least:
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Purchases of C Shares of the Prime Quality Money Market Fund requested in an amount of $1,000,000
or more will automatically be made in A Shares of that Fund.
Purchases of C Shares of the Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund requested in an amount of
$100,000 or more will be automatically made in A Shares of that Fund. Purchases of C Shares of the
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund or the Short-Term Bond Fund requested in an amount of
$250,000 or more will be automatically made in A Shares of that Fund. Purchases of C Shares of any
other Fund requested in an amount of $1,000,000 or more will automatically be made in A Shares of
that Fund.
Your subsequent investments must be made in amounts of at least $1,000 or, if you pay by a
statement coupon, $100. The Funds may accept investments of smaller amounts for either class of
shares at its discretion.
For investors who qualify to purchase R Shares and I Shares, there are no minimum or maximum
requirements for initial or subsequent purchases.
Systematic Investment Plan A Shares and C Shares
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If you have a checking or savings account with a bank, you may purchase A Shares and C Shares
automatically through regular deductions from your bank account. With a $500 minimum initial
investment, you may begin regularly-scheduled investments of $50 or more once or twice a month. If
you are buying C Shares, you should plan on investing at least $5,000 per Fund during the first two
years. The Funds may close your account if you do not meet this minimum investment requirement at
the end of two years.
Minimum Purchases Institutional Shares
To purchase Institutional Shares for the first time, you must invest at least $5,000,000 for the
Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund and $10,000,000 for the other Institutional
Money Market Funds. Institutions that have multiple qualifying accounts (e.g., a pension plan and a
foundation) may aggregate those accounts to meet minimum purchase requirements. A Fund may accept
investments of smaller amounts at its discretion.
In-Kind Purchases Money Market Funds
Payment for shares of a Money Market Fund may, in the discretion of the Adviser, be made in the
form of securities that are permissible investments for such Fund. In connection with an in-kind
securities payment, a Money Market Fund will require, among other things, that the securities
(a) meet the investment objectives and policies of the Fund; (b) are acquired for investment and
not for resale; (c) are liquid securities that are not restricted as to transfer either by law or
liquidity of markets; (d) have a value that is readily ascertainable (e.g., by a listing on a
nationally recognized securities exchange); and (e) are valued on the day of purchase in accordance
with the pricing methods used by the Fund. For further information about this form of payment,
please call 1-888-784-3863.
Customer Identification
Foreign Investors
To purchase A Shares, C Shares and R Shares of the Funds, you must be a U.S. citizen, a U.S.
resident alien, or a U.S. entity, with a U.S. tax identification number, and reside in the U.S. or
its territories (which includes U.S. military APO or FPO addresses). If you owned shares on July
31, 2006, you may keep your account open even if you do not reside in the U.S. or its territories,
but you may not make additional purchases or exchanges.
The Funds do not generally accept investments in I Shares, Institutional Shares or Corporate
Trust Shares by non-U.S. citizens or entities. Investors in I Shares, Institutional Shares or
Corporate Trust Shares generally must reside in the U.S. or its territories (which includes
U.S. military APO or FPO addresses) and have a U.S. tax identification number.
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Customer Identification and Verification
To help the government fight the funding of terrorism and money laundering activities, federal law
requires all financial institutions to obtain, verify, and record information that identifies each
person who opens an account.
When you open an account, you will be asked to provide your name, residential street address, date
of birth, Social Security Number or tax identification number. You may also be asked for other
information that will allow us to identify you. Entities are also required to provide additional
documentation. This information will be verified to ensure the identity of all persons opening a
mutual fund account.
In certain instances, the Funds are required to collect documents to fulfill their legal
obligation. Documents provided in connection with your application will be used solely to establish
and verify a customers identity.
The Funds are required by law to reject your new account application if the required identifying
information is not provided. Attempts to collect the missing information required on the
application will be performed by either contacting you or, if applicable, your broker. If this
information is unable to be obtained within a timeframe established in the sole discretion of the
Funds, your application will be rejected.
Upon receipt of your application in proper form (or upon receipt of all identifying information
required on the application), your investment will be accepted and your order will be processed at
the NAV next determined.
However, the Funds reserve the right to close your account at the then-current days price if the
Funds are unable to verify your identity. Attempts to verify your identity will be performed within
a timeframe established in the sole discretion of the Funds. If the Funds are unable to verify your
identity, the Funds reserve the right to liquidate your account at the then-current days price and
remit proceeds to you via check. The Funds reserve the further right to hold your proceeds until
your original check clears the bank. In such an instance, you may be subject to a gain or loss on
Fund shares and will be subject to corresponding tax implications.
Anti-Money Laundering Program
Customer identification and verification is part of the Funds overall obligation to deter money
laundering under federal law. The Funds have adopted an anti-money laundering compliance program
designed to prevent the Funds from being used for money laundering or the financing of terrorist
activities. In this regard, the Funds reserve the right to (i) refuse, cancel or rescind any
purchase or exchange order, (ii) freeze any account and/or suspend account services, or
(iii) involuntarily redeem your account in cases of threatening conduct or suspected fraudulent or
illegal activity. These actions will be taken when, in the sole discretion of Fund management, they
are deemed to be in the best interest of the Funds or in cases when the Funds are requested or
compelled to do so by governmental or law enforcement authority.
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Sales Charges A Shares and C Shares
Front-End Sales Charges A Shares
The offering price of A Shares is the NAV next calculated after a Fund receives your request in
proper form, plus the front-end sales charge.
The amount of any front-end sales charge included in your offering price varies, depending on the
amount of your investment
Value Equity Funds
Large Cap Value Equity Fund
Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund
Small Cap Value Equity Fund
Core Equity Funds
Large Cao Core Equity Fund
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund
Growth Equity Funds
Aggressive Growth Stock Fund
Emerging Growth Stock Fund
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund
Small Cap Growth Stock Fund
International and Alternative Funds
International Equity Fund
International Equity Index Fund
Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund
International Equity 130/30 Fund
Real Estate 130/30 Fund
U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund
Asset Allocation Funds
Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy
Growth Allocation Strategy
Moderate Allocation Strategy
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Your Net Investment |
Less than $50,000 |
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5.75 |
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6.10 |
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$50,000 but less than $100,000 |
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4.75 |
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4.99 |
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$100,000 but less than $250,000 |
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3.75 |
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3.90 |
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$250,000 but less than $500,000 |
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Your Sales Charge as |
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$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 |
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2.04 |
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$1,000,000 and over |
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The distributor may pay a percentage of the offering price as a commission to broker-dealers.
While investments over $1,000,000 are not subject to a front-end sales charge, the distributor may
pay dealer commissions ranging from 0.25% to 1.00%. |
Investment Grade Funds
Corporate Bond Fund
Intermediate Bond Fund
Investment Grade Bond Fund
Seix Global Strategy Fund
Total Return Bond Fund
U.S. Government Securities Fund
High Yield Funds
High Income Fund
Seix High Yield Fund
Municipal Bond Funds
Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund
North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund]
Asset Allocation Funds
Conservative Allocation Strategy
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Less than $50,000 |
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4.75 |
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4.99 |
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$50,000 but less than $100,000 |
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$100,000 but less than $250,000 |
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$250,000 but less than $500,000 |
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$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 |
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$1,000,000 and over |
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The Distributor may pay a percentage of the offering price as a commission to broker-dealers.
While investments over $1,000,000 are not subject to a front-end sales charge, the Distributor may
pay dealer commissions ranging from 0.25% to 1.00%. |
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Investment Grade Funds
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund
High Yield Funds
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
Short Duration Funds
Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund
Short-Term Bond Fund
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Less than $50,000 |
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$50,000 but less than $100,000 |
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$100,000 but less than $250,000 |
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$250,000 but less than $500,000 |
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$500,000 but less than $1,000,000 |
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$1,000,000 and over |
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The Distributor may pay a percentage of the offering price as a commission to broker-dealers.
While investments over $1,000,000 are not subject to a front-end sales charge, the Distributor may
pay dealer commissions ranging from 0.25% to 1.00%. |
Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith, Inc. (Merrill Lynch) receives an additional 0.25% of the
front-end sales charge of A Shares of certain Funds.
Investments of $1,000,000 or more. You do not pay an initial sales charge when you buy $1,000,000
or more of A Shares (excluding A Shares of RidgeWorth Money Market Funds) in either a single
investment or through our rights of accumulation, letter of intent, or combined purchase/quantity
discount programs. However, you will pay a deferred sales charge of 1.00% if you redeem any of
these A Shares within one year of purchase. The deferred sales charge is calculated based on the
lessor of (1) the NAV of the shares at the time of purchase or (2) NAV of the shares next
calculated after the Fund receives your redemption request. The deferred sales charge does not
apply to shares you purchase through reinvestment of dividends or capital gains distributions.
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Waiver of Front-End Sales Charge A Shares
The front-end sales charge will be waived on A Shares purchased:
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through an account managed by an affiliate of the Adviser; |
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by persons repurchasing shares they redeemed within the last 180 days (see Repurchase of
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by employees, and members of their immediate family (spouse, mother, father, mother-in-law,
father-in-law, and children (including step-children) under the age of 21 years), of the Adviser
and its affiliates; |
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by current RidgeWorth Funds shareholders reinvesting distributions from qualified employee
benefit retirement plans and rollovers from individual retirement accounts (IRAs); |
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by persons investing an amount less than or equal to the value of an account distribution when
an account for which a bank affiliated with the Adviser acted in a fiduciary, administrative,
custodial or investment advisory capacity is closed; or |
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through dealers, retirement plans, asset allocation and wrap programs and financial institutions
that, under their dealer agreements with the Distributor or otherwise, do not receive any portion
of the front-end sales charge; or |
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Repurchase of A Shares
You may repurchase any amount of A Shares of any Fund at NAV (without the normal front-end sales
charge), up to the limit of the value of any amount of A Shares (other than those which were
purchased with reinvested dividends and distributions) that you redeemed within the past 180 days.
In effect, this allows you to reacquire shares that you may have had to redeem, without re-paying
the front-end sales charge. Such repurchases may be subject to special tax rules. See the section
on Taxes in the SAI for more information. To exercise this privilege, the Funds must receive your
purchase order within 180 days of your redemption. In addition, you must notify the Fund when you
send in your purchase order that you are repurchasing shares.
Reduced Sales Charges A Shares
Rights of Accumulation. You may take into account your accumulated holdings in all share classes of
RidgeWorth Funds (excluding RidgeWorth Funds Money Market Funds) to determine the initial sales
charge you pay on each purchase of A Shares. In calculating the appropriate sales charge rate, this
right allows you to add the market value (at the close of business on the day of the current
purchase) of your existing holdings in any class of shares to the amount of A Shares you are
currently purchasing. The Funds may amend or terminate this right at any time. Please see the SAI
for details.
Letter of Intent. A Letter of Intent allows you to purchase shares over a 13-month period and
receive the same sales charge as if you had purchased all the shares at the same time.
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The Funds will hold a certain portion of your investment in escrow until you fulfill your
commitment. Please see the SAI for details.
Combined Purchase/Quantity Discount Privilege. When calculating the appropriate sales charge rate,
the Funds will combine same day purchases of shares of any class made by you, your spouse and your
minor children (under age 21). This combination also applies to A Shares you purchase with a Letter
of Intent.
You can also obtain this information about sales charges, rights of accumulation and Letters of
Intent on the Funds website at www.ridgeworthfunds.com.
Contingent Deferred Sales Charge (CDSC) B Shares
You do not pay a sales charge when you purchase B Shares. However, if you redeem your shares within
five years of purchase, you will generally pay a CDSC on these shares according to the following
schedule:
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1 to 2 Years |
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2 to 3 Years |
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3 to 4 Years |
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4 to 5 Years |
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The CDSC does not apply to share price appreciation or shares acquired through dividend or capital
gains distribution reinvestment. To minimize the CDSC, shares not subject to any charge will be
redeemed first, followed by shares held longest (therefore having the lowest CDSC).
Contingent Deferred Sales Charges (CDSC) C Shares
You do not pay a sales charge when you purchase C Shares. The offering price of C Shares is simply
the next calculated NAV. But, if you sell your shares within the first year after your purchase,
you will pay a CDSC equal to 1% of either (1) the NAV of the shares at the time of purchase, or
(2) NAV of the shares next calculated after the Funds receive your sale request, whichever is less.
The Funds will use the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method to determine the holding period. So, you
never pay a CDSC on any increase in your investment above the initial offering price. The CDSC does
not apply to shares you purchase through reinvestment of dividends or distributions or to exchanges of C
Shares of one Fund for C Shares of another Fund.
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Waiver of CDSC
The CDSC will be waived if you sell your C Shares for the following reasons:
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You are shareholder/joint shareholder or participant/beneficiary of certain retirement plans; |
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You die or become disabled after the account is opened; |
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Redemption must be made within 1 year of such death/disability; |
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The Funds must be notified in writing of such death/disability at time of redemption request; |
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The Funds must be provided with satisfactory evidence of death (death certificate) or
disability (doctors certificate specifically referencing disability as defined in 72(m)(7)
referenced above). |
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Participation in the Systematic Withdrawal Plan described below: |
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Withdrawal not to exceed 10% of the current balance of a Fund in a 12 month period, the
10% amount will be calculated as of the date of the initial Systematic Withdrawal Plan and
recalculated annually on the 12 month anniversary date. Shares purchased through dividend or
capital gains reinvestment, although not subject to the CDSC, will be included in calculating the
account value and 10% limitation amount; |
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If the total of all Fund account withdrawals (Systematic Withdrawal Plan or otherwise)
exceeds the 10% limit within the 12 month period following the initial calculation date, the entire
Systematic Withdrawal Plan for the period will be subject to the applicable sales charge, in the
initial year of a Systematic Withdrawal Plan, the withdrawal limitation period shall begin
12 months before the initial Systematic Withdrawal Plan payment; |
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To qualify for the CDSC waiver under the Systematic Withdrawal Plan a Fund account must
have a minimum of $25,000 at Systematic Withdrawal Plan inception and must also reinvest dividends
and capital gains distributions. |
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Required mandatory minimum withdrawals made after 70 1/2 under any retirement plan qualified
under IRS Code Section 401, 408 or 403(b) or resulting from the tax free return of an excess
distribution to an Individual Retirement Account (IRA). Satisfactory qualified plan documentation
to support any waiver includes employer letter (separation from services) and plan administrator
certificate (certain distributions under plan requirements). |
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Permitted exchanges of shares, except if shares acquired by exchange are then redeemed within
the period during which a CDSC would apply to the initial shares purchased. |
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Exchanges in connection with plans of Fund reorganizations such as mergers and acquisitions. |
To take advantage of any of these waivers, you must qualify in advance. To see if you qualify,
please call your investment professional or other investment representative. These waivers are
subject to change or elimination at any time at the discretion of the Funds.
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The C Shares CDSC will be waived for certain retirement plan providers that have entered into
administrative agreements with the Funds. Please see the SAI for more information on this program.
Offering Price of Fund Shares A Shares, C Shares, R Shares and I Shares
The offering price of A Shares is the NAV next calculated after the transfer agent receives your
request, in proper form, plus any front-end sales charge. The offering price of C Shares, R Shares
and I Shares is simply the next calculated NAV.
You can also obtain this information about sales charges, rights of accumulation and letters of
intent on the Funds website at www.ridgeworth.com.
How to Sell Your Fund Shares
You may sell your shares on any Business Day by contacting your financial institution or
intermediary. Your financial institution or intermediary will give you information about how to
sell your shares including any specific cut-off times required.
Holders of Institutional Shares may sell shares by following the procedures established when they
opened their account or accounts with the Funds or with their financial institution or
intermediary. Holders of Corporate Trust Shares may sell shares on any Business Day by contacting
their Intermediary. The Intermediary will provide information about how to sell shares including
any specific cut-off times required. The sale price of each share will be the NAV next determined
after the Funds receive your request in proper form.
Redemption orders must be received by the Funds on a Business Day before 10:30 a.m., Eastern Time
for the Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund, before 3:00 p.m., Eastern Time for
the Institutional U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund and the Institutional U.S. Treasury
Securities Money Market Fund and before 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time for the Institutional Cash
Management Money Market Fund. Orders received after these times will be executed the following
Business Day.
Selling A Shares, B Shares and C Shares
If you own your A Shares, B Shares or C Shares through an account with a broker or other financial
institution or intermediary, contact that broker, financial institution or intermediary to sell
your shares. Your broker, financial institution or intermediary may charge a fee for its services,
in addition to the fees charged by the Funds.
Shareholders who purchased shares directly from the Funds may sell their Fund Shares by:
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Selling R Shares
Please consult your intermediary to find out about how to sell your R Shares of the Funds.
Selling I Shares
You may sell your I Shares on any Business Day by contacting your financial institution or
intermediary. Your financial institution or intermediary will give you information about how to
sell your shares including any specific cut-off times required.
Holders of I Shares may sell shares by following the procedures established when they opened their
account or accounts with the Funds or with their financial institution or intermediary. The sale
price of each share will be the next NAV determined after the Funds receive your request in proper
form.
Redemption orders must be received by the Prime Quality Money Market Fund on any Business Day
before 3:00 p.m., Eastern Time. Orders received after 3:00 p.m., Eastern Time will be executed
the following Business Day.
A Medallion Signature
Guarantee ?
- A Shares, B Shares, C Shares, R Shares and I Shares
A Medallion Signature Guarantee by a bank or other financial institution (a notarized signature
is not sufficient) is required to redeem shares:
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sent to an address or bank account other than the address or bank account of record; or |
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sent to an address or bank account of record that has been changed within the last 15 calendar
days. |
Other documentation may be required depending on the registration of the account.
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Medallion Signature Guarantee: A Medallion Signature Guarantee verifies the
authenticity of your signature and helps ensure that changes to your account are in fact
authorized by you. A Medallion Signature Guarantee may be obtained from a domestic bank or trust
company, broker, dealer, clearing agency, savings association or other financial institution
participating in a Medallion Program recognized by the Securities Trading Association. Signature
guarantees from financial institutions that do not reflect one of the following are not part of
the program and will not be accepted. The acceptable Medallion programs are Securities Transfer
Agents Medallion Program, (STAMP), Stock Exchange Medallion Program, (SEMP), or the New York Stock
Exchange, Inc. Medallion Program, (NYSE MSP). Contact your local financial adviser or institution
for further assistance. |
Sale Price of Fund Shares A Shares, B Shares, C Shares, R Shares and I Shares
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The sale price of each share will be the next NAV determined after the Funds receive your request,
in proper form, less, in the case of B Shares and C Shares, any applicable CDSC.
Redemption orders must be received by the Funds on a Business Day before 10:30 a.m., Eastern Time
for the Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund, the Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund
and the Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund or before 3:00 p.m., Eastern Time for the Institutional
U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund, the Institutional U.S. Treasury Securities Money
Market Fund, Prime Quality Money Market Fund, the U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund and
the U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund, and before 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time
for the Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund. Orders received after these times will be
executed the following Business Day.
Systematic Withdrawal Plan A Shares, B Shares and C Shares
If you have at least $10,000 in your account, you may use the systematic withdrawal plan. Under the
plan you may arrange monthly, quarterly, semi-annual or annual automatic withdrawals of at least
$50 from any Fund. The proceeds of each withdrawal will be mailed to you by check or, if you have a
checking or savings account with a bank, may be electronically transferred to your account. Please
check with your bank. Withdrawals under the Systematic Withdrawal Plan may be subject to a CDSC
unless they meet the requirements described above under Waiver of the CDSC.
Receiving Your Money A Shares, B Shares, C Shares, R Shares and I Shares
Normally, the Funds will send your sale proceeds within five Business Days after the Funds receive
your request, but a Fund may take up to seven days to pay the sale proceeds if making immediate
payments would adversely affect the Fund (for example, to allow the Fund to raise capital in the
case of a large redemption). Your proceeds from the sale of A Shares, B Shares or C Shares can be
wired to your bank account (subject to a fee) or sent to you by check. If you recently purchased
your A Shares or C Shares by check or through ACH, redemption proceeds may not be available until
your funds have cleared (which may take up to 15 calendar days from your date of purchase).
Under normal circumstances, if the Prime Quality Money Market Fund, the Tax-Exempt Money Market
Fund, the U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund, the U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund and
the Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund receive your order before the Funds cut-off time (as set
forth under How to Sell Your Fund Shares ), the Fund will make available to you the proceeds
that same business day, by wire. Otherwise, except as permitted by federal securities laws your
redemption proceeds will be paid within seven days after the Fund receives the redemption request
in good order.
Receiving Your Money Institutional and Corporate Trust Shares
Under normal circumstances, if a Fund receives your order before the Funds cut-off time (as set
forth under How to Sell Your Fund Shares), the Fund will make available to you the proceeds that
same
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business day, by wire. Otherwise, except as permitted by federal securities laws your
redemption proceeds will be paid within seven days after the Fund receives the redemption request
in good order.
Redemptions In Kind A Shares, B Shares, C Shares, R Shares and I Shares
The Funds generally pay redemption proceeds in cash. However, under unusual conditions that make
the payment of cash unwise (and for the protection of the Funds remaining shareholders), the Funds
might pay all or part of your redemption proceeds in liquid securities with a market value equal to
the redemption price (redemption in kind). It is highly unlikely that your shares would ever be
redeemed in kind, but if they were you would probably have to pay transaction costs to sell the
securities distributed to you, as well as taxes on any capital gains from the sale as with any
redemption.
Involuntary Sales of Your Shares A Shares, B Shares and C Shares
If your account balance drops below the required minimum as a result of redemptions you may be
required to sell your shares. The account balance minimums are:
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But, the Funds will always give you at least 60 days written notice to give you time to add to your
account and avoid the sale of your shares.
Suspension of Your Right to Sell Your Shares A Shares, B Shares, C Shares, R Shares and I Shares
A Fund may suspend your right to sell your shares if the NYSE restricts trading, the SEC declares
an emergency or for other reasons approved by the SEC. More information about this is in the SAI.
How to Exchange Your Shares A Shares, B Shares and C Shares
You may exchange your A Shares B Shares or C Shares on any Business Day by contacting the Funds or
your financial institution or intermediary by mail or telephone. Exchange requests must be for an
amount of at least $1,000.
The exchange privilege is not intended as a vehicle for short-term trading. Excessive exchange
activity may interfere with Fund management and may have an adverse effect on all shareholders. In
order to limit excessive exchange activity and in other circumstances where it is in the best
interests of a Fund, all Funds reserve the right to revise or terminate the exchange privilege,
limit the amount or number of exchanges or reject any exchange or restrict or refuse purchases if
(1) a Fund or its manager(s) believes the Fund would be harmed or unable to invest effectively, or
(2) a Fund receives or anticipates orders that may dramatically affect the Fund as outlined under
Market Timing Policies and Procedures below.
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If you recently purchased shares by check, or through ACH, you may not be able to exchange your
shares until your funds have cleared (which may take up to 15 calendar days from your date of
purchase). This exchange privilege may be changed or canceled at any time upon 60 days notice.
Exchanges
When you exchange shares, you are really selling your shares of one Fund and buying shares of
another RidgeWorth Fund. So, your sale price and purchase price will be based on the NAV next
calculated after the Funds receive your exchange requests, in proper form.
A Shares
You may exchange A Shares of any Fund for A Shares of any other RidgeWorth Fund. If you exchange
shares that you purchased without a sales charge or with a lower sales charge into a RidgeWorth
Fund with a sales charge or with a higher sales charge, the exchange is subject to a sales charge
equal to the difference between the lower and higher applicable sales charges. If you exchange
shares into a RidgeWorth Fund with the same, lower or no sales charge there is no sales charge for
the exchange.
The amount of your exchange must meet any initial or subsequent purchase minimums applicable to the
RidgeWorth Fund into which you are making the exchange.
B Shares
You may exchange B Shares of any Fund for B Shares of another Fund. For purposes of computing the
CDSC applicable to B Shares, as well as the 8-year automatic conversion period, the length of time
you have owned your shares will be measured from the original date of purchase and will not be
affected by an exchange.
C Shares
You may exchange C Shares of any Fund for C Shares of any other RidgeWorth Fund. For purposes of
computing the CDSC applicable to C Shares, the length of time you have owned your shares will be
measured from the original date of purchase and will not be affected by any exchange.
Telephone Transactions A Shares, B Shares, C Shares, R Shares and I Shares
Purchasing, selling and exchanging Fund shares over the telephone is extremely convenient, but not
without risk. Although the Funds have certain safeguards and procedures to confirm the identity of
callers and the authenticity of instructions, the Funds are not responsible for any losses or costs
incurred by following telephone instructions the Funds reasonably believe to be genuine. If you or
your financial institution or intermediary transact with the Funds over the telephone, you will
generally bear the risk of any loss. The Funds reserve the right to modify, suspend or terminate
telephone transaction privileges at any time.
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Market Timing Policies and Procedures
For All Funds Except the Money Market Funds
The Funds are intended for long-term investment purposes only and discourage shareholders from
engaging in market timing or other types of excessive short-term trading. This frequent trading
into and out of the Funds may present risks to the Funds long-term shareholders, all of which
could adversely affect shareholder returns. The risks posed by frequent trading include interfering
with the efficient implementation of the Funds investment strategies, triggering the recognition
of taxable gains and losses on the sale of Fund investments, requiring the Funds to maintain higher
cash balances to meet redemption requests, and experiencing increased transaction costs. A Fund
that invests a significant amount of its assets in overseas markets is particularly susceptible to
the risk of certain investors using a strategy known as time-zone arbitrage. Investors using this
strategy attempt to take advantage of the differences in value of foreign securities that might result from
events that occur between the close of the foreign securities market on which a foreign security is
traded and the time at which the Fund calculates its NAV.
The Funds and/or their service providers will take steps reasonably designed to detect and deter
frequent trading by shareholders pursuant to the Funds policies and procedures described in this
prospectus and approved by the Funds Board. The Funds seek to discourage short-term trading by
using fair value pricing procedures to fair value certain investments under some circumstances. For
purposes of applying these policies, the Funds service providers may consider the trading history
of accounts under common ownership or control. The Funds policies and procedures include:
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Shareholders are restricted from making more than one (1) round trip into or out of a Fund
within 14 days or more than two (2) round trips within any continuous 90 day period. If a
shareholder exceeds either round trip restriction, he or she may be deemed a Market Timer, and
the Funds and/or their service providers may, at their discretion, reject any additional purchase
orders. The Funds define a round trip as a purchase into a Fund by a shareholder, followed by a
subsequent redemption out of the Fund. Anyone considered to be a Market Timer by the Funds, the
Adviser, the Subadviser or a shareholder servicing agent may be notified in writing of their
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for any reason without prior notice, including, in particular, if the Funds or their Adviser
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The Funds and/or their service providers seek to apply these policies to the best of their
abilities uniformly and in a manner they believe is consistent with the interests of the Funds
long-term shareholders.
Although these policies are designed to deter frequent trading, none of these measures alone nor
all of them taken together eliminate the possibility that frequent trading in the Funds will occur,
particularly with respect to trades placed by shareholders that invest in the Funds through omnibus
arrangements maintained by brokers, retirement plan accounts and other financial intermediaries.
Purchase and redemption transactions submitted to the Funds by these intermediaries reflect the
transactions of multiple beneficial owners whose individual transactions are not automatically
disclosed to the Funds. Therefore, the Funds rely in large part on the intermediaries who maintain
omnibus arrangements (which may represent a majority of Fund shares) to aid in the Funds efforts
to detect and deter short-term trading. The Funds monitor trading activity at the omnibus account
level and look for activity that indicates potential short-term trading. If they detect suspicious
trading activity, the Funds contact the intermediaries to determine whether the short-term trading
policy has been violated and may request and receive personal identifying information and
transaction histories for some or all beneficial owners to make this determination. If a Fund
believes that a shareholder has violated the short-term trading policy, it will take further steps
to prevent any future short-term trading by such shareholder in accordance with the policy. The
Funds cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the intermediaries and may not
always be able to track short-term trading effected through these intermediaries. A Fund has the
right to terminate an intermediarys ability to invest in a Fund if excessive trading activity
persists and a Fund or its Adviser or Subadviser reasonably believes that such termination would be
in the best interests of long-term shareholders. In addition to the Funds market timing policies
and procedures described above, you may be subject to the market timing policies and procedures of
the intermediary through which you invest. Please consult with your intermediary for additional
information regarding its frequent trading restrictions.
For the Money Market Funds
The Money Market Funds seek to provide a high degree of liquidity, current income and a stable net
asset value of $1.00 per share. The Money Market Funds are designed to serve as short-term cash
equivalent investments for shareholders and, therefore, expect shareholders to engage in frequent
purchases and redemptions. Because of the inherently liquid nature of the Money Market Funds
investments, and money market instruments in general, and the Money Market Funds intended purpose
to serve as short-term investment vehicles for shareholders, the Adviser has informed the Board
that it believes that it would not be in shareholders best interests to place any limitations on
the frequency of shareholder purchases and redemptions into and out of the Money Market Funds. As a
result, the Board has not adopted a Money Market Fund policy or procedures with respect to frequent
purchases and redemptions.
Distribution of Fund Shares
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From their own assets, the Adviser, the Subadviser or their affiliates may make payments based on
gross sales and current assets to selected brokerage firms or institutions. The amount of these
payments may be substantial. The minimum aggregate sales required for eligibility for such
payments, and the factors in selecting the brokerage firms and institutions to which they will be
made, are determined from time to time by the Adviser or Subadviser. Furthermore, in addition to
the fees that may be paid by a Fund, the Adviser, the Subadviser or their affiliates may pay fees
from their own capital resources to brokers, banks, financial advisers, retirement plan service
providers and other financial intermediaries, including affiliates, for providing distribution-related or
shareholder services.
The Adviser, the Subadviser or their affiliates may pay fees from their own capital resources to
financial intermediaries to compensate them for marketing expenses they incur or to pay for the
opportunity to have them distribute the Funds. The amount of these payments is determined by the
Adviser or the Subadviser and may differ among financial intermediaries. Such payments may provide
incentives for financial intermediaries to make shares of the Funds available to their customers,
and may allow the Funds greater access to such financial intermediaries and their customers than
would be the case if no payments were made. You may wish to consider whether such arrangements
exist when evaluating any recommendation to purchase shares of the Funds.
Please refer to the SAI for more information regarding these arrangements.
Distribution of Fund Shares A Shares, B Shares and C Shares
The A Shares, B Shares, C Shares and R Shares of each Fund have each adopted a distribution plan
that allows the Fund to pay distribution and service fees for the sale and distribution of its
shares, and for services provided to shareholders. Because these fees are paid out of a Funds
assets continuously, over time these fees will increase the cost of your investment and may cost
you more than paying other types of sales charges.
While C Shares are sold without any initial sales charge, the distributor may pay at the time of
sale up to 1% of the amount invested to broker-dealers and other financial intermediaries who sell
C Shares. Through the distribution plan, the distributor is reimbursed for these payments, as well
as other distribution related services provided by the distributor.
For A Shares, each Funds distribution plan authorizes payment of up to the amount shown under
Maximum Fee in the table that follows. Currently, however, the Board has only approved payment of
up to the amount shown under Current Approved Fee in the table that follows. Fees are shown as a
percentage of average daily net assets of the Funds A Shares.
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Value Funds |
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Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
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0.33 |
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0.30 |
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Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
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0.33 |
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Core Funds |
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Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
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0.25 |
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0.25 |
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Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Growth Funds |
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Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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International/Quantitative Funds |
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International Equity Fund |
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0.33 |
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0.30 |
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International Equity Index Fund |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund |
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0.25 |
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0.25 |
% |
130/30 Funds |
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International Equity 130/30 Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
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Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
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U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Allocation Strategies |
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Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Conservative Allocation Strategy |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Growth Allocation Strategy |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Moderate Allocation Strategy |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Corporate Bond Fund |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Intermediate Bond Fund |
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0.25 |
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0.25 |
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Investment Grade Bond Fund |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
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0.23 |
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0.20 |
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Seix Global Strategy Fund |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Total Return Bond Fund |
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0.25 |
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0.25 |
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U.S. Government Securities Fund |
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0.35 |
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High Yield Funds |
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High Income Fund |
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0.30 |
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0.30 |
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Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Seix High Yield Fund |
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0.25 |
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0.25 |
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Municipal Bond Funds |
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Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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0.18 |
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0.15 |
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High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
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0.18 |
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0.15 |
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Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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0.35 |
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0.30 |
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Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
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0.15 |
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North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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0.15 |
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0.15 |
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Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund |
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0.15 |
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0.15 |
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Short Duration Funds |
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Short-Term Bond Fund |
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0.23 |
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0.20 |
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Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund |
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0.18 |
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0.18 |
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Money Market Funds |
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Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
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0.20 |
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0.15 |
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Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund |
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0.15 |
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0.15 |
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U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
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0.17 |
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0.15 |
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U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund |
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0.15 |
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0.15 |
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Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund |
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0.20 |
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For B Shares and C Shares, the maximum distribution fees are 0.75% and 1.00%, respectively, of the
average daily net assets of each Fund.
For C Shares of the Prime Quality Money Market Fund, the maximum distribution fee is 0.25% of the
average daily net assets of the Funds C Shares.
The R Shares maximum distribution and service fees is 0.50% of the average daily net assets of a
Funds R Shares.
The Funds may provide financial assistance in connection with pre-approved seminars, conferences
and advertising to the extent permitted by applicable state or self-regulatory agencies, such as
the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.
From their own assets, the Adviser, the Subadviser or their affiliates may make payments based on
gross sales and current assets to selected brokerage firms or institutions. The amount of these
payments may be substantial. The minimum aggregate sales required for eligibility for such
payments, and the factors in selecting the brokerage firms and institutions to which they will be
made, are determined from time to time by the Adviser or Subadviser. Furthermore, in addition to
the fees that may be paid by a Fund, the Adviser, the Subadviser or their affiliates may pay fees
from their own capital resources to brokers, banks, financial advisers, retirement plan service
providers and other financial intermediaries, including affiliates, for providing
distribution-related or shareholder services.
The Adviser, the Subadviser or their affiliates may pay fees from their own capital resources to
financial intermediaries to compensate them for marketing expenses they incur or to pay for the
opportunity to have them distribute the Funds. The amount of these payments is determined by the
Adviser or the Subadviser and may differ among financial intermediaries. Such payments may provide
incentives for financial intermediaries to make shares of the Funds available to their customers,
and may allow the Funds greater access to such financial intermediaries and their customers than
would be the case if no payments were made. You may wish to consider whether such arrangements
exist when evaluating any recommendation to purchase shares of the Funds.
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Please refer to the SAI for more information regarding these arrangements.
Shareholder Servicing Plans
With respect to the A Shares and I Shares of certain of the Funds, the A Shares and I Shares
Shareholder Servicing Plan permits the A Shares and I Shares of that Fund to pay financial service
firms for shareholder support services they provide, at a rate of up to 0.15% of the average daily
net assets of each of the A Shares and I Shares of that Fund. The R Shares Shareholder Servicing
Plan permits R Shares for certain of the Funds to pay specified benefit plans or other financial
service firms for shareholder support services they provide, at a rate of up to 0.25% of the
average daily net assets of each of the R Shares of that Fund. The shareholder support services may
include, among others, providing general shareholder liaison services (including responding to
shareholder inquiries), providing information on shareholder investments, and establishing and
maintaining shareholder accounts and records.
The Institutional U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market Funds Shareholder Servicing Plan permits
the Corporate Trust Shares to pay banks, broker-dealers or other financial institutions for
shareholder support services they provide, at a rate of up to 0.25% of the average daily net assets
of the Corporate Trust Shares. These services may include, among other services, providing general
shareholder liaison services (including responding to shareholder inquiries), providing information
on shareholder investments, and establishing and maintaining shareholder accounts and records.
Dividends and Distributions
Each of the International Equity 130/30 Fund, the International Equity Fund, and International
Equity Index Fund and distributes its net investment income annually. Each other Equity Fund
distributes its net investment income quarterly. The Fixed Income and Money Market Funds declare
dividends daily and pay these dividends monthly.
You will receive dividends and distributions in the form of additional Fund shares unless you
elect to receive payment in cash. To elect cash payment, you must notify the Funds in writing prior
to the date of the distribution. Your election will be effective for dividends and distributions
paid after the Funds receive your written notice. To cancel your election, simply send the Funds
written notice.
SunTrust 401(k) Plan participants will receive dividends and distributions in the form of
additional Fund shares if the participant owns shares of the Fund on the date the dividend or
distribution is allocated by the Plan. Therefore, a participant will not receive a dividend or
distribution if the participant does not own shares of the Fund on the date the dividend or
distribution is allocated.
Taxes
Please consult your tax advisor regarding your specific questions about federal, state, and local
income taxes. Below the Funds have summarized some important tax issues that affect the Funds and
their shareholders. This summary is based on current tax laws, which may change. More information
on taxes is in the SAI.
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Dividends and distributions will accumulate on a tax-deferred basis if you are investing through
the SunTrust 401(k) Plan or any other employer-sponsored retirement or savings plan that qualifies
for tax-advantaged treatment under federal income tax laws. Generally, you will not owe taxes on
these distributions until you begin withdrawals from the plan. Redemptions of Fund shares resulting
in withdrawals from the plan are subject to numerous complex and special tax rules and may be
subject to a penalty tax in the case of premature withdrawals. If you have questions about the tax
consequences of SunTrust 401(k) Plan withdrawals, you should consult your tax advisor; the Plans
Summary Plan Description in the SunTrust Employee Handbook; BENE, the SunTrust Benefits Service
Center, at 1-800-818-2363; or the Plan Administrator, SunTrust Human Resources, P.O. Box 4418,
Center 636, Atlanta, Georgia 30302; or for any other plan you should consult your plan
administrator, your plans Summary Plan Description, and/or your tax advisor about the tax
consequences of plan withdrawals.
Each Fund will distribute substantially all of its net investment income and its net realized
capital gains, if any, at least annually. The dividends and distributions you receive may be
subject to federal, state and local taxation, depending upon your tax situation. Distributions you
receive from a Fund may be taxable whether or not you reinvest them. Income distributions are
generally taxable as either ordinary income or qualified dividend income. Dividends that are
qualified dividend income are eligible for the reduced maximum rate to individuals of 15% (lower
rates apply to individuals in lower tax brackets) to the extent that the Fund receives qualified
dividend income. Capital gains distributions are generally taxable at the rates applicable to
long-term capital gains. Long-term capital gains are currently taxed at a maximum rate of 15%.
Absent further legislation, the maximum 15% tax rate on qualified dividend income and long-term
capital gains will cease to apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2010. A high
portfolio turnover rate and a Funds or an Underlying Funds use of certain derivatives may cause
a Fund to recognize higher amounts of short-term capital gains, which are generally taxed to
shareholders at ordinary income tax rates. Because the International Equity 130/30 Fund, the Real
Estate 130/30 Fund and the U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund will have both long and short positions in
equity securities, each Fund anticipates that a smaller portion of its income dividends will be
qualified dividend income eligible for taxation a the long-term capital gains rate than if each
Fund held only long positions in equity securities. Each sale or exchange of Fund shares may be a
taxable event. For tax purposes, an exchange of Fund shares for shares of a different RidgeWorth
Fund is treated the same as a sale. A transfer from one share class to another in the same
RidgeWorth Fund should not be a taxable event. Shareholders of the Money Market Funds, however,
should be aware that because the Funds each expect to maintain a stable $1.00 net asset value per
share, they should not expect to realize any gain or loss on the sale or exchange of Fund shares.
Each Fund will distribute substantially all of its net investment income and its net realized
capital gains, if any, at least annually. The dividends and distributions you receive may be
subject to federal, state and local taxation, depending upon your tax situation. Distributions you
receive from a Fund may be taxable whether or not you reinvest them. Income distributions are
generally taxable at ordinary income tax rates and will not qualify for the reduced tax rates
applicable to qualified dividend income. Long-term capital gains are currently taxed at a maximum
rate of 15%. Capital gains distributions are generally taxable at the rates applicable to long-term
capital gains. Absent further legislation, the maximum 15% tax rate on long-term capital gains will
cease to apply to taxable years beginning after December 31,
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2010. A high portfolio turnover rate
and a Funds use of certain derivatives may cause a Fund to recognize higher amounts of short-term
capital gains, which are generally taxed to shareholders at ordinary income tax rates. Each sale or
exchange of Fund shares may be a taxable event. For tax purposes, an exchange of your Fund shares
for shares of another RidgeWorth Fund is the same as a sale. A transfer from one share class to
another share
class in the same RidgeWorth Fund should not be a taxable event. Shareholders of the Money Market
Funds, however, should be aware that because the Funds each expect to maintain a stable $1.00 net
asset value per share, they should not expect to realize any gain or loss on the sale or exchange
of Fund shares.
Each Fund will inform you of the amount of your ordinary income dividends, qualified dividend
income, and capital gain distributions shortly after the close of each calendar year.
With respect to the Real Estate 130/30 Fund, the Fund may at times find it necessary to reclassify
income after it issues your tax reporting statement. This can result from rules in the Internal
Revenue Code that effectively prevent regulated investment companies such as the Fund and REITS in
which the Fund invests from ascertaining with certainty until after the calendar year end, the
final amount and character of distributions the Fund has received on its investments during the
prior calendar year. Prior to issuing your statement, the Fund makes every effort to search for
reclassified income to reduce the number of corrected forms mailed to shareholders. However, when
necessary, the Fund will send you a corrected Form 1099-DIV on or about February 28 to reflect
reclassified information. If you receive a corrected Form 1099-DIV, use the information on this
Form, and not the information on your original statement, in completing your tax returns.
For non-US investors in the Real Estate 130/30 Fund, such investors may also be subject to
U.S. estate tax on their investment in the Fund. They also have special certification requirements
that, if not met, can subject them to backup withholding on any dividends, distributions and
redemption proceeds that they receive from the Fund. Each of these subjects is discussed in
greater detail in the Distributions and Taxes Non-U.S. investors section of the SAI.
The Real Estate 130/30 Fund may invest in equity securities of corporations that invest in
U.S. real property, including REITs. The Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act of 1980
(FIRPTA) makes a non-U.S. person subject to U.S. tax on disposition of a U.S. real property
interest as if he or she were a U.S. person. Under a look-through rule, if the Fund is classified
as a qualified investment entity, Fund distributions from short- or long-term capital gains that
are attributable to gain from the sale or disposition of a U.S. real property interest and which
are paid to non-U.S. investors that own more than 5% of a class of Fund shares at any time during
the one-year period ending on the date of the distribution may be subject to U.S. withholding tax
at a rate of 35%. You might also, in this case, be required to file a nonresident U.S. income tax
return. Even if you do not own more than 5% of a class of Fund shares, Fund distributions to you
that are attributable to gain from the sale or disposition of a U.S. real property interest will
be taxable as ordinary dividends (rather than as short- or long-term capital gains) subject to
withholding at a 30% or lower treaty rate. The Fund will be classified as a qualified investment
entity if, in general,
more than 50% of its assets consist of interests in U.S. REITs and U.S. real property holding
corporations (e.g., a U.S. corporation more than 50% of the assets of which are interests in
U.S. real estate).
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For a more detailed discussion on investment in U.S. real property, including the circumstances
under which a sale or redemption of Fund shares may result in FIRPTA gain to you, see the section,
Distributions and Taxes Non-U.S. investors Investments in U.S. real property in the SAI.
If you have a tax-advantaged or other retirement account you will generally not be subject to
federal taxation on income and capital gain distributions until you begin receiving your
distributions from your retirement account. You should consult your tax advisor regarding the
rules governing your own retirement plan.
The International Equity Fund, the International Equity Index Fund and the International Equity
130/30 Fund may be able to pass along a tax credit for foreign income taxes they pay. In such
event, each Fund will provide you with the information necessary to reflect such foreign taxes on
your federal income tax return.
The Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, High Grade Municipal Bond Fund, Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond
Fund, Maryland Municipal Bond Fund, North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund and Virginia Intermediate
Municipal Bond Fund intend to distribute federally tax-exempt income. Each Fund may invest a
portion of its assets in securities that generate taxable income for federal or state income taxes.
Income exempt from federal tax may be subject to state and local taxes. Any capital gains
distributed by these Funds may be taxable. While shareholders of state specific Funds may receive
distributions that are exempt from that particular states income tax, such distributions may be
taxable in other states where the shareholder files tax returns.
Except for those certain Funds that expect to distribute federally tax-exempt income (described
above), the Funds expect to distribute primarily ordinary income dividends currently taxable at a
maximum rate of 35%.
The Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund and the U.S. Government Securities Fund each expect
that a substantial portion of Fund distributions will represent interest earned on
U.S. obligations, while the Investment Grade Bond Fund, the Short-Term Bond Fund the Ultra-Short
Bond Fund and the U.S. Government Ultra-Short Bond Fund expect that some portion of each Funds
distributions will be so derived. Many states grant tax-free status to dividends paid from interest
earned on direct obligations of the U.S. Government, subject to certain limitations.
The Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund intends to distribute federally
tax-exempt income. This Fund may invest a portion of its assets in securities that generate taxable
income for federal or state income taxes. Income exempt from federal tax may be subject to state
and local taxes. Any capital gains distributed by this Fund may be taxable. This Fund expects to
pay exempt interest dividends that are generally excludable from an investors gross income for
regular federal income tax purposes. However, the receipt of exempt-interest dividends may cause
recipients of Social Security or Railroad Retirement benefits to be taxed on a portion of such
benefits. In addition, the receipt of exempt-interest dividends may result in liability for federal
alternative minimum tax and for state (including state alternative minimum tax) and local taxes,
both for individual and corporate shareholders.
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Corporate shareholders will be required to take the
interest on municipal securities into account in determining their alternative minimum taxable
income.
The Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund and Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund intend to distribute
federally tax-exempt income. Both of these Funds may invest a portion of their assets in securities
that generate taxable income for federal or state income taxes. Income exempt from federal tax may
be subject to state and local taxes. Any capital gains distributed by the Funds may be taxable.
The Prime Quality Money Market Fund, the U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund and the
U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund expect to distribute primarily ordinary income. In addition, a
significant portion of each of these three Funds distributions may represent interest earned on
U.S. obligations. Many states grant tax-free status to dividends paid from interest earned on
direct obligations of the U.S. Government, subject to certain limitations.
Many states grant tax-free status to dividends paid from interest earned on direct obligations of
the U.S. Government, subject to certain limitations.
More information about taxes is in the SAI.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The financial highlights table is intended to help you understand a Funds financial performance
for the past 5 years or, if shorter, the period of the Funds operations. Certain information
reflects financial results for a single Fund share. The total returns in the table represent the
rate that an investor would have earned (or lost) on an investment in the Fund (assuming
reinvestment of all dividends and distributions). This financial information has been audited by
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. The Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm for each
period shown, along with the Funds financial statements and related notes, are included in the
Annual Reports to Shareholders for such periods. The 2010 Annual Report is available upon request
and without charge by calling 1-888-784-3863 or on the Funds website at www.ridgeworth.com.
[FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS TO BE FILED BY AMENDMENT]
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RidgeWorth Investments |
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50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1400 |
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Atlanta, Georgia 30303 |
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www.ridgeworth.com |
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Investment Subadvisers: |
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Alpha Equity Management LLC
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IronOak Advisors LLC |
90 State House Square, Suite 1100
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919 East Main Street, 15th Floor |
Hartford, CT 06103
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Richmond, VA 23219 |
www.alphaequityllc.com
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www.ironoakadvisors.com |
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Ceredex Value Advisors LLC
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Silvant Capital Management LLC |
Lincoln Plaza, Suite 1600
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50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1500 |
300 South Orange Avenue
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Atlanta, GA 30303 |
Orlando, FL 32801
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www.silvantcapital.com |
www.ceredexvalue.com |
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Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC |
Certium Asset Management LLC
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601 Union Street, Suite 4600 |
50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1400
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Seattle, Washington 98101 |
Atlanta, GA 30303
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www.zci.com |
www.certiumllc.com |
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More information about the RidgeWorth Funds is available without charge through the following:
Statement of Additional Information (SAI):
The SAI includes detailed information about the RidgeWorth Funds. The SAI is on file with the SEC
and is incorporated by reference into this prospectus. This means that the SAI, for legal purposes,
is a part of this prospectus.
Annual and Semi-Annual Reports:
These reports list each Funds holdings and contain information from the Funds managers about
strategies and recent market conditions and trends and their impact on Fund performance. The
reports also contain detailed financial information about the Funds.
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To Obtain an SAI, Annual or Semi-Annual Report, or More Information:
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Mail:
RidgeWorth Funds
3435 Stelzer Road
Columbus, Ohio 43219
Website: www.ridgeworth.com
SEC: You can also obtain the SAI or the Annual and Semi-Annual reports, as well as other
information about the RidgeWorth Funds, from the EDGAR Database on the SECs website at
http://www.sec.gov. You may review and copy documents at the SEC Public Reference Room in
Washington, DC (for information on the operation of the Public Reference Room, call 202-551-8090).
You may request documents by mail from the SEC, upon payment of a duplicating fee, by writing to:
Securities and Exchange Commission, Public Reference Section, Washington, DC 20549-0102. You may
also obtain this information, upon payment of a duplicating fee, by e-mailing the SEC at
publicinfo@sec.gov.
The RidgeWorth Funds Investment Company Act registration number is 811-06557.
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STATEMENT OF ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
RIDGEWORTH FUNDS
August 1, 2010
Investment Adviser:
RIDGEWORTH INVESTMENTS
(the Adviser)
This Statement of Additional Information (SAI) is not a prospectus. It is intended to provide
additional information regarding the activities and operations of RidgeWorth Funds (the Trust)
and should be read in conjunction with the Trusts prospectuses dated August 1, 2010, as may be
supplemented from time to time. This SAI relates to each class of the following series of the
Trust (each a Fund and collectively, the Funds):
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Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
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Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
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Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
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U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
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Corporate Bond Fund |
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High Income Fund |
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Limited Duration Fund |
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Limited-Term Federal Mortgage
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High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
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Cash Management Money Market
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Institutional U.S. Government
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Institutional U.S. Treasury
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U.S. Government Securities
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Allocation Strategies |
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Conservative Allocation Strategy |
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Growth Allocation Strategy |
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Moderate Allocation Strategy |
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The Equity Funds and Allocation Strategies are collectively referred to herein as Equity Funds
and the Taxable Fixed Income Funds and the Tax-Exempt Fixed Income Funds are collectively referred
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B Shares are no longer offered to new investors. |
This SAI is incorporated by reference into the Trusts prospectuses dated August 1, 2010.
Capitalized terms not defined herein are defined in the prospectuses. A prospectus may be obtained
by writing to the Trust or calling toll-free 1-888-784-3863.
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THE TRUST
Each Fund is a separate series of the Trust, an open-end management investment company established
under Massachusetts law as a Massachusetts business trust under a Declaration of Trust dated
January 15, 1992. The Declaration of Trust permits the Trust to offer separate series (each a
Fund and collectively, the Funds) of units of beneficial interest (shares) and different
classes of shares of each Fund. The Trust reserves the right to create and issue shares of
additional funds and/or classes. Each Fund, except, the North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, the
Real Estate 130/30 Fund and the the Seix Global Strategy Fund is diversified, as that term is
defined in the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act).
DESCRIPTION OF PERMITTED INVESTMENTS
The Funds respective investment objectives and principal investment strategies are described in
the prospectuses. The following information supplements, and should be read in conjunction with,
the prospectuses. Following are descriptions of the permitted investments and investment practices
discussed in the Funds prospectuses under the Investment Strategy section and the associated
risk factors. A Subadviser will only invest in any of the following instruments or engage in any of
the following investment practices if such investment or activity is consistent with and permitted
by the Funds stated investment policies.
American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), European Depositary Receipts (EDRs) and Global Depositary
Receipts (GDRs). ADRs, EDRs, and GDRs are securities, typically issued by a U.S. financial
institution or a non-U.S. financial institution in the case of an EDR or GDR (a depositary). The
institution has ownership interests in a security, or a pool of securities, issued by a foreign
issuer and deposited with the depositary. ADRs, EDRs and GDRs may be available through sponsored
or unsponsored facilities. A sponsored facility is established jointly by the issuer of the
security underlying the receipt and a depositary. An unsponsored facility may be established by a
depositary without participation by the issuer of the underlying security. Holders of unsponsored
depositary receipts generally bear all the costs of the unsponsored facility. The depositary of an
unsponsored facility frequently is under no obligation to distribute shareholder communications
received from the issuer of the deposited security or to pass through, to the holders of the
receipts, voting rights with respect to the deposited securities.
Acquisitional/equipment lines (delayed-draw term loans). Acquisitional/equipment lines
(delayed-draw term loans) are credits that may be drawn down for a given period to purchase
specified assets or equipment or to make acquisitions. The issuer pays a fee during the commitment
period (a ticking fee). The lines are then repaid over a specified period (the term-out period).
Repaid amounts may not be re-borrowed. To avoid any leveraging concerns, a Fund will segregate or
earmark liquid assets with the Funds custodian in an amount sufficient to cover its repurchase
obligations.
Asset-Backed Securities. Asset-backed securities are securities backed by non-mortgage assets such
as company receivables, truck and auto loans, leases, and credit card receivables and mortgage-like
assets such as home equity loans or manufactured housing. These securities may be traded
over-the-counter and typically have a short-intermediate maturity structure depending on the pay
down characteristics of the underlying financial assets which are passed through to the security
holder. These securities are generally issued as pass-through certificates, which represent
undivided fractional ownership interests in the underlying pool of assets. Asset-backed securities
may also be debt obligations, which are known as collateralized obligations and are generally
issued as the debt of a special purpose entity, such as a trust, organized solely for the purpose
of owning these assets and issuing debt obligations. Asset-backed securities that are backed by a
single type of asset are pooled together by asset type for purposes of calculating a Funds
industry concentration levels.
Asset-backed securities are not issued or guaranteed by the U.S. Government, its agencies or
instrumentalities; however, the payment of principal and interest on such obligations may be
guaranteed up to certain amounts and, for a certain period, by a letter of credit issued by a
financial institution (such as a bank or insurance company) unaffiliated with the issuers of such
securities. The purchase of asset-backed securities raises risk considerations peculiar to the
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financing of the instruments underlying such securities. There also is the possibility that
recoveries on repossessed collateral may not, in some cases, be available to support payments on
those securities.
Asset-backed securities entail prepayment risk, which may vary depending on the type of asset, but
is generally less than the prepayment risk associated with mortgage-backed securities. In addition,
credit card receivables are unsecured obligations of the cardholder.
For purposes of calculating Annual Fund Operating Expenses in the Prospectus, direct or indirect
fees associated with investing in structured products such as asset-backed securities are not
included.
Bank Obligations. A Fund may invest in obligations issued by banks and other savings institutions.
Investments in bank obligations include obligations of domestic branches of foreign banks and
foreign branches of domestic banks. Such investments in domestic branches of foreign banks and
foreign branches of domestic banks may involve risks that are different from investments in
securities of domestic branches of U.S. banks. These risks may include future unfavorable political
and economic developments, possible withholding taxes on interest income, seizure or
nationalization of foreign deposits, currency controls, interest limitations, or other governmental
restrictions, which might affect the payment of principal or interest on the securities held by a
Fund. Additionally, these institutions may be subject to less stringent reserve requirements and to
different accounting, auditing, reporting and recordkeeping requirements than those applicable to
domestic branches of U.S. banks. The Funds may invest in U.S. dollar-denominated obligations of
domestic branches of foreign banks and foreign branches of domestic banks only when the Subadvisers
believe that the risks associated with such investment are minimal and that all applicable quality
standards have been satisfied. Bank obligations include the following:
Bankers Acceptances. Bankers acceptances are bills of exchange or time drafts
drawn on and accepted by a commercial bank. Corporations use bankers acceptances
to finance the shipment and storage of goods and to furnish dollar exchange.
Maturities are generally six months or less.
Certificates of Deposit. Certificates of deposit are interest-bearing instruments
with a specific maturity. They are issued by banks and savings and loan
institutions in exchange for the deposit of funds and normally can be traded in the
secondary market prior to maturity. Certificates of deposit with penalties for
early withdrawal will be considered illiquid.
Time Deposits. Time deposits are non-negotiable receipts issued by a bank in
exchange for the deposit of funds. Like a certificate of deposit, it earns a
specified rate of interest over a definite period of time; however, it cannot be
traded in the secondary market. Time deposits with a withdrawal penalty or that
mature in more than seven days are considered to be illiquid securities.
A Fund will not purchase obligations issued by the Adviser, Subadvisers, or their affiliates.
Borrowing. As required by the 1940 Act, a Fund must maintain continuous asset coverage (total
assets, including assets acquired with borrowed funds, less liabilities exclusive of borrowings) of
300% of all amounts borrowed. If, at any time, the value of the Funds assets should fail to meet
this 300% coverage test, the Fund, within three days (not including Sundays and holidays), will
reduce the amount of the Funds borrowings to the extent necessary to meet this 300% coverage.
Maintenance of this percentage limitation may result in the sale of portfolio securities at a time
when investment considerations otherwise indicate that it would be disadvantageous to do so.
Investment strategies that either obligate a Fund to purchase securities or require a Fund to
segregate assets are not considered to be borrowing.
In addition to the foregoing, the Funds are authorized to borrow money as a temporary measure for
extraordinary or emergency purposes in amounts not in excess of 5% of the value of a Funds total
assets. This borrowing is not subject to the foregoing 300% asset coverage requirement.
Borrowing may subject the Funds to interest costs, which may exceed the interest received on the
securities purchased with the borrowed funds. The Funds may borrow at times to meet redemption
requests rather than sell portfolio securities to raise the necessary cash. Borrowing can involve
leveraging when securities are purchased with the borrowed money.
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Collateralized Debt Obligations. Collateralized Debt Obligations (CDOs) are securitized
interests in pools of assets. Assets called collateral usually comprise loans or debt instruments.
A CDO may be called a collateralized loan obligation (CLO) or collateralized bond obligation
(CBO) if it holds only loans or bonds, respectively. Investors bear the credit risk of the
collateral. Multiple tranches of securities are issued by the CDO, offering investors various
maturity and credit risk characteristics. Tranches are categorized as senior, mezzanine, and
subordinated/equity, according to their degree of credit risk. If there are defaults or the CDOs
collateral otherwise underperforms, scheduled payments to senior tranches take precedence over
those of mezzanine tranches, and scheduled payments to mezzanine tranches take precedence over
those to subordinated/equity tranches. Senior and mezzanine tranches are typically rated, with the
former receiving ratings of A to AAA/Aaa and the latter receiving ratings of B to BBB/Baa. The
ratings reflect both the credit quality of underlying collateral as well as how much protection a
given tranche is afforded by tranches that are subordinate to it.
Commercial Paper. Commercial paper is the term used to designate unsecured short-term promissory
notes issued by corporations and other entities. Maturities on these issues vary from a few to 270
days.
Convertible Bonds. Convertible bonds are bonds which may be converted, at the option of either the
issuer or the holder, into a specified amount of common stock of the issuer, or in the case of
exchangeable bonds, into the common stock of another corporation. Convertible bonds are generally
subordinate to other publicly held debt of the issuer, and therefore typically have a lower credit
rating than nonconvertible debt of the issuer. Convertible bonds generally carry a lower coupon
rate than the issuer would otherwise pay at issuance in exchange for the conversion feature. In
addition to the interest rate risk factors generally associated with fixed income investments, the
market risk of a convertible bond is determined by changes in the credit quality of the issuer and
price changes and volatility of the stock into which the bond may be converted. The conversion
feature may cause a convertible bond to be significantly more volatile than other types of fixed
income investments. Convertible bonds for which the value of the conversion feature is deemed
worthless are generally referred to as busted convertibles, and risk associated more closely
approximates that of similar debt without the conversion feature.
Corporate Issues. Corporate issues refer to debt instruments issued by private corporations or
other business entities. Bondholders, as creditors, have a prior legal claim over common and
preferred stockholders of the corporation as to both income and assets for the principal and
interest due to the bondholder. A Fund will buy corporate issues subject to any quality
constraints. Corporate issues may also be issued by master limited partnerships and real estate
investment trusts, or REITS.
Credit Linked Notes. A credit linked note (CLN) is a type of hybrid instrument in which a special
purpose entity issues a structured note (the Note Issuer) that is intended to replicate a single
bond, a portfolio of bonds, or with respect to the unsecured credit of an issuer, in general (the
Reference Instrument). The purchaser of the CLN (the Note Purchaser) invests a par amount and
receives a payment during the term of the CLN that equals a fixed or floating rate of interest
equivalent to a high rated funded asset (such as a bank certificate of deposit) plus an additional
premium that relates to taking on the credit risk of the Reference Instrument. Upon maturity of
the CLN, the Note Purchaser will receive a payment equal to (i) the original par amount paid to the
Note Issuer, if there is neither a designated event of default (an Event of Default) with respect
to the Reference Instrument nor a restructuring of the issuer of the Reference Instrument (a
Restructuring Event) or (ii) the value of the Reference Instrument, if an Event of Default or
Restructuring Event has occurred. Depending upon the terms of the CLN, it is also possible that
the Note Purchaser may be required to take physical delivery of the Reference Instrument in the
event of an Event of Default or a Restructuring Event. Most CLNs use a corporate bond (or a
portfolio of corporate bonds) as the Reference Instrument(s). However, almost any type of fixed
income security (including foreign government securities) or derivative contract (such as a credit
default swap) can be used as the Reference Instrument.
Custodial Receipts. A custodial receipt represents an indirect interest in a tax-exempt bond that
is deposited with a custodian. For example, custodial receipts may be used to permit the sale of
the deposited bond in smaller denominations than would otherwise be permitted. Frequently,
custodial receipts are issued to attach bond insurance or other forms of credit enhancement to the
deposited tax-exempt bond. Note, because a separate security is not created by the issuance of a
receipt, many of the tax advantages bestowed upon holders of the deposited tax-exempt bond are also
conferred upon the custodial receipt holder.
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Debt Securities. Debt securities (e.g., bonds, notes, debentures) represent money borrowed that
obligates the issuer (e.g., a corporation, municipality, government, government agency) to repay
the borrowed amount at maturity (when the obligation is due and payable) and usually to pay the
holder interest at specific times.
Dollar Rolls. Dollar rolls are transactions in which securities are sold for delivery in
the current month and the seller contracts to repurchase substantially similar securities on a
specified future date. Any difference between the sale price and the purchase price (plus interest
earned on the cash proceeds of the sale) is applied against the past interest income on the
securities sold to arrive at an implied borrowing rate.
Dollar rolls may be renewed prior to cash settlement and initially may involve only a firm
commitment agreement by the Fund to buy a security.
Dollar rolls involve selling securities (e.g., mortgage-backed securities or U.S. Treasury
securities) and simultaneously entering into a commitment to purchase those or similar (same
collateral type, coupon and maturity) securities on a specified future date and price. Mortgage
dollar rolls and U.S. Treasury rolls are types of dollar rolls. A Fund foregoes principal and
interest paid on the securities during the roll period. A Fund is compensated by the difference
between the current sales price and the lower forward price for the future purchase of the
securities as well as the interest earned on the cash proceeds of the initial sale.
Dollar rolls involve the risk that the market value of the securities a Fund is obligated to
repurchase may decline below the repurchase price or that the transaction costs may exceed the
return earned by a Fund from the transaction. Dollar rolls also involve risk to a Fund if the other
party should default on its obligation and a Fund is delayed or prevented from completing the
transaction. In the event that the buyer of securities under a dollar roll files for bankruptcy or
becomes insolvent, a Funds use of proceeds of the dollar roll may be restricted pending a
determination by the other party, or its trustee or receiver, whether to enforce a Funds
obligation to repurchase the securities. In addition, the security to be delivered in the future
may turn out to be inferior to the security sold upon entering into the transaction.
Equipment Trust Certificates (ETCs). ETCs are issued by a trust formed to finance large purchases
of equipment, such as airplanes, at favorable interest rates. Legal title on such equipment is held
by a trustee. The trustee leases the equipment and sells ETCs at a small discount to the purchase
price of the equipment. The lease payments are then used to pay principal and interest to the ETC
holders.
Equity Securities. Equity securities represent ownership interests in a company and consist of
common stocks, preferred stocks, warrants to acquire common stock, and securities convertible into
common stock. Investments in equity securities in general are subject to market risks that may
cause their prices to fluctuate over time. Fluctuations in the value of equity securities in which
a fund invests will cause the net asset value of a fund to fluctuate. The Funds purchase equity
securities traded in the U.S. or foreign countries on securities exchanges or the over-the-counter
market. Equity securities are described in more detail below:
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Commodity Equity Securities Commodity equity securities represent equity securities of
companies that principally engage in the energy, metals, and agriculture group of
industries. These companies may include, for example, integrated oil companies; companies
engaged in the exploration and production of oil and gas; companies primarily involved in
the production and mining of coal, related products, and other consumable fuels; fertilizer
and agricultural chemicals companies; producers of aluminum and related products; companies
engaged in producing or extracting metals and minerals; producers of gold, precious metals
and minerals, and related products; producers of iron and steel; manufacturers of timber
and related wood and paper products; and producers of agricultural products, including crop
growers, owners of plantations, and companies that produce and process foods |
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Market conditions, interest rates, and economic, regulatory, or financial developments could
significantly affect a group of related industries, and the securities of companies in that
group of industries could react similarly to these or other developments. In addition, from
time to time, a small number of companies may represent a large portion of a group of
related industries as a whole, and these companies can be sensitive to adverse economic,
regulatory, or financial developments. |
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The commodities industries can be significantly affected by the level and volatility of
commodity prices; world events including international monetary and political developments;
import controls and worldwide |
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competition; exploration and production spending; and tax and other government regulations
and economic conditions. |
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Common Stock. Common stock represents an equity or ownership interest in an issuer. In
the event an issuer is liquidated or declares bankruptcy, the claims of owners of bonds and
preferred stock take precedence over the claims of those who own common stock. |
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Preferred Stock. Preferred stock represents an equity or ownership interest in an issuer
that pays dividends at a specified rate and that has precedence over common stock in the
payment of dividends. In the event an issuer is liquidated or declares bankruptcy, the
claims of owners of bonds take precedence over the claims of those who own preferred and
common stock. |
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Convertible Securities. Convertible securities are bonds, debentures, notes, preferred
stocks or other securities that may be converted or exchanged (by the holder or by the
issuer) into shares of the underlying common stock (or cash or securities of equivalent
value) at a stated exchange ratio. A convertible security may also be called for redemption
or conversion by the issuer after a particular date and under certain circumstances
(including a specified price) established upon issue. If a convertible security held by a
fund is called for redemption or conversion, the fund could be required to tender it for
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Convertible securities generally have less potential for gain or loss than common stocks.
Convertible securities generally provide yields higher than the underlying common stocks,
but generally lower than comparable non-convertible securities. Because of this higher
yield, convertible securities generally sell at a price above their conversion value,
which is the current market value of the stock to be received upon conversion. The
difference between this conversion value and the price of convertible securities will vary
over time depending on changes in the value of the underlying common stocks and interest
rates. When the underlying common stocks decline in value, convertible securities will tend
not to decline to the same extent because of the interest or dividend payments and the
repayment of principal at maturity for certain types of convertible securities. However,
securities that are convertible other than at the option of the holder generally do not
limit the potential for loss to the same extent as securities convertible at the option of
the holder. When the underlying common stocks rise in value, the value of convertible
securities may also be expected to increase. At the same time, however, the difference
between the market value of convertible securities and their conversion value will narrow,
which means that the value of convertible securities will generally not increase to the same
extent as the value of the underlying common stocks. Because convertible securities may also
be interest-rate sensitive, their value may increase as interest rates fall and decrease as
interest rates rise. Convertible securities are also subject to credit risk, and are often
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Small and Mid-Cap Issuers. Generally, capitalization or market capitalization is a
measure of a companys size. Investing in equity securities of small and mid-cap companies
often involves greater risk than is customarily associated with investments in larger
capitalization companies. This increased risk may be due to the greater business risks of
smaller size, limited markets and financial resources, narrow product lines and frequent
lack of depth of management. The securities of smaller companies are often traded in the
over-the-counter market and even if listed on a national securities exchange may not be
traded in volumes typical for that exchange. Consequently, the securities of smaller
companies are less likely to be liquid, may have limited market stability, and may be
subject to more abrupt or erratic market movements than securities of larger, more
established growth companies or the market averages in general. |
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Equity-Linked Securities. A Fund may invest in equity-linked securities, including,
among others, PERCS, ELKS or LYONs, which are securities that are convertible into, or the
value of which is based upon the value of, equity securities upon certain terms and
conditions. The amount received by an investor at maturity of such securities is not fixed
but is based on the price of the underlying common stock. It is impossible to predict
whether the price of the underlying common stock will rise or fall. Trading prices of the
underlying common stock will be influenced by the issuers operational results, by complex,
interrelated political, economic, financial or other factors affecting the capital markets,
the stock exchanges on which the underlying common stock is traded and the market segment
of which the issuer is a part. In addition, it is not possible to predict how equity-linked
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shallow, and high volume trades may be possible only with discounting. In addition to the
foregoing risks, the return on such securities depends on the creditworthiness of the issuer
of the securities, which may be the issuer of the underlying securities or a third-party
investment banker or other lender. The creditworthiness of such third-party issuer
equity-linked securities may, and often does, exceed the creditworthiness of the issuer of
the underlying securities. The advantage of using equity-linked securities over traditional
equity and debt securities is that the former are income producing vehicles that may provide
a higher income than the dividend income on the underlying equity securities while allowing
some participation in the capital appreciation of the underlying equity securities. Another
advantage of using equity-linked securities is that they may be used for hedging to reduce
the risk of investing in the generally more volatile underlying equity securities. |
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The following are three examples of equity-linked securities. A Fund may invest in the
securities described below or other similar equity-linked securities. |
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PERCS. Preferred Equity Redemption Cumulative Stock (PERCS) technically is
preferred stock with some characteristics of common stock. PERCS are mandatorily
convertible into common stock after a period of time, usually three years, during
which the investors capital gains are capped, usually at 30%. Commonly, PERCS may
be redeemed by the issuer at any time or if the issuers common stock is trading at
a specified price level or better. The redemption price starts at the beginning of
the PERCS duration period at a price that is above the cap by the amount of the
extra dividends the PERCS holder is entitled to receive relative to the common stock
over the duration of the PERCS and declines to the cap price shortly before maturity
of the PERCS. In exchange for having the cap on capital gains and giving the issuer
the option to redeem the PERCS at any time or at the specified common stock price
level, the Fund may be compensated with a substantially higher dividend yield than
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ELKS. Equity-Linked Securities (ELKS) differ from ordinary debt securities, in
that the principal amount received at maturity is not fixed but is based on the
price of the issuers common stock. ELKS are debt securities commonly issued in
fully registered form for a term of three years under an indenture trust. At
maturity, the holder of ELKS will be entitled to receive a principal amount equal to
the lesser of a cap amount, commonly in the range of 30% to 55% greater than the
current price of the issuers common stock, or the average closing price per share
of the issuers common stock, subject to adjustment as a result of certain dilution
events, for the 10 trading days immediately prior to maturity. Unlike PERCS, ELKS
are commonly not subject to redemption prior to maturity. ELKS usually bear interest
six times during the three-year term at a substantially higher rate than the
dividend yield on the underlying common stock. In exchange for having the cap on the
return that might have been received as capital gains on the underlying common
stock, the Fund may be compensated with the higher yield, contingent on how well the
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LYONS. Liquid Yield Option Notes (LYONS) differ from ordinary debt securities,
in that the amount received prior to maturity is not fixed but is based on the price
of the issuers common stock. LYONs are zero-coupon notes that sell at a large
discount from face value. For an investment in LYONs, a Fund will not receive any
interest payments until the notes mature, typically in 15 to 20 years, when the
notes are redeemed at face, or par value. The yield on LYONs, typically, is
lower-than-market rate for debt securities of the same maturity, due in part to the
fact that the LYONs are convertible into common stock of the issuer at any time at
the option of the holder of the LYONs. Commonly, the LYONs are redeemable by the
issuer at any time after an initial period or if the issuers common stock is
trading at a specified price level or better, or, at the option of the holder, upon
certain fixed dates. The redemption price typically is the purchase price of the
LYONs plus accrued original issue discount to the date of redemption, which amounts
to the lower-than-market yield. A Fund will receive only the lower-than-market yield
unless the underlying common stock increases in value at a substantial rate. LYONs
are attractive to investors, like a Fund, when it appears that they will increase in
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Eurodollar and Yankee Dollar Obligations. Eurodollar obligations are U.S. dollar denominated
obligations issued outside the United States by non-U.S. corporations or other entities. Yankee
dollar obligations are U.S. dollar denominated obligations issued in the United States by non-U.S.
corporations or other entities. Eurodollar and Yankee Dollar obligations are subject to the same
risks that pertain to the domestic issues, notably credit risk, market risk and liquidity risk.
Additionally, Eurodollar and Yankee Dollar obligations are subject to certain sovereign risks. One
such risk is the possibility that a sovereign country might prevent capital from flowing across
their borders. Other risks include: adverse political and economic developments; the extent and
quality of government regulation of financial markets and institutions; the imposition of foreign
withholding taxes; and the expropriation or nationalization or foreign issuers.
Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs). ETFs are investment companies whose shares are bought and sold on
a securities exchange. An ETF holds a portfolio of securities designed to track a particular
market segment or index. Some examples of ETFs are SPDRsâ, DIAMONDSSM,
NASDAQ 100 Index Tracking StockSM (QQQs SM), iSharesâ
and VIPERsâ. A Fund could purchase an ETF to temporarily gain exposure to a
portion of the U.S. or foreign market. The risks of owning an ETF generally reflect the risks of
owning the underlying securities they are designed to track, although lack of liquidity in an ETF
could result in it being more volatile than the underlying portfolio of securities and ETFs have
management fees that increase their costs versus the costs of owning the underlying securities
directly. (See also Investment Company Shares below).
Fixed Income Securities. Fixed income securities are debt obligations issued by corporations,
municipalities and other borrowers. Coupons may be fixed or adjustable, based on a pre-set formula.
The market value of fixed income investments may change in response to interest rate changes and
other factors. During periods of falling interest rates, the values of outstanding fixed income
securities generally rise. Conversely, during periods of rising interest rates, the values of such
securities generally decline. Moreover, while securities with longer maturities tend to produce
higher yields, the prices of longer maturity securities are also subject to greater market
fluctuations as a result of changes in interest rates. Changes by recognized agencies in the rating
of any fixed income security and in the ability of an issuer to make payments of interest and
principal will also affect the value of these investments. Changes in the value of portfolio
securities will not affect cash income derived from these securities but will affect a Funds net
asset value.
Floating Rate Instruments. Floating rate instruments have a rate of interest that is set as a
specific percentage of a designated base rate (such as LIBOR). Such obligations are frequently
secured by letters of credit or other credit support arrangements provided by banks. The quality of
the underlying credit or of the bank, as the case may be, must, in the Subadvisers opinion be
equivalent to the long-term bond or commercial paper ratings stated in the prospectus. The
Subadviser will monitor the earning power, cash flow and liquidity ratios of the issuers of such
instruments and the ability of an issuer of a demand instrument to pay principal and interest on
demand.
Foreign Securities. Foreign securities may include U.S. dollar denominated obligations or
securities of foreign issuers denominated in other currencies. Possible investments include
obligations of foreign corporations and other entities, obligations of foreign branches of U.S.
banks and of foreign banks, including, without limitation, European Certificates of Deposit,
European Time Deposits, European Bankers Acceptances, Canadian Time Deposits, Europaper and Yankee
Certificates of Deposit, and investments in Canadian Commercial Paper and foreign securities. These
instruments have investment risks that differ in some respects from those related to investments in
obligations of U.S. domestic issuers. These risks include future adverse political and economic
developments, the possible imposition of withholding taxes on interest or other income, possible
seizure, nationalization, or expropriation of foreign deposits, the possible establishment of
exchange controls or taxation at the source, greater fluctuations in value due to changes in
exchange rates, or the adoption of other foreign governmental restrictions which might adversely
affect the payment of principal and interest on such obligations. These investments may also entail
higher custodial fees and sales commissions than domestic investments. Foreign issuers of
securities or obligations are often subject to accounting treatment and engage in business
practices different from those respecting domestic issuers of similar securities or obligations.
Foreign branches of U.S. banks and foreign banks may be subject to less stringent reserve
requirements than those applicable to domestic branches of U.S. banks.
In making investment decisions for the Funds, the Subadvisers evaluate the risks associated with
investing Fund assets in a particular country, including risks stemming from a countrys financial
infrastructure and settlement practices; the likelihood of expropriation, nationalization or
confiscation of invested assets; prevailing or developing custodial
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practices in the country; the countrys laws and regulations regarding the safekeeping, maintenance
and recovery of invested assets, the likelihood of government-imposed exchange control restrictions
which could impair the liquidity of Fund assets maintained with custodians in that country, as well
as risks from political acts of foreign governments (country risks). Of course, the Subadviser
cannot assure that the Fund will not suffer losses resulting from investing in foreign countries.
Holding Fund assets in foreign countries through specific foreign custodians presents additional
risks, including but not limited to the risks that a particular foreign custodian or depository
will not exercise proper care with respect to Fund assets or will not have the financial strength
or adequate practices and procedures to properly safeguard Fund assets.
By investing in foreign securities, the Funds attempt to take advantage of differences between both
economic trends and the performance of securities markets in the various countries, regions and
geographic areas as prescribed by each Funds investment objective and policies. During certain
periods the investment return on securities in some or all countries may exceed the return on
similar investments in the United States, while at other times the investment return may be less
than that on similar U.S. securities. The international investments of a Fund may reduce the effect
that events in any one country or geographic area will have on its investment holdings. Of course,
negative movement by a Funds investments in one foreign market represented in its portfolio may
offset potential gains from the Funds investments in another countrys markets.
Emerging countries are all countries that are considered to be developing or emerging countries by
the World Bank or the International Finance Corporation, as well as countries classified by the
United Nations or otherwise regarded by the international financial community as developing.
Foreign Currency: A Fund may temporarily hold funds in bank deposits in foreign currencies during
the completion of investment programs. A Fund may conduct foreign currency exchange transactions
either on a spot (cash) basis at the spot rate prevailing in the foreign exchange market or by
entering into a foreign currency forward contract (forward contract). A forward contract involves
an obligation to purchase or sell a specific amount of a specific currency at a future date, which
may be any fixed number of days (usually less than one year) from the date of the contract agreed
upon by the parties, at a price set at the time of the contract. Forward contracts are considered
derivatives financial instruments whose performance is derived, at least in part, from the
performance of another asset (such as a security, currency or an index of securities). A forward
contract locks in the exchange rate between the currency it will deliver and the currency it will
receive at the maturity of the contract. A Fund may enter into forward contracts to hedge against
risks arising from securities the Fund owns or anticipates purchasing, or the U.S. dollar value of
interest and dividends paid on those securities. In addition, the Fund may enter into forward
contracts to gain exposure to foreign markets.
At or before settlement of a forward contract, a Fund may either deliver the currency or terminate
its contractual obligation to deliver the currency by purchasing an offsetting contract. If a Fund
makes delivery of the foreign currency, it may be required to obtain the currency through the
conversion of assets of a Fund into the currency. A Fund may close out a forward contract by
purchasing or selling an offsetting contract, in which case it will realize a gain or a loss.
A Fund may invest in a combination of forward contracts and U.S. dollar-denominated instruments in
an attempt to obtain an investment result that is substantially the same as a direct investment in
a foreign currency-denominated instrument. This investment technique creates a synthetic position
in the particular foreign-currency instrument whose performance the manager is trying to duplicate.
For example, the combination of U.S. dollar-denominated money market instruments with long
forward contracts creates a position economically equivalent to a money market instrument
denominated in the foreign currency itself. Such combined positions are sometimes necessary when
the money market in a particular foreign currency is small or relatively illiquid.
For hedging purposes, a Fund may invest in forward contracts to hedge either specific transactions
(transaction hedging) or portfolio positions (position hedging). Transaction hedging is the
purchase or sale of forward contracts with respect to specific receivables or payables of a Fund in
connection with the purchase and sale of portfolio
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securities. Position hedging is the sale of a forward contract on a particular currency with
respect to portfolio positions denominated or quoted in that currency.
A Fund may use forward contracts for position hedging if consistent with its policy of trying to
expose its net assets to foreign currencies. A Fund is not required to enter into forward contracts
for hedging purposes and it is possible that a Fund may not be able to hedge against a currency. It
also is possible, under certain circumstances that a Fund may have to limit its currency
transactions to qualify as a regulated investment company under the Internal Revenue Code of
1986, as amended (the Internal Revenue Code).
Each Fund currently does not intend to enter into a forward currency contract with a term of more
than one year, or to engage in position hedging with respect to the currency of a particular
country to more than the aggregate market value (at the time the hedging transaction is entered
into) of its portfolio securities denominated in (or quoted in or currently convertible into or
directly related through the use of forward currency contracts in conjunction with money market
instruments to) that particular currency. At or before the maturity of a forward currency
contract, a Fund may either sell a portfolio security and make delivery of the currency, or retain
the security and terminate its contractual obligation to deliver the currency by buying an
offsetting contract obligating it to buy, on the same maturity date, the same amount of the
currency. If a Fund engages in an offsetting transaction, it may later enter into a new forward
currency contract to sell the currency.
If a Fund engages in an offsetting transaction, it will incur a gain or loss to the extent that
there has been movement in forward currency contract prices. If forward prices go down during the
period between the date a Fund enters into a forward currency contract for the sale of a currency
and the date it enters into an offsetting contract for the purchase of the currency, the Fund will
realize a gain to the extent that the price of the currency it has agreed to sell exceeds the price
of the currency it has agreed to buy. If forward prices go up, a Fund will suffer a loss to the
extent the price of the currency it has agreed to buy exceeds the price of the currency it has
agreed to sell.
A Fund may also enter into a forward contract to sell, for a fixed amount of U.S. dollars or other
appropriate currency, the amount of foreign currency approximating the value of some or all of the
Funds securities denominated in the foreign currency. A Fund may realize a gain or loss from
currency transactions.
When a Fund purchases or sells a forward contract, under applicable federal securities laws, rules,
and interpretations thereof and applicable exchange rules, a Fund must set aside (referred to
sometimes as asset segregation) liquid assets, or engage in other measures to cover open
positions with respect to such transactions. For example, with respect to forward contracts that
are not contractually required to cash-settle, a Fund must cover its open positions by setting
aside liquid assets equal to the contracts full, notional value. With respect to forward contracts
that are contractually required to cash-settle, a Fund may set aside or deliver liquid assets,
including cash, in an amount equal to a Funds daily marked-to-market (net) obligation rather than
the notional value. By setting aside or delivering assets equal to only its net obligation under
cash-settled forward contracts, a Fund will have the ability to employ leverage to a greater
extent than if a Fund were required to segregate assets equal to the full notional value of such
contracts. The Funds reserve the right to modify their asset segregation policies in the future.
A Fund may otherwise cover the transaction by means of an offsetting transaction or by other means
permitted by the 1940 Act or the rules and SEC interpretations thereunder. In as much as these
transactions are entered into for hedging purposes or are offset by segregating liquid assets, as
permitted by applicable law, the Funds and their Subadviser believe that these transactions do not
constitute senior securities under the 1940 Act and, accordingly, will not treat them as being
subject to a Funds borrowing restrictions. The Funds reserve the right to modify their asset
segregation policies in the future.
Foreign Sovereign Debt Securities. Investing in fixed and floating rate high yield foreign
sovereign debt securities will expose a Fund to the direct or indirect consequences of political,
social or economic changes in countries that issue the securities. The ability of a foreign
sovereign obligor to make timely payments on its external debt obligations will also be strongly
influenced by the obligors balance of payments, including export performance, its access to
international credits and investments, fluctuations in interest rates and the extent of its foreign
reserves. A country whose exports are concentrated in a few commodities or whose economy depends on
certain strategic imports could be vulnerable to fluctuations in international prices of these
commodities or imports. To the extent that a country
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receives payment for its exports in currencies other than dollars, its ability to make debt
payments denominated in dollars could be adversely affected. If a foreign sovereign obligor cannot
generate sufficient earnings from foreign trade to service its external debt, it may need to depend
on continuing loans and aid from foreign governments, commercial banks and multilateral
organizations, and inflows of foreign investment. The commitment on the part of these foreign
governments, multilateral organizations and others to make such disbursements may be conditioned on
the governments implementation of economic reforms and/or economic performance and the timely
service of its obligations. Failure to implement such reforms, achieve such levels of economic
performance or repay principal or interest when due may result in the cancellation of such third
parties commitments to lend funds, which may further impair the obligors ability or willingness
to timely service its debts.
Forward Roll Transactions. To enhance current income, each Fund may enter into forward roll
transactions with respect to mortgage-related securities. In a forward roll transaction, the Fund
sells a mortgage-related security to a financial institution, such as a bank or broker-dealer, and
simultaneously agrees to repurchase a similar security from the institution at a later date at an
agreed upon price. The securities that are repurchased will bear the same interest rate as those
sold, but generally will be collateralized by different pools of mortgages with different
pre-payment histories than those sold. During the period between the sale and purchase, the Fund
will not be entitled to receive interest and principal payments on the securities sold. Proceeds of
the sale typically will be invested in short-term instruments, particularly repurchase agreements,
and the income from these investments, together with any additional fee income received on the sale
will be expected to generate income for the Fund exceeding the yield on the securities sold.
Forward roll transactions involve the risk that the market value of the securities sold by the Fund
may decline below the purchase price of those securities. The Fund will segregate permissible
liquid assets at least equal to the amount of the repurchase price (including accrued interest).
Futures and Options on Futures. Futures contracts provide for the future sale by one party and
purchase by another party of a specified amount of a specific security at a specified future time
and at a specified price. An option on a futures contract gives the purchaser the right, in
exchange for a premium, to assume a position in a futures contract at a specified exercise price
during the term of the option. A Fund will reduce the risk that it will be unable to close out a
futures contract by only entering into futures contracts that are traded on a national futures
exchange regulated by the Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). A Fund may use futures
contracts and related options for bona fide hedging; attempting to offset changes in the value of
securities held or expected to be acquired or be disposed of; attempting to minimize fluctuations
in foreign currencies; attempting to gain exposure to a particular market, index or instrument; or
other risk management purposes. To the extent the Fund uses futures and/or options on futures, it
will do so in accordance with Rule 4.5 of the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA). The Trust, on behalf
of the Funds, has filed a notice of eligibility for exclusion from the definition of the term
commodity pool operator in accordance with Rule 4.5 and therefore, no Fund is subject to
registration or regulation as a commodity pool operator under the CEA.
An index futures contract is a bilateral agreement pursuant to which two parties agree to take or
make delivery of an amount of cash equal to a specified dollar amount times the difference between
the index value at the close of trading of the contract and the price at which the futures contract
is originally struck. No physical delivery of the securities comprising the index is made;
generally contracts are closed out prior to the expiration date of the contract.
When a Fund purchases or sells a futures contract, under applicable federal securities laws, rules,
and interpretations thereof and applicable exchange rules, a Fund must set aside (referred to
sometimes as asset segregation) liquid assets, or engage in other measures to cover open
positions with respect to such transactions. For example, with respect to futures contracts that
are not contractually required to cash-settle, a Fund must cover its open positions by setting
aside liquid assets equal to the contracts full, notional value. With respect to futures contracts
that are contractually required to cash-settle, a Fund may set aside or deliver liquid assets,
including cash, in an amount equal to a Funds daily marked-to-market (net) obligation rather than
the notional value. By setting aside or delivering assets equal to only its net obligation under
cash-settled futures contracts, a Fund will have the ability to employ leverage to a greater
extent than if a Fund were required to segregate assets equal to the full notional value of such
contracts. The Funds reserve the right to modify their asset segregation policies in the future.
The Fund may also cover its long position in a futures contract by purchasing a put option on the
same futures contract with a strike price (i.e., an exercise price) as high as or higher than the
price of the futures contract. In the alternative, if
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the strike price of the put is less than the price of the futures contract, the Fund will maintain
in a segregated account cash or liquid securities equal in value to the difference between the
strike price of the put and the price of the futures contract. The Fund may also cover its long
position in a futures contract by taking a short position in the instruments underlying the futures
contract, or by taking positions in instruments with prices, which are expected to move relatively
consistently with the futures contract. The Fund may cover its short position in a futures contract
by taking a long position in the instruments underlying the futures contracts, or by taking
positions in instruments with prices, which are expected to move relatively consistently with the
futures contract.
A Fund may cover its sale of a call option on a futures contract by taking a long position in the
underlying futures contract at a price less than or equal to the strike price of the call option.
In the alternative, if the long position in the underlying futures contract is established at a
price greater than the strike price of the written (sold) call, a Fund will maintain in a
segregated account cash or liquid securities equal in value to the difference between the strike
price of the call and the price of the futures contract. The Fund may also cover its sale of a call
option by taking positions in instruments with prices which are expected to move relatively
consistently with the call option. A Fund may cover its sale of a put option on a futures contract
by taking a short position in the underlying futures contract at a price greater than or equal to
the strike price of the put option, or, if the short position in the underlying futures contract is
established at a price less than the strike price of the written put, the fund will maintain in a
segregated account cash or liquid securities equal in value to the difference between the strike
price of the put and the price of the futures contract. A Fund may also cover its sale of a put
option by taking positions in instruments with prices, which are expected to move relatively
consistently with the put option.
In as much as these transactions are entered into for hedging purposes or are offset by segregating
liquid assets, as permitted by applicable law, the Funds and their Subadvisers believe that these
transactions do not constitute senior securities under the 1940 Act and, accordingly, will not
treat them as being subject to a Funds borrowing restrictions.
There are significant risks associated with a Funds use of futures contracts and related options,
including the following: (1) the success of a hedging strategy may depend on the Advisers ability
to predict movements in the prices of individual securities, fluctuations in markets and movements
in interest rates, (2) there may be an imperfect or no correlation between the changes in market
value of the securities held by a Fund and the prices of futures and options on futures, (3) there
may not be a liquid secondary market for a futures contract or option, (4) trading restrictions or
limitations may be imposed by an exchange, and (5) government regulations may restrict trading in
futures contracts and options on futures. In addition, some strategies reduce a Funds exposure to
price fluctuations, while others tend to increase its market exposure
Guaranteed Investment Contracts (GICs). A GIC is a general obligation of the issuing insurance
company and not a separate account. The purchase price paid for a GIC becomes part of the general
assets of the issuer, and the contract is paid at maturity from the general assets of the issuer.
Generally, GICs are not assignable or transferable without the permission of the issuing insurance
company. For this reason, an active secondary market in GICs does not currently exist and GICs are
considered to be illiquid investments.
Hedging Techniques. Hedging is an investment strategy designed to offset investment risks. Hedging
activities include, among other things, the use of options and futures. There are risks associated
with hedging activities, including: (i) the success of a hedging strategy may depend on an ability
to predict movements in the prices of individual securities, fluctuations in markets, and movements
in interest rates; (ii) there may be an imperfect or no correlation between the changes in market
value of the securities held by a Fund and the prices of futures and option on futures; (iii) there
may not be a liquid secondary market for a futures contract or option; and (iv) trading
restrictions or limitations may be imposed by an exchange, and government regulations may restrict
trading in futures contracts and options.
High Yield Securities. High yield securities, commonly referred to as junk bonds, are debt
obligations rated below investment grade, i.e., below BBB- by Standard & Poors Ratings Group
(S&P) or Baa3 by Moodys Investors Service, Inc. (Moodys), or their unrated equivalents. The
risks associated with investing in high yield securities include:
1. High yield, lower rated bonds may involve greater risk of default or price
declines than investments in investment grade securities (e.g., securities rated
BBB- or higher by S&P or Baa3 or higher by Moodys) due to changes in the issuers
creditworthiness.
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2. The market for high risk, high yield securities may be thinner and less active,
causing market price volatility and limited liquidity in the secondary market. This
may limit the ability of a Fund to sell these securities at their fair market
values either to meet redemption requests, or in response to changes in the economy
or the financial markets.
3. Market prices for high risk, high yield securities may also be affected by
investors perception of the issuers credit quality and the outlook for economic
growth. Thus, prices for high risk, high yield securities may move independently of
interest rates and the overall bond market.
4. The market for high risk, high yield securities may be adversely affected by
legislative and regulatory developments.
Illiquid Securities. Illiquid securities are securities that cannot be sold or disposed of in the
ordinary course of business (within seven days) at approximately the prices at which they are
valued. Because of their illiquid nature, illiquid securities must be priced at fair value as
determined in good faith pursuant to procedures approved by the Trusts Board of Trustees. Despite
such good faith efforts to determine fair value prices, a Funds illiquid securities are subject to
the risk that the securitys fair value price may differ from the actual price, which the Fund may
ultimately realize upon its sale or disposition. Difficulty in selling illiquid securities may
result in a loss or may be costly to a Fund. Under the supervision of the Trusts Board of
Trustees, the Subadviser determines the liquidity of a Funds investments. In determining the
liquidity of a Funds investments, the Subadviser may consider various factors, including (1) the
frequency and volume of trades and quotations, (2) the number of dealers and prospective purchasers
in the marketplace, (3) dealer undertakings to make a market, and (4) the nature of the security
and the market in which it trades (including any demand, put or tender features, the mechanics and
other requirements for transfer, any letters of credit or other credit enhancement features, any
ratings, the number of holders, the method of soliciting offers, the time required to dispose of
the security, and the ability to assign or offset the rights and obligations of the security). A
Fund will not invest more than 15% of its net assets (5% with respect to the Money Market Funds) in
illiquid securities.
Initial Public Offerings. A Fund may invest in a companys securities at the time of a companys
initial public offering (IPO). Companies involved in IPOs are often smaller and have a limited
operating history, which involves a greater risk that the value of their securities will be
impaired following the IPO. In addition, market psychology prevailing at the time of an IPO can
have a substantial and unpredictable effect on the price of an IPO security, causing the price of a
companys securities to be particularly volatile at the time of its IPO and for a period
thereafter. As a result, a Funds Adviser or Sub-Adviser might decide to sell an IPO security more
quickly than it would otherwise, which may result in significant gains or losses to the Fund.
Inverse Floaters. A Fund may invest in municipal securities whose interest rates bear an inverse
relationship to the interest rate on another security or the value of an index (Inverse
Floaters). An investment in Inverse Floaters may involve greater risk than an investment in a
fixed rate bond. Because changes in the interest rate on the other security or index inversely
affect the residual interest paid on the Inverse Floater, the value and income of an inverse
floater is generally more volatile than that of a fixed rate bond. Inverse Floaters have varying
degrees of liquidity, and the market for these securities is relatively volatile. These securities
tend to underperform the market for fixed rate bonds in a rising interest rate environment, but
tend to outperform the market for fixed rate bonds when interest rates decline.
Investment Company Shares. A Fund may invest in the securities of other investment companies to the
extent that such an investment would be consistent with the requirements of the 1940 Act and the
Funds investment objectives. Notwithstanding these restrictions, each Fund may invest any amount,
pursuant to Rule 12d1-1 of the 1940 Act, in affiliated or unaffiliated investment companies that
hold themselves out as money market funds and which operate in accordance with Rule 2a-7 of the
1940 Act. A Fund will indirectly bear its proportionate share of any management fees paid by an
investment company in which it invests in addition to the advisory fee paid by the Fund.
Under Section 12(d)(1) of the 1940 Act, a Fund may invest only up to 5% of its total assets in the
securities of any one investment company (other than money market funds), but may not own more than
3% of the outstanding voting stock of any one investment company or invest more than 10% of its
total assets in the securities of other investment
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companies. However, a Fund may exceed these limits if (i) the ETF or the Fund has received an
order for exemptive relief from the 3%, 5%, or 10% limitations from the SEC that is applicable to
the Fund; and (ii) the ETF and the Fund take appropriate steps to comply with any conditions in
such order. In the alternative, a Fund may rely on Rule 12d1-3, which allows unaffiliated mutual
funds to exceed the 5% Limitation and the 10% Limitation, provided the aggregate sales loads any
investor pays (i.e., the combined distribution expenses of both the acquiring fund and the acquired
funds) does not exceed the limits on sales loads established by Financial Industry Regulatory
Authority (FINRA), for funds of funds. (UPDATE ISHARES INFO GLOBALLY)
For hedging or other purposes, each Fund may invest in investment companies that seek to track the
composition and/or performance of specific indexes or portions of specific indexes. Certain of
these investment companies, known as ETFs, are traded on a securities exchange. (See Exchange
Traded Funds above.) The market prices of index-based investments will fluctuate in accordance
with changes in the underlying portfolio securities of the investment company and also due to
supply and demand of the investment companys shares on the exchange upon which the shares are
traded. Index-based investments may not replicate or otherwise match the composition or performance
of their specified index due to transaction costs, among other things. Pursuant to orders issued by
the SEC to iShares® Funds, The Select Sector SPDR Trust, streetTRACKS Series Trust,
streetTRACKS Index Shares Fund and Vanguard Trust and procedures approved by the Board, each Fund
may invest in iShares® Funds, The Select Sector SPDR Trust, streetTRACKS Series Trust, streetTRACKS
Index Shares Fund and Vanguard Trust in excess of the 5% and 10% limits described above, provided
that the Fund has described ETF investments in its prospectus and otherwise complies with the
conditions of the SEC, as it may be amended, and any other applicable investment limitations.
iShares® is a registered trademark of BlackRock Institutional Trust Company, N.A.
(BlackRock). Neither BlackRock, The Select Sector SPDR Trust, streetTRACKS Series Trust,
streetTRACKS Index Shares Fund nor the iShares® Funds makes any representations regarding the
advisability of investing in the Funds.
Investment Grade Obligations. Investment grade obligations are fixed income obligations rated by
one or more of the rating agencies in one of the four highest rating categories at the time of
purchase (e.g., AAA, AA, A or BBB by S&P or Fitch, Inc. (Fitch), or Aaa, Aa, A or Baa by Moodys
or determined to be of equivalent quality by the Subadviser). Securities rated BBB or Baa
represents the lowest of four levels of investment grade obligations and are regarded as borderline
between sound obligations and those in which the speculative element begins to predominate. Ratings
assigned to fixed income securities represent only the opinion of the rating agency assigning the
rating and are not dispositive of the credit risk associated with the purchase of a particular
fixed income obligation. A Fund may hold unrated securities if its Subadviser considers the risks
involved in owning that security to be equivalent to the risks involved in holding an instrument
grade security. Moreover, market risk also will affect the prices of even the highest rated fixed
income obligation so that their prices may rise or fall even if the issuers capacity to repay its
obligation remains unchanged.
Leveraged Buyouts. A Fund may invest in leveraged buyout limited partnerships and funds that, in
turn, invest in leveraged buyout transactions (LBOs). An LBO, generally, is an acquisition of an
existing business by a newly formed corporation financed largely with debt assumed by such newly
formed corporation to be later repaid with funds generated from the acquired company. Equity
investments in LBOs may appreciate substantially in value given only modest growth in the earnings
or cash flow of the acquired business. Investments in LBO limited partnerships and funds, however,
present a number of risks. Investments in LBO limited partnerships and funds will normally lack
liquidity and may be subject to intense competition from other LBO limited partnerships and funds.
Additionally, if the cash flow of the acquired company is insufficient to service the debt assumed
in the LBO, the LBO limited partnership or fund could lose all or part of its investment in such
acquired company.
Master Limited Partnerships. Master limited partnerships (MLPs) are limited partnerships in
which ownership units are publicly traded. MLPs often own or own interests in properties or
businesses that are related to oil and gas industries, including pipelines, although MLPs may
invest in other types of industries, or in credit-related investments. Generally, an MLP is
operated under the supervision of one or more managing general partners. Limited partners (like a
Fund that invests in an MLP) are not involved in the day-to-day management of the partnership. A
Fund also may invest in companies who serve (or whose affiliates serve) as the general partner of
an MLP.
Investments in MLPs are generally subject to many of the risks that apply to partnerships. For
example, holders of the units of MLPs may have limited control and limited voting rights on matters
affecting the partnership. There may be fewer corporate protections afforded investors in an MLP
than investors in a corporation. Conflicts of interest may
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exist among unit holders, subordinated unit holders and the general partner of an MLP, including
those arising from incentive distribution payments. MLPs that concentrate in a particular industry
or region are subject to risks associated with such industry or region. MLPs holding credit-related
investments are subject to interest rate risk and the risk of default on payment obligations by
debt issuers. Investments held by MLPs may be illiquid. MLP units may trade infrequently and in
limited volume, and they may be subject to more abrupt or erratic price movements than securities
of larger or more broadly based companies.
The Funds may also hold investments in limited liability companies that have many of the same
characteristics and are subject to many of the same risks as master limited partnerships.
Distributions attributable to gain from the sale of master limited partnerships may be taxed as
ordinary income.
Medium-Term Notes. Medium-term notes are periodically or continuously offered corporate or agency
debt that differs from traditionally underwritten corporate bonds only in the process by which they
are issued.
Money Market Securities. Money market securities include short-term U.S. government securities;
custodial receipts evidencing separately traded interest and principal components of securities
issued by the U.S. Treasury; commercial paper rated in the highest short-term rating category by a
nationally recognized statistical ratings organization (NRSRO), such as S&P or Moodys, or
determined by the Subadviser to be of comparable quality at the time of purchase; short-term bank
obligations (certificates of deposit, time deposits and bankers acceptances) of U.S. commercial
banks with assets of at least $1 billion as of the end of their most recent fiscal year; and
repurchase agreements involving such securities. Each of these money market securities are
described herein. For a description of ratings, see Appendix A to this SAI.
Mortgage-Backed Securities. A Fund may invest in mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities.
Mortgage-backed securities (MBS) are securities which represent ownership interests in, or are
debt obligations secured entirely or primarily by, pools of residential or commercial and reverse
mortgage loans or other asset-backed securities (the Underlying Assets). Such securities may be
issued by U.S. government agencies and government-sponsored entities, such as Government National
Mortgage Association (GNMA), Federal National Mortgage Association (FNMA), Federal Home Loan
Mortgage Corporation (FHLMC), commercial banks, savings and loan associations, mortgage banks, or
by issuers that are affiliates of or sponsored by such entities. The payment of interest and
principal on mortgage-backed obligations issued by these entities may be guaranteed by the full
faith and credit of the U.S. Government (in the case of GNMA), or may be guaranteed by the issuer
(in the case of FNMA and MHLMC). However, these guarantees do not apply to the market prices and
yields of these securities, which vary with changes in interest rates.
Obligations of GNMA are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government. Obligations of
Fannie Mae and FHLMC are not backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government, but are
considered to be of high quality since such entities are considered to be instrumentalities of the
United States. A Fund will not purchase mortgage-backed securities that do not meet the above
minimum credit standards. In the case of mortgage-backed securities representing ownership
interests in the Underlying Assets, the principal and interest payments on the underlying mortgage
loans are distributed monthly to the holders of the mortgage-backed securities. In the case of
mortgage-backed securities representing debt obligations secured by the Underlying Assets, the
principal and interest payments on the underlying mortgage loans, and any reinvestment income
thereon, provide the funds to pay debt service on such mortgage-backed securities.
Certain mortgage-backed securities represent an undivided fractional interest in the entirety of
the Underlying Assets (or in a substantial portion of the Underlying Assets, with additional
interests junior to that of the mortgage-backed security), and thus have payment terms that closely
resemble the payment terms of the Underlying Assets.
In addition, many mortgage-backed securities are issued in multiple classes. Each class of such
multi-class mortgage-backed securities, often referred to as a tranche, is issued at a specific
fixed or floating coupon rate and has a stated maturity or final distribution date. Principal
prepayment on the Underlying Assets may cause the MBS to be retired substantially earlier than
their stated maturities or final distribution dates. Interest is paid or accrues on all or most
classes of the MBS on a periodic basis, typically monthly or quarterly. The principal of and
interest on the Underlying Assets may be allocated among the several classes of a series of MBS in
many different ways. In a relatively common structure, payments of principal (including any
principal prepayments) on the Underlying Assets are applied to the
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classes of a series of MBS in the order of their respective stated maturities so that no payment of
principal will be made on any class of MBS until all other classes having an earlier stated
maturity have been paid in full. An important feature of MBS is that the principal amount is
generally subject to partial or total prepayment at any time because the Underlying Assets (i.e.,
loans) generally may be prepaid at any time. The occurrence of prepayments is a function of several
factors, including interest rates, general economic conditions, the location of the mortgaged
property, the age of the mortgage or other underlying obligations, and other social and demographic
conditions. Because prepayment rates of individual mortgage pools vary widely, the average life of
a particular pool is difficult to predict. The rate of principal payments for a reverse
mortgage-backed security depends on a variety of economic, geographic, social, and other factors,
including interest rates and borrower mortality. Reverse mortgage-backed securities may respond
differently to economic, geographic, social, and other factors than other mortgage-backed
securities.
A reverse mortgage is a special type of home loan that lets a homeowner convert a portion of the
equity in his or her home into cash. The equity built up over years of home mortgage payments can
be paid to the borrower. But unlike a traditional home equity loan or second mortgage, no repayment
is required until the borrower no longer uses the home as his or her principal residence. A
reverse mortgage derives its name from the pattern of payments that is typically the reverse of a
traditional mortgage loan used to buy a home. The three basic types of reverse mortgages are
single purpose reverse mortgages, Federal Housing Administration (FHA) insured reverse mortgages
and proprietary reverse mortgages. Single purpose reverse mortgages are offered only by some state
and local government agencies and nonprofit organizations. FHA insured reverse mortgages, also
known as Home Equity Conversion Mortgages, are the oldest and most popular reverse mortgage product
and are insured by the federal government through FHA, a part of the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development. Proprietary reverse mortgages are private loans that are typically backed by
the companies that originate them.
Private pass-through securities are mortgage-backed securities issued by a non-governmental agency,
such as a trust. While they are generally structured with one or more types of credit enhancement,
private pass-through securities generally lack a guarantee by an entity having the credit status of
a governmental agency or instrumentality. The two principal types of private mortgage-backed
securities are collateralized mortgage obligations (CMOs) and real estate mortgage investment
conduits (REMICs).
CMOs are collateralized mortgage obligations, which are collateralized by mortgage pass-through
securities. Cash flows from the mortgage pass-through securities are allocated to various tranches
(a tranche is essentially a separate security) in a predetermined, specified order. Each tranche
has a stated maturity the latest date by which the tranche can be completely repaid, assuming no
prepayments and has an average life the average of the time to receipt of a principal payment
weighted by the size of the principal payment. The average life is typically used as a proxy for
maturity because the debt is amortized (repaid a portion at a time), rather than being paid off
entirely at maturity, as would be the case in a straight debt instrument.
Although some of the mortgages underlying CMOs may be supported by various types of insurance, and
some CMOs may be backed by GNMA certificates or other mortgage pass-throughs issued or guaranteed
by U.S. government agencies or instrumentalities, the CMOs themselves are not generally guaranteed.
REMICs are private entities formed for the purpose of holding a fixed pool of mortgages secured by
an interest in real property. REMICs are similar to CMOs in that they issue multiple classes of
securities and are rated in one of the two highest categories by S&P or Moodys.
Investors may purchase beneficial interests in REMICs, which are known as regular interests, or
residual interests. Guaranteed REMIC pass-through certificates (REMIC Certificates) issued by
Fannie Mae or FHLMC represent beneficial ownership interests in a REMIC trust consisting
principally of mortgage loans or Fannie Mae, FHLMC or GNMA-guaranteed mortgage pass-through
certificates.
For FHLMC REMIC Certificates, FHLMC guarantees the timely payment of interest. GNMA REMIC
Certificates are backed by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Government.
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Parallel pay CMOs and REMICs are structured to provide payments of principal on each payment date
to more than one class. These simultaneous payments are taken into account in calculating the
stated maturity date or final distribution date of each class, which must be retired by its stated
maturity date or final distribution date, but may be retired earlier. Planned Amortization Class
CMOs (PAC Bonds) generally require payments of a specified amount of principal on each payment
date. PAC Bonds are always parallel pay CMOs with the required principal payment on such securities
having the highest priority after interest has been paid to all classes.
Stripped mortgage-backed securities are securities that are created when a U.S. government agency
or a financial institution separates the interest and principal components of a mortgage-backed
security and sells them as individual securities. The holder of the principal only security
(PO) receives the principal payments made by the underlying mortgage-backed security, while the
holder of the interest only security (IO) receives interest payments from the same underlying
security.
The prices of stripped mortgage-backed securities may be particularly affected by changes in
interest rates. As interest rates fall, prepayment rates tend to increase, which tends to reduce
prices of IOs and increase prices of POs. Rising interest rates can have the opposite effect.
Delegated Underwriting and Servicing (DUS) bonds are pools of multifamily housing loans issued by
the Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae). DUS bonds have significant call protection
in the form of prepayment penalties. The most common structures at the time of issuance are
seven-year balloons with 6.5 years of prepayment protection and 10-year balloons with 9.5 years of
prepayment protection. Borrowers must pay a prepayment penalty to prepay the loan during the
specified prepayment protection period. In the event of default there is no penalty passed on to
the investor.
Money Market Fund Investments. Investments by a money market fund are subject to limitations
imposed under regulations adopted by the SEC. Under these regulations, money market funds may
acquire only obligations that present minimal credit risk and that are eligible securities, which
means they are (i) rated, at the time of investment, by at least two NRSROs (one if it is the only
organization rating such obligation) in the highest rating category or, if unrated, determined to
be of comparable quality (a first tier security), or (ii) rated according to the foregoing
criteria in the second highest rating category or, if unrated, determined to be of comparable
quality (second tier security) ). In the case of taxable money market funds, Investments in
second tier securities are subject to further constraints in that (i) no more than 3% of a money
market funds assets may be invested in second tier securities and (ii) any investment in
securities of any one such issuer is limited to a maximum of 0.5%half assets. At time of purchase,
a taxable money market fund may not purchase securities of any issuer (except securities issued or
guaranteed by the U.S. Government, its agencies or instrumentalities) if, as a result, more than 5%
of the total assets of a Fund would be invested in the securities of one issuer. However, a taxable
money market fund may hold more than 5% of its assets in first tier securities of a single issuer
for three business days (that is, any day other than a Saturday, Sunday or customary business
holiday).
Municipal Forwards. Municipal forwards are forward commitments for the purchase of tax-exempt bonds
with a specified coupon to be delivered by an issuer at a future date, typically exceeding 45 days
but normally less than one year after the commitment date. Municipal forwards are normally used as
a refunding mechanism for bonds that may only be redeemed on a designated future date. See
When-Issued Securities and Forward Commitment Securities for more information.
Municipal Lease Obligations. Municipal lease obligations are securities issued by state and local
governments and authorities to finance the acquisition of equipment and facilities. They may take
the form of a lease, an installment purchase contract, a conditional sales contract, or a
participation interest in any of the above.
Municipal Securities. Municipal bonds include general obligation bonds, revenue or special
obligation bonds, private activity and industrial development bonds and participation interests in
municipal bonds. General obligation bonds are backed by the taxing power of the issuing
municipality. Revenue bonds are backed by the revenues of a project or facility (for example, tolls
from a bridge). Certificates of participation represent an interest in an underlying obligation or
commitment, such as an obligation issued in connection with a leasing arrangement. The payment of
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interest on private activity and industrial development bonds generally is totally dependent on the
ability of a facilitys user to meet its financial obligations and the pledge, if any, of real and
personal property as security for the payment.
Municipal notes consist of general obligation notes, tax anticipation notes (notes sold to finance
working capital needs of the issuer in anticipation of receiving taxes on a future date), revenue
anticipation notes (notes sold to provide needed cash prior to receipt of expected non-tax revenues
from a specific source), bond anticipation notes, certificates of indebtedness, demand notes and
construction loan notes. A Funds investments in any of the notes described above will be limited
to those obligations (i) where both principal and interest are backed by the full faith and credit
of the United States, (ii) which are rated MIG-2 or V-MIG-2 at the time of investment by Moodys,
(iii) which are rated SP-2 at the time of investment by S&P, or (iv) which, if not rated by S&P or
Moodys, are in the Subadvisers judgment, of at least comparable quality to MIG-2, VMIG-2 or SP-2.
From time to time, a municipality may refund a bond that it has already issued prior to the
original bonds call date by issuing a second bond, the proceeds of which are used to purchase
securities. The securities are placed in an escrow account pursuant to an agreement between the
municipality and an independent escrow agent. The principal and interest payments on the securities
are then used to pay off the original bondholders. For purposes of diversification and industry
concentration, pre-refunded bonds will be treated as governmental issues.
Municipal bonds generally must be rated investment grade by at least one national securities rating
agency or, if not rated, must be deemed by the Subadviser to essentially have characteristics
similar to those of bonds having the above rating. Bonds downgraded to below investment grade may
continue to be held at the discretion of a Funds Subadviser. A Fund may purchase industrial
development and pollution control bonds if the interest paid is exempt from federal income tax.
These bonds are issued by or on behalf of public authorities to raise money to finance various
privately-operated facilities for business and manufacturing, housing, sports and pollution
control. These bonds are also used to finance public facilities such as airports, mass transit
systems, ports and parking. The payment of the principal and interest on such bonds is dependent
solely on the ability of the facilitys user to meet its financial obligations and the pledge, if
any, of real and personal property so financed as security for such payment.
Private activity bonds are issued by or on behalf of states, or political subdivisions thereof, to
finance privately owned or operated facilities for business and manufacturing, housing, sports, and
pollution control, and to finance activities of and facilities for charitable institutions. Private
activity bonds are also used to finance public facilities such as airports, mass transit systems,
ports, parking and low-income housing. The payment of the principal and interest on private
activity bonds is dependent solely on the ability of the facilitys user to meet its financial
obligations and may be secured by a pledge of real and personal property so financed.
Investments in floating rate instruments will normally involve industrial development or revenue
bonds which provide that the rate of interest is set as a specific percentage of a designated base
rate (such as the prime rate) at a major commercial bank, and that a Fund can demand payment of the
obligation at all times or at stipulated dates on short notice (not to exceed 30 days) at par plus
accrued interest. Such obligations are frequently secured by letters of credit or other credit
support arrangements provided by banks. The quality of the underlying credit or of the bank, as the
case may be, must, in the Subadvisers opinion, be equivalent to the long-term bond or commercial
paper ratings stated above. The Subadviser will monitor the earning power, cash flow and liquidity
ratios of the issuers of such instruments and the ability of an issuer of a demand instrument to
pay principal and interest on demand. The Subadviser may purchase other types of tax-exempt
instruments as long as they are of a quality equivalent to the bond or commercial paper ratings
stated above.
The Subadviser has the authority to purchase securities at a price which would result in a yield to
maturity lower than that generally offered by the seller at the time of purchase when they can
simultaneously acquire the right to sell the securities back to the seller, the issuer, or a
third-party (the writer) at an agreed-upon price at any time during a stated period or on a
certain date. Such a right is generally denoted as a standby commitment or a put. The purpose
of engaging in transactions involving puts is to maintain flexibility and liquidity in order to
meet redemptions and remain as fully invested as possible in municipal securities. The right to put
the securities depends on the writers ability to pay for the securities at the time the put is
exercised. A Fund will limit its put transactions to those with institutions which the Subadviser
believe present minimum credit risks, and the Subadviser will use its best efforts to initially
determine and thereafter monitor the financial strength of the put providers by evaluating their
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statements and such other information as is available in the marketplace. It may, however, be
difficult to monitor the financial strength of the writers where adequate current financial
information is not available. In the event that any writer is unable to honor a put for financial
reasons, the affected Fund would be a general creditor (i.e., on parity with all other unsecured
creditors) of the writer. Furthermore, particular provisions of the contract between a Fund and the
writer may excuse the writer from repurchasing the securities in certain circumstances (for
example, a change in the published rating of the underlying municipal securities or any similar
event that has an adverse effect on the issuers credit); or a provision in the contract may
provide that the put will not be exercised except in certain special cases, for example, to
maintain portfolio liquidity. A Fund could, however, sell the underlying portfolio security in the
open market or wait until the portfolio security matures, at which time it should realize the full
par value of the security. Municipal securities purchased subject to a put may be sold to third
persons at any time, even though the put is outstanding, but the put itself, unless it is an
integral part of the security as originally issued, may not be marketable or otherwise assignable.
Sale of the securities to third parties or lapse of time with the put unexercised may terminate the
right to put the securities. Prior to the expiration of any put option, a Fund could seek to
negotiate terms for the extension of such an option. If such a renewal cannot be negotiated on
terms satisfactory to a Fund, the Fund could, of course, sell the portfolio security. The maturity
of the underlying security will generally be different from that of the put. There will be no limit
to the percentage of portfolio securities that a Fund may purchase subject to a put. For the
purpose of determining the maturity of securities purchased subject to an option to put, and for
the purpose of determining the dollar-weighted average maturity of a Fund including such
securities, a Fund will consider maturity to be the first date on which it has the right to
demand payment from the writer of the put although the final maturity of the security is later than
such date.
Other types of tax-exempt instruments which are permissible investments include floating rate
notes. Investments in such floating rate instruments will normally involve industrial development
or revenue bonds which provide that the rate of interest is set as a specific percentage of a
designated base rate (such as the prime rate) at a major commercial bank, and that a Fund can
demand payment of the obligation at all times or at stipulated dates on short notice (not to exceed
30 days) at par plus accrued interest. Such obligations are frequently secured by letters of credit
or other credit support arrangements provided by banks. The quality of the underlying credit or of
the bank, as the case may be, must, in the Subadvisers opinion, be equivalent to the long-term
bond or commercial paper ratings stated above. The Subadviser will monitor the earning power, cash
flow and liquidity ratios of the issuers of such instruments and the ability of an issuer of a
demand instrument to pay principal and interest on demand. A Fund may also purchase participation
interests in municipal securities (such as industrial development bonds and municipal
lease/purchase agreements). A participation interest gives a Fund an undivided interest in the
underlying municipal security. If it is unrated, the participation interest will be backed by an
irrevocable letter of credit or guarantee of a credit-worthy financial institution or the payment
obligations otherwise will be collateralized by U.S. government securities. Participation interests
may have fixed, variable or floating rates of interest and may include a demand feature. A
participation interest without a demand feature or with a demand feature exceeding seven days may
be deemed to be an illiquid security subject to a Funds investment limitations restricting its
purchases of illiquid securities. A Fund may purchase other types of tax-exempt instruments as long
as they are of a quality equivalent to the bond or commercial paper ratings stated above.
Opinions relating to the validity of municipal securities and to the exemption of interest thereon
from federal income tax are rendered by bond counsel to the respective issuers at the time of
issuance. Neither a Fund nor its Subadviser will review the proceedings relating to the issuance of
municipal securities or the basis for such opinions.
Special Considerations Relating to Municipal Obligations of Designated States
As described in the prospectuses, except for investments in temporary investments, each Tax-Exempt
Bond Fund will invest substantially all of its net assets (at least 80%) in municipal bonds that
are exempt from federal and state tax in that state (Municipal Obligations), generally Municipal
Obligations issued in its respective state. Each Fund is therefore more susceptible to political,
economic or regulatory factors adversely affecting issuers of Municipal Obligations in its state.
Set forth below is additional information that bears upon the risk of investing in Municipal
Obligations issued by public authorities in the states of currently offered Funds. This information
was obtained from official statements of issuers located in the respective states as well as from
other publicly available official documents and statements. The Funds have not independently
verified any of the information contained in such statements and
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documents. The information below is intended only as a general summary and is not intended as a
discussion of any specific factor that may affect any particular obligation or issuer.
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The State of Georgia ended April, 2010 with revenue collections for the fiscal
year to date trailing 2009 levels by 10.7%. On May 6 2010, Governor Sonny
Perdue signed into law the states $17.1 billion Amended Fiscal Year 2010
budget. Due to declining revenues, the amended budget has reduced state
spending by $1.5 billion. According to the Governors office, the budget
managed the state through the worst economic downturn of our generation and
protected the core mission of state government. Despite making difficult
decisions to balance the budget, we have remained focused on education, public
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In an October, 2009 report, Moodys Investors Service continued to praise the
State of Georgias conservative fiscal practices, moderate debt burden, and
well-funded pensions, while acknowledging the states budget gaps, erosion of
fund balances, declining revenues and signs of economic underperformance
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The states unemployment rate for March, 2010 was 10.4%, .2% above the national
average of 10.2%. Total employment in Georgia stood at 4.21 million in March,
down from 4.37 million in March 2009. |
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Georgias general obligation debt continues to carry Aaa/AAA ratings from
Moodys, Standard and Poors, and Fitch. These ratings reflect the states
credit quality only and do not indicate the creditworthiness of other tax-exempt
securities in which the Fund may invest. Furthermore, it cannot be assumed that
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The State of Marylands economy expanded at a strong pace for much of the
previous decade but has slowed considerably in the last year and a half.
Because of the States proximity to the Washington DC metropolitan area, the
states economy is greatly affected by Federal government spending. The ongoing
Base Realignment and Closing (BRAC) initiative of the military is expected to
bring 45,000 60,000 new jobs to the state, although the timing of these jobs
is not clear at this time. These additional jobs will continue to help
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Marylands unemployment rate for December 2009 was estimated at 7.1% compared to
the national rate of 9.3%. Per capita income for 2008 was approximately 121% of
the national average compared to 115% in 2000, ranking the State as the 4th
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The States revenue growth has slowed in recent years and forecasted growth
rates have been adjusted lower following housing market weakness and the
recession that began in 2008. Revenues for 2009 totaled $2.22 billion down $630
million from 2006 levels. Based on the revenue contraction and expenditure
pressures, tax changes were implemented during fiscal year 2008 to increase
revenue, including an income tax surcharge for the years 2008 2010 and a draw
down on the State Reserve Fund. However, challenges remain as sales and income
tax collections remain below forecast. The state ended FY 2009 with a $1.3
billion operating deficit and projects continuing shortfalls through 2015. |
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The States general obligation bonds are rated AAA by all of the rating services
and are amortized rapidly, over 15 years, as required by the States
Constitution. This is a credit strength which replenishes debt capacity.
According to Moodys, net tax supported debt at $1,507 per capita ranks Maryland
12th highest of the states. However, when compared to per capita income, the
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of personal income at 3% compared to the 50-state mean of 3.2%. Moodys also
cites the States strong financial management, revenue reserves and economy as
strengths. |
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The AAA ratings apply to the States direct debt and may not be indicative of
the credit rating of other securities purchased by the Maryland Municipal Bond
Fund. It also cannot be assumed that the State will maintain its current debt
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The State of North Carolina ended fiscal year 2009 with revenue collections 11.1% lower
than collections during 2008. February 2010 revenue projections expect a further 1.6%
decline in revenues for fiscal year 2010 and projected a budgetary shortfall of $400-$500
million for the biennium (2010 and 2011). Recognizing these shortfalls, Governor Bev
Perdue announced her 2010-2011 proposed budget for the state. The budget cuts nearly $1
billion in spending and reallocates some $250 million to programs that will reform state
government and continue to move the state forward through an economic recovery.
Additionally, the budget includes almost $1 billion in spending cuts. That total was
achieved through efficiency measures, cutting waste and eliminating unproductive
programs. The proposed cuts include: reduced spending for most governmental agencies by
5% to 7%, protecting educational entities with less than 4% reductions and eliminating
more than 600 positions. In addition, Gov. Perdues budget ensures North Carolinas
financial security by earmarking $101.5 million to replenish the states Rainy Day
Fund. By enacting the governors proposed cuts, the state expects to end 2010 with a
general fund balance of $94 million. |
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In a March, 2010 rating update, Moodys Investors Service lauded the states history of
strong financial management, strong population growth and diverse economy, while
acknowledging the challenges posed by a slowing economy and job losses that exceed the
national average. |
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The states unemployment rate for January, 2010 was 11.1%, 1.4% above the national
average of 9.7%. Total employment in North Carolina declined 5.3% in 2009 vs. the
national average decline of 4.1%. |
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North Carolinas general obligation debt carries Aaa/AAA ratings from Moodys, Standard
and Poors, and Fitch. These ratings reflect the states credit quality only and do not
indicate the creditworthiness of other tax-exempt securities in which the Fund may
invest. Furthermore, it cannot be assumed that the state will maintain its current
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The Commonwealth of Virginias economy and employment have grown at a pace exceeding
the nation in most years. However like most states, Virginia has recently been affected
by the national recession causing employment to decrease by 2.4% in 2009 compared to the
national decline of 4.3%. Additionally, the States unemployment rate of 6.7% for
December 2009 was below the national rate of 9.3%. Despite these declines, Virginia
continues to benefit from a diverse economy, higher than average governmental employment
and defense related spending. This is especially true for the Northern Virginia suburbs
of Washington DC and in the Hampton Roads region, an area with significant military
installations. Personal income remains the highest in the southeast and, at 108% of
national averages, Virginia ranked 8th out of the states in 2008, according to Moodys. |
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For Fiscal Year 2009, Virginias general fund revenue declined by 9.2%, compared to a
1.4% increase during Fiscal 2008. Revenue forecasts are slightly above projections for
Fiscal Year 2010, but still project to a 2.0% decline for the year. To combat these
revenue declines, the state has eliminated previously budgeted pay increases, reduced
pension contributions, drawn on the Revenue Stabilization Fund, and adjusted state agency
budgets lower. Additionally, the Governor and legislature continue to take proactive
measures by passing a budget that lowers state spending over the biennial period
2011-2012. |
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Virginia has, historically, maintained low debt ratios, however, the minimal issuance of
general obligation debt has been offset by significant growth in appropriation backed
debt issued by various state authorities. Moodys calculates Virginias net tax supported
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among states. Comparing debt per capita to personal income, Virginias debt was 1.9%
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All three major debt rating agencies rate Virginias general obligation bonds AAA and
Moodys cites its conservative fiscal management, diverse economy and low debt burden as
strengths. This rating applies only to the States direct debt and may not be indicative
of the rating on other securities that the Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund may
invest in. There is no assurance that the State will maintain its current debt profile or
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Non-Publicly Traded Securities; Rule 144A Securities. The Funds may purchase securities that are
not registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the 1933 Act), but that can be sold
to qualified institutional buyers in accordance with Rule 144A under the 1933 Act (Rule 144A
Securities). An investment in Rule 144A Securities will be considered illiquid and therefore
subject to a Funds limitation on the purchase of illiquid securities (usually 15% of a funds net
assets, 5% for the Money Market Funds), unless a Funds governing Board of Trustees determines on
an ongoing basis that an adequate trading market exists for the security. In addition to an
adequate trading market, the Board of Trustees will also consider factors such as trading activity,
availability of reliable price information and other relevant information in determining whether a
Rule 144A Security is liquid. This investment practice could have the effect of increasing the
level of illiquidity in a Fund to the extent that qualified institutional buyers become
uninterested for a time in purchasing Rule 144A Securities. The Board of Trustees will carefully
monitor any investments by a Fund in Rule 144A Securities. The Board of Trustees may adopt
guidelines and delegate to the Subadvisers the daily function of determining and monitoring the
liquidity of Rule 144A Securities, although the Board of Trustees will retain ultimate
responsibility for any determination regarding liquidity.
Non-publicly traded securities (including Rule 144A Securities) may involve a high degree of
business and financial risk and may result in substantial losses. These securities may be less
liquid than publicly traded securities, and a Fund may take longer to liquidate these positions
than would be the case for publicly traded securities. Although these securities may be resold in
privately negotiated transactions, the prices realized on such sales could be less than those
originally paid by a Fund. Further, companies whose securities are not publicly traded may not be
subject to the disclosure and other investor protection requirements applicable to companies whose
securities are publicly traded. A Funds investments in illiquid securities are subject to the risk
that should a Fund desire to sell any of these securities when a ready buyer is not available at a
price that is deemed to be representative of their value, the value of the Funds net assets could
be adversely affected.
Options. A Fund may purchase and write put and call options on securities or securities indices
(traded on U.S. exchanges or over-the-counter markets) and enter into related closing transactions.
A put option on a security gives the purchaser of the option the right to sell, and the writer of
the option the obligation to buy, the underlying security at any time during the option period. A
call option on a security gives the purchaser of the option the right to buy, and the writer of the
option the obligation to sell, the underlying security at any time during the option period. The
premium paid to the writer is the consideration for undertaking the obligations under the option
contract.
Put and call options on indices are similar to options on securities except that options on an
index give the holder the right to receive, upon exercise of the option, an amount of cash if the
closing level of the underlying index is greater than (or less than, in the case of puts) the
exercise price of the option. This amount of cash is equal to the difference between the closing
price of the index and the exercise price of the option, expressed in dollars multiplied by a
specified number. Thus, unlike options on individual securities, all settlements are in cash, and
gain or loss depends on price movements in the particular market represented by the index
generally, rather than the price movements in individual securities.
The initial purchase (sale) of an option contract is an opening transaction. In order to close
out an option position, a Fund may enter into a closing transaction, which is simply the sale
(purchase) of an option contract on the same security with the same exercise price and expiration
date as the option contract originally opened. If a Fund is unable to effect a closing purchase
transaction with respect to an option it has written, it will not be able to sell the underlying
security until the option expires or the Fund delivers the security upon exercise.
A Fund may purchase and write options on an exchange or over-the-counter. Over-the-counter options
(OTC options) differ from exchange-traded options in several respects. They are transacted
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clearing corporation, and therefore entail the risk of non-performance by the dealer. OTC options
are available for a greater variety of securities and for a wider range of expiration dates and
exercise prices than are available for exchange-traded options. Because OTC options are not traded
on an exchange, pricing is done normally by reference to information from a market maker. It is the
SECs position that OTC options are generally illiquid.
The market value of an option generally reflects the market price of an underlying security. Other
principal factors affecting market value include supply and demand, interest rates, the pricing
volatility of the underlying security and the time remaining until the expiration date.
A Fund must cover all options it purchases or writes. For example, when a Fund writes an option on
a security, index or foreign currency, it will segregate or earmark liquid assets with the Funds
custodian in an amount at least equal to the market value of the option and will maintain such
coverage while the option is open. A Fund may otherwise cover the transaction by means of an
offsetting transaction or other means permitted by the 1940 Act or the rules and SEC
interpretations thereunder.
A Fund may trade put and call options on securities, securities indices or currencies, as its
Subadviser determines is appropriate in seeking the Funds investment objective. For example, a
Fund may purchase put and call options on securities or indices to protect against a decline in the
market value of the securities in its portfolio or to anticipate an increase in the market value of
securities that the Fund may seek to purchase in the future. A Fund purchasing put and call options
pays a premium therefor. If price movements in the underlying securities are such that exercise of
the options would not be profitable for a Fund, loss of the premium paid may be offset by an
increase in the value of the Funds securities or by a decrease in the cost of acquisition of
securities by the Fund.
In another instance, a Fund may write covered call options on securities as a means of increasing
the yield on its assets and as a means of providing limited protection against decreases in its
market value. When a Fund writes an option, if the underlying securities do not increase or
decrease to a price level that would make the exercise of the option profitable to the holder
thereof, the option generally will expire without being exercised and the Fund will realize as
profit the premium received for such option. When a call option written by a Fund is exercised, the
Fund will be required to sell the underlying securities to the option holder at the strike price,
and will not participate in any increase in the price of such securities above the strike price.
When a put option written by a Fund is exercised, the Fund will be required to purchase the
underlying securities at a price in excess of the market value of such securities.
There are significant risks associated with a Funds use of options, including the following: (1)
the success of a hedging strategy may depend on the Subadvisers ability to predict movements in
the prices of individual securities, fluctuations in markets and movements in interest rates; (2)
there may be an imperfect or no correlation between the movement in prices of options held by the
Fund and the securities underlying them; (3) there may not be a liquid secondary market for
options; and (4) while a Fund will receive a premium when it writes covered call options, it may
not participate fully in a rise in the market value of the underlying security.
Other Investments. The Funds are not prohibited from investing in bank obligations issued by
clients of the Funds administrator or distributor or their respective parent or affiliated
companies. The purchase of Fund shares by these banks or their customers will not be a
consideration in deciding which bank obligations the Funds will purchase. The Funds will not
purchase obligations issued by the Adviser or any of the Funds Subadvisers.
Pay-In-Kind Securities. Pay-In-Kind securities are debt obligations or preferred stock that pay
interest or dividends in the form of additional debt obligations or preferred stock.
Preferred Stock. Preferred stock is a corporate equity security that pays a fixed or variable
stream of dividends. Preferred stock is generally a non-voting security.
Real Estate Investment Trusts. A REIT is a corporation or business trust (that would otherwise be
taxed as a corporation) which meets the definitional requirements of the Internal Revenue Code. The
Code permits a qualifying REIT to deduct from taxable income the dividends paid, thereby
effectively eliminating corporate level federal income tax and making the REIT a pass-through
vehicle for federal income tax purposes. A REIT primarily invests in real estate
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and real estate mortgages. If a corporation, trust or association meets the REIT requirements, it
will be taxed only on its undistributed income and capital gains.
REITs are sometimes informally characterized as Equity REITs and Mortgage REITs. An Equity REIT
invests primarily in the fee ownership or leasehold ownership of land and buildings; a Mortgage
REIT invests primarily in mortgages on real property, which may secure construction, development or
long-term loans.
REITs in which a Fund invests may be affected by changes in underlying real estate values, which
may have an exaggerated effect to the extent that REITs in which a Fund invests may concentrate
investments in particular geographic regions or property types. Additionally, rising interest rates
may cause investors in REITs to demand a higher annual yield from future distributions, which may
in turn decrease market prices for equity securities issued by REITs. Rising interest rates also
generally increase the costs of obtaining financing, which could cause the value of the Funds
investments to decline. During periods of declining interest rates, certain Mortgage REITs may hold
mortgages that the mortgagors elect to prepay, which prepayment may diminish the yield on
securities issued by such Mortgage REITs. In addition, Mortgage REITs may be affected by the
ability of borrowers to repay when due the debt extended by the REIT and Equity REITs may be
affected by the ability of tenants to pay rent.
Certain REITs have relatively small market capitalization, which may tend to increase the
volatility of the market price of securities issued by such REITs. Furthermore, REITs are dependent
upon specialized management skills, have limited diversification and are, therefore, subject to
risks inherent in operating and financing a limited number of projects. By investing in REITs
indirectly through the Fund, a shareholder will bear not only his proportionate share of the
expenses of the Fund, but also, indirectly, similar expenses of the REITs. REITs depend generally
on their ability to generate cash flow to make distributions to shareholders.
In addition to these risks, Equity REITs may be affected by changes in the value of the underlying
property owned by the trusts, while Mortgage REITs may be affected by the quality of any credit
extended. Further, Equity and Mortgage REITs are dependent upon management skills and generally may
not be diversified. Equity and Mortgage REITs are also subject to heavy cash flow dependency
defaults by borrowers and self-liquidation. In addition, Equity and Mortgage REITs could possibly
fail to qualify for tax free pass-through of income under the Code or to maintain their exemptions
from registration under the 1940 Act. The above factors may also adversely affect a borrowers or a
lessees ability to meet its obligations to the REIT. In the event of default by a borrower or
lessee, the REIT may experience delays in enforcing its rights as a lender or lessor and may incur
substantial costs associated with protecting its investments.
Real Estate Securities. A Fund may be subject to the risks associated with the direct ownership of
real estate because of its policy of concentration in the securities of companies principally
engaged in the real estate industry. For example, real estate values may fluctuate as a result of
general and local economic conditions, overbuilding and increased competition, increases in
property taxes and operating expenses, demographic trends and variations in rental income, changes
in zoning laws, casualty or condemnation losses, regulatory limitations on rents, changes in
neighborhood values, related party risks, changes in how appealing properties are to tenants,
changes in interest rates and other real estate capital market influences. The value of securities
of companies which service the real estate business sector may also be affected by such risks.
Repurchase Agreements. A Fund may enter into repurchase agreements with financial institutions. The
Funds each follow certain procedures designed to minimize the risks inherent in such agreements.
These procedures include effecting repurchase transactions only with creditworthy financial
institutions whose condition will be continually monitored by the Subadviser. The repurchase
agreements entered into by a Fund will provide that the underlying collateral at all times shall
have a value at least equal to 102% of the resale price stated in the agreement. Under all
repurchase agreements entered into by a Fund, the custodian or its agent must take possession of
the underlying collateral. In the event of a default or bankruptcy by a selling financial
institution, a Fund will seek to liquidate such collateral. However, the exercising of each Funds
right to liquidate such collateral could involve certain costs or delays and, to the extent that
proceeds from any sale upon a default of the obligation to repurchase were less than the repurchase
price, the Fund could suffer a loss. It is the current policy of each of the Funds not to invest in
repurchase agreements that do not mature within seven days if any such investment, together with
any other illiquid assets held
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by that Fund, amounts to more than 15% of the Funds net assets (5% of the Money Market Funds). The
investments of each of the Funds in repurchase agreements, at times, may be substantial when, in
the view of the Subadviser, liquidity or other considerations so warrant.
Resource Recovery Bonds. Resource recovery bonds are a type of revenue bond issued to build
facilities such as solid waste incinerators or waste-to-energy plants. Typically, a private
corporation will be involved, at least during the construction phase, and the revenue stream will
be secured by fees or rents paid by municipalities for use of the facilities. The viability of a
resource recovery project, environmental protection regulations, and project operator tax
incentives may affect the value and credit quality of resource recovery bonds.
Reverse Repurchase Agreements. A reverse repurchase agreement is a contract under which a Fund
sells a security for cash for a relatively short period (usually not more than one week) subject to
the obligation of the Fund to repurchase such security at a fixed time and price (representing the
sellers cost plus interest). Reverse repurchase agreements involve the risk that the market value
of the securities a Fund is obligated to repurchase under the agreement may decline below the
repurchase price. In the event the buyer of securities under a reverse repurchase agreement files
for bankruptcy or becomes insolvent, a Funds use of proceeds of the agreement may be restricted
pending a determination by the other party, or its trustee or receiver, whether to enforce the
Funds obligation to repurchase the securities. In addition, reverse repurchase agreements are
techniques involving leverage, and are subject to asset coverage requirements. To avoid any
leveraging concerns, the Fund will segregate or earmark liquid assets with the Funds custodian in
an amount sufficient to cover its repurchase obligations.
Revolving Credit Facilities (Revolvers). Revolvers are borrowing arrangements in which the
lender agrees to make loans up to a maximum amount upon demand by the borrower during a specified
term. As the borrower repays the loan, an amount equal to the repayment may be borrowed again
during the term of the Revolver and usually provides for floating or variable rates of interest.
These commitments may have the effect of requiring a Fund to increase its investment in a company
at a time when it might not otherwise decide to do so (including at a time when the companys
financial condition makes it unlikely that such amounts will be repaid). To avoid any leveraging
concerns, a Fund will segregate or earmark liquid assets with the Funds custodian in an amount
sufficient to cover its obligations to fund Revolvers.
A Fund may invest in Revolvers with credit quality comparable to that of issuers of its other
investments. Revolvers may be subject to restrictions on transfer, and only limited opportunities
may exist to resell such instruments. As a result, a Fund may be unable to sell such investments at
an opportune time or may have to resell them at less than fair market value. Each Fund currently
intends to treat Revolvers for which there is no readily available market as illiquid for purposes
of that Funds limitation on illiquid investments.
Securities Lending. Each Fund may lend portfolio securities to brokers, dealers and other financial
organizations that meet capital and other credit requirements or other criteria established by the
Funds Board. These loans, if and when made, may not exceed 33 1/3% of the total asset value of the
Fund (including the loan collateral). No Fund will lend portfolio securities to its investment
adviser, subadviser or their affiliates unless it has applied for and received specific authority
to do so from the SEC. Loans of portfolio securities will be fully collateralized by cash, letters
of credit or U.S. government securities, and the collateral will be maintained in an amount equal
to at least 100% of the current market value of the loaned securities by marking to market daily.
Any gain or loss in the market price of the securities loaned that may occur during the term of the
loan would be for the account of the Fund. A Fund may pay a portion of the interest earned from the
investment of collateral or other fee, to an unaffiliated third party for acting as the Funds
securities lending agent.
By lending its securities, a Fund may increase its income by receiving payments from the borrower
that reflect the amount of any interest or any dividends payable on the loaned securities as well
as by either investing cash collateral received from the borrower in short-term instruments or
obtaining a fee from the borrower when U.S. government securities or letters of credit are used as
collateral. Each Fund will adhere to the following conditions whenever its portfolio securities are
loaned: (i) the Fund must receive from the borrower at least 100% cash collateral or equivalent
securities of the type discussed in the preceding; (ii) the borrower must increase such collateral
whenever the market value of the securities increases above the level of such collateral; (iii) the
Fund must be able to terminate the loan on demand; (iv) the Fund must receive reasonable interest
on the loan, as well as any dividends, interest, or other
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distributions on the loaned securities and any increase in market value; (v) the Fund may pay only
reasonable fees in connection with the loan (which fees may include fees payable to the lending
agent, the borrower, the Funds administrator and the Funds custodian); and (vi) voting rights on
the loaned securities may pass to the borrower, provided, however, that in the event where a matter
is presented for a vote on an issuers proxy which would have a material effect on a Fund or its
investment, the Fund must attempt to terminate the loan and regain the right to vote the
securities. Please refer to Appendix B-1: Proxy Voting Policy: Securities Lending Program for
additional information with respect to the Funds policies for what constitutes a material effect
with respect to the practice of recalling securities on loan for the sole purpose of voting proxies
for such securities. There is a risk that the Fund may not be able to recall the security in
sufficient time to vote on material proxy matters; however, the Fund will make a best faith effort
where it has been determined that the outcome of such vote would have a material effect on a Fund
or its investment. In addition, as a general practice, the Funds will not recall loans solely to
receive income payments. See Taxes section of this SAI for information on the security lending
programs impact on treatment of income which could increase a Funds tax obligation which is
subsequently passed on to its shareholders.
Any securities lending activity in which a Fund may engage will be undertaken pursuant to Board
approved procedures reasonably designed to ensure that the foregoing criteria will be met. Loan
agreements involve certain risks in the event of default or insolvency of the borrower, including
possible delays or restrictions upon a Funds ability to recover the loaned securities or dispose
of the collateral for the loan, which could give rise to loss because of adverse market action,
expenses and/or delays in connection with the disposition of the underlying securities.
Senior Loans
Structure of Senior Loans. A senior floating rate loan (Senior Loan) is typically originated,
negotiated and structured by a U.S. or foreign commercial bank, insurance company, finance company
or other financial institution (the Agent) for a group of loan investors (Loan Investors). The
Agent typically administers and enforces the Senior Loan on behalf of the other Loan Investors in
the syndicate. In addition, an institution, typically but not always the Agent, holds any
collateral on behalf of the Loan Investors.
Senior Loans primarily include senior floating rate loans and secondarily senior fixed rate loans,
and interests therein. Loan interests primarily take the form of assignments purchased in the
primary or secondary market. Loan interests may also take the form of participation interests in a
Senior Loan. Such loan interests may be acquired from U.S. or foreign commercial banks, insurance
companies, finance companies or other financial institutions who have made loans or are Loan
Investors or from other investors in loan interests.
A Fund typically purchases Assignments from the Agent or other Loan Investors. The purchaser of
an Assignment typically succeeds to all the rights and obligations under the Loan Agreement of the
assigning Loan Investor and becomes a Loan Investor under the Loan Agreement with the same rights
and obligations as the assigning Loan Investor. Assignments may, however, be arranged through
private negotiations between potential assignees and potential assignors, and the rights and
obligations acquired by the purchaser of an Assignment may differ from, and be more limited than,
those held by the assigning Loan Investor. A Fund may invest up to 10% of its total assets in
Participations. Participations by a Fund in a Loan Investors portion of a Senior Loan typically
will result in a Fund having a contractual relationship only with such Loan Investor, not with the
borrower. As a result, a Fund may have the right to receive payments of principal, interest and
any fees to which it is entitled only from the Loan Investor selling the Participation and only
upon receipt by such Loan Investor of such payments from the borrower. In connection with
purchasing Participations, a Fund generally will have no right to enforce compliance by the
borrower with the terms of the Loan Agreement, nor any rights with respect to any funds acquired by
other Loan Investors through set-off against the borrower and a Fund may not directly benefit from
the collateral supporting the Senior Loan in which it has purchased the Participation. As a
result, a Fund may assume the credit risk of both the borrower and the Loan Investor selling the
Participation. In the event of the insolvency of the Loan Investor selling a participation, a Fund
may be treated as a general creditor of such Loan Investor. The selling Loan Investors with
respect to such Participations will likely conduct their principal business activities in the
banking, finance and financial services industries. Persons engaged in such industries may be more
susceptible to, among other things, fluctuations in interest rates, changes in the Federal Open
Market Committees monetary policy, governmental regulations concerning such industries and capital
raising activities generally, and fluctuations in the financial markets generally.
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Loan Participations. Loan participations are interests in loans to U.S. corporations, which loans
are administered by the lending bank or agent for a syndicate of lending banks. In a loan
participation, the borrower corporation is the underlying issuer of the loan, but a Fund derives
its rights in the loan participation from the intermediary bank. Because the intermediary bank does
not guarantee a loan participation, a loan participation is subject to the credit risks associated
with the underlying corporate borrower.
In the event of bankruptcy or insolvency of the corporate borrower, a loan participation may be
subject to certain defenses that can be asserted by the borrower as a result of improper conduct by
the intermediary bank. In addition, in the event the underlying corporate borrower fails to pay
principal and interest when due, a Fund may be subject to delays, expenses, and risks that are
greater than those that would have been involved if a Fund had purchased a direct obligation of the
borrower. Under the terms of a Loan Participation, a Fund may be regarded as a creditor of the
intermediary bank (rather than of the underlying corporate borrower), so that a Fund may also be
subject to the risk that the intermediary bank may become insolvent.
The secondary market for loan participations is limited and any such participation purchased by a
Fund may be regarded as illiquid.
Loan Collateral. In order to borrow money pursuant to a Senior Loan, a borrower will frequently,
for the term of the Senior Loan, pledge collateral, including but not limited to, (i) working
capital assets, such as accounts receivable and inventory; (ii) tangible fixed assets, such as real
property, buildings and equipment; (iii) intangible assets, such as trademarks and patent rights
(but excluding goodwill); and/or (iv) security interests in shares of stock of subsidiaries or
affiliates. In the case of Senior Loans made to non-public companies, the companys shareholders
or owners may provide collateral in the form of secured guarantees and/or security interests in
assets that they own. In many instances, a Senior Loan may be secured only by stock in the borrower
or its subsidiaries. Collateral may consist of assets that may not be readily liquidated, and there
is no assurance that the liquidation of such assets would satisfy a borrowers obligations under a
Senior Loan.
Certain Fees Paid to a Fund. In the process of buying, selling and holding Senior Loans, a Fund
may receive and/or pay certain fees. These fees are in addition to interest payments received and
may include facility fees, commitment fees, commissions and prepayment penalty fees. When a Fund
buys a Senior Loan it may receive a facility fee and when it sells a Senior Loan it may pay a
facility fee. On an ongoing basis, a Fund may receive a commitment fee based on the undrawn portion
of the underlying line of credit portion of a Senior Loan. In certain circumstances, a Fund may
receive a prepayment penalty fee upon the prepayment of a Senior Loan by a borrower. Other fees
received by a Fund may include amendment fees.
Borrower Covenants. A borrower must comply with various restrictive covenants contained in a loan
agreement or note purchase agreement between the borrower and the holders of the Senior Loan (the
Loan Agreement). Such covenants, in addition to requiring the scheduled payment of interest and
principal, may include restrictions on dividend payments and other distributions to stockholders,
provisions requiring the borrower to maintain specific minimum financial ratios, and limits on
total debt. In addition, the Loan Agreement may contain a covenant requiring the borrower to prepay
the Loan with all or a portion of any free cash flow. Free cash flow is generally defined as net
cash flow after scheduled debt service payments and permitted capital expenditures, and includes
the proceeds from asset dispositions or sales of securities. A breach of a covenant which is not
waived by the Agent, or by the Loan Investors directly, as the case may be, is normally an event of
acceleration; i.e., the Agent, or the Loan Investors directly, as the case may be, has the right to
call the outstanding Senior Loan. The typical practice of an Agent or a Loan Investor in relying
exclusively or primarily on reports from the borrower may involve a risk of fraud by the borrower.
In the case of a Senior Loan in the form of a Participation, the agreement between the buyer and
seller may limit the rights of the holder to vote on certain changes which may be made to the Loan
Agreement, such as loosening a covenant. However, the holder of the Participation will, in almost
all cases, have the right to vote on or direct the seller of the Participation to vote on certain
fundamental issues such as changes in principal amount, payment dates and interest rate.
Administration of Loans. In a typical Senior Loan, the Agent administers the terms of the Loan
Agreement. In such cases, the Agent is normally responsible for the collection of principal and
interest payments from the borrower and the apportionment of these payments to the credit of all
institutions which are parties to the Loan Agreement. A Fund will generally rely upon the Agent or
an intermediate participant to receive and forward to a Fund its portion of the
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principal and interest payments on the Senior Loan. Furthermore, unless under the terms of a
Participation Agreement a Fund has direct recourse against the borrower, a Fund will rely on the
Agent and the other Loan Investors to use appropriate credit remedies against the borrower. The
Agent is typically responsible for monitoring compliance with covenants contained in the Loan
Agreement based upon reports prepared by the borrower. The Agent of the Senior Loan usually does,
but is often not obligated to, notify holders of Senior Loans of any failures of compliance. The
Agent may monitor the value of the collateral and, if the value of the collateral declines, may
accelerate the Senior Loan, may give the borrower an opportunity to provide additional collateral
or may seek other protection for the benefit of the holders of the Senior Loan. The Agent is
compensated by the borrower for providing these services under a Loan Agreement, and such
compensation may include special fees paid upon structuring and funding the Senior Loan and other
fees paid on a continuing basis. With respect to Senior Loans for which the Agent does not perform
such administrative and enforcement functions, a Fund will perform such tasks on its own behalf,
although a collateral bank will typically hold any collateral on behalf of a Fund and the other
Loan Investors pursuant to the applicable Loan Agreement.
A financial institutions appointment as Agent may be terminated in the event that it fails to
observe the requisite standard of care or becomes insolvent, enters Federal Deposit Insurance
Corporation (FDIC) receivership, or, if not FDIC insured, enters into bankruptcy proceedings. A
successor Agent would generally be appointed to replace the terminated Agent, and assets held by
the Agent under the Loan Agreement should remain available to holders of Senior Loans. However, if
assets held by the Agent for the benefit of a Fund were determined to be subject to the claims of
the Agents general creditors, a Fund might incur certain costs and delays in realizing payment on
a Senior Loan, or suffer a loss of principal and/or interest. In situations involving intermediate
participants similar risks may arise.
Prepayments. Senior Loans can require, in addition to scheduled payments of interest and
principal, the prepayment of the Senior Loan from free cash flow, as defined above. The degree to
which borrowers prepay Senior Loans, whether as a contractual requirement or at their election, may
be affected by general business conditions, the financial condition of the borrower and competitive
conditions among Loan Investors, among others. As such, prepayments cannot be predicted with
accuracy. Upon a prepayment, either in part or in full, the actual outstanding debt on which a
Fund derives interest income will be reduced. However, a Fund may receive both a prepayment
penalty fee from the prepaying borrower and a facility fee upon the purchase of a new Senior Loan
with the proceeds from the prepayment of the former. Prepayments generally will not materially
affect a Funds performance because a Fund should be able to reinvest prepayments in other Senior
Loans that have similar yields (subject to market conditions) and because receipt of such fees may
mitigate any adverse impact on a Funds yield.
Other Information Regarding Senior Loans. From time to time a Subadviser and its affiliates may
borrow money from various banks in connection with their business activities. Such banks may also
sell interests in Senior Loans to or acquire them from a Fund or may be intermediate participants
with respect to Senior Loans in which a Fund owns interests. Such banks may also act as Agents for
Senior Loans held by a Fund.
A Fund may purchase and retain in its portfolio a Senior Loan where the borrower has experienced,
or may be perceived to be likely to experience, credit problems, including involvement in or recent
emergence from bankruptcy reorganization proceedings or other forms of debt restructuring. Such
investments may provide opportunities for enhanced income as well as capital appreciation. At
times, in connection with the restructuring of a Senior Loan either outside of bankruptcy court or
in the context of bankruptcy court proceedings, a Fund may determine or be required to accept
equity securities or junior debt securities in exchange for all or a portion of a Senior Loan. As
soon as reasonably practical, a Fund will divest itself of any equity securities or any junior debt
securities received if it is determined that the security is an ineligible holding for a Fund. As
a matter of policy, a Fund will not consider equity securities to be eligible holdings.
A Fund may acquire interests in Senior Loans which are designed to provide temporary or bridge
financing to a borrower pending the sale of identified assets or the arrangement of longer-term
loans or the issuance and sale of debt obligations. Bridge loans are often unrated. A Fund may
also invest in Senior Loans of borrowers that have obtained bridge loans from other parties. A
borrowers use of bridge loans involves a risk that the borrower may be unable to locate permanent
financing to replace the bridge loan, which may impair the borrowers perceived creditworthiness.
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A Fund will be subject to the risk that collateral securing a loan will decline in value or have no
value. Such a decline, whether as a result of bankruptcy proceedings or otherwise, could cause the
Senior Loan to be undercollateralized or unsecured. In most credit agreements there is no formal
requirement to pledge additional collateral. In addition, a Fund may invest in Senior Loans
guaranteed by, or secured by assets of, shareholders or owners, even if the Senior Loans are not
otherwise collateralized by assets of the borrower; provided, however, that such guarantees are
fully secured. There may be temporary periods when the principal asset held by a borrower is the
stock of a related company, which may not legally be pledged to secure a Senior Loan. On occasions
when such stock cannot be pledged, the Senior Loan will be temporarily unsecured until the stock
can be pledged or is exchanged for or replaced by other assets, which will be pledged as security
for the Senior Loan.
If a borrower becomes involved in bankruptcy proceedings, a court may invalidate a Funds security
interest in the loan collateral or subordinate a Funds rights under the Senior Loan to the
interests of the borrowers unsecured creditors or cause interest previously paid to be refunded to
the borrower. If a court required interest to be refunded, it could negatively affect a Funds
performance. Such action by a court could be based, for example, on a fraudulent conveyance
claim to the effect that the borrower did not receive fair consideration for granting the security
interest in the loan collateral to a Fund or a preference claim that a pre-petition creditor
received a greater recovery on an existing debt than it would have in a liquidation situation. For
Senior Loans made in connection with a highly leveraged transaction, consideration for granting a
security interest may be deemed inadequate if the proceeds of the Loan were not received or
retained by the borrower, but were instead paid to other persons (such as shareholders of the
borrower) in an amount which left the borrower insolvent or without sufficient working capital.
There are also other events, such as the failure to perfect a security interest due to faulty
documentation or faulty official filings, which could lead to the invalidation of a Funds security
interest in loan collateral. If a Funds security interest in loan collateral is invalidated or
the Senior Loan is subordinated to other debt of a borrower in bankruptcy or other proceedings, a
Fund would have substantially lower recovery, and perhaps no recovery on the full amount of the
principal and interest due on the Loan, or a Fund could also have to refund interest (see the
prospectus for additional information).
A Fund may acquire warrants and other equity securities as part of a unit combining a Senior Loan
and equity securities of a borrower or its affiliates. The acquisition of such equity securities
will only be incidental to a Funds purchase of a Senior Loan. A Fund may also acquire equity
securities or debt securities (including non-dollar denominated debt securities) issued in exchange
for a Senior Loan or issued in connection with the debt restructuring or reorganization of a
borrower, or if such acquisition, in the judgment of the Subadviser, may enhance the value of a
Senior Loan or would otherwise be consistent with a Funds investment policies.
Regulatory Changes. To the extent that legislation or state or federal regulators that regulate
certain financial institutions impose additional requirements or restrictions with respect to the
ability of such institutions to make loans, particularly in connection with highly leveraged
transactions, the availability of Senior Loans for investment may be adversely affected. Further,
such legislation or regulation could depress the market value of Senior Loans.
Short Sales. A Fund may engage in short sales that are either uncovered or against the box. A
short sale is against the box if at all times during which the short position is open, a Fund
owns at least an equal amount of the securities or securities convertible into, or exchangeable
without further consideration for, securities of the same issue as the securities that are sold
short. A short sale against-the-box is a taxable transaction to a Fund with respect to the
securities that are sold short.
Uncovered short sales are transactions under which a Fund sells a security it does not own. To
complete such a transaction, a Fund must borrow the security to make delivery to the buyer. A Fund
then is obligated to replace the security borrowed by purchasing the security at the market price
at the time of the replacement. The price at such time may be more or less than the price at which
the security was sold by a Fund. Until the security is replaced, a Fund is required to pay the
lender amounts equal to any dividends or interest that accrue during the period of the loan. To
borrow the security, a Fund is required to pay a premium or daily interest, which will increase the
total cost of the security sold. The proceeds of the short sale will be retained by the broker, to
the extent necessary to meet margin requirements, until the short position is closed out.
Until a Fund closes its short position or replaces the borrowed security, a Fund will: (a) earmark
or maintain in a segregated account cash or liquid securities at such a level that (i) the amount
earmarked or deposited in the account
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plus the amount deposited with the broker as collateral will equal the current value of the
security sold short; and (ii) the amount earmarked or deposited in the segregated account plus the
amount deposited with the broker as collateral will not be less than the current market value of
the security sold short, or (b) otherwise cover a Funds short positions. Uncovered short sales
incur a higher level of risk because to cover the short sale, the security may have to be purchased
in the open market at a much higher price.
Short-Term Obligations. Short-term obligations are debt obligations maturing (becoming payable) in
397 days or less, including commercial paper and short-term corporate obligations. Short-term
corporate obligations are short-term obligations issued by corporations.
Standby Commitments and Puts. A Fund may purchase securities at a price which would result in a
yield to maturity lower than that generally offered by the seller at the time of purchase when the
Fund can simultaneously acquire the right to sell the securities back to the seller, the issuer or
a third-party (the writer) at an agreed-upon price at any time during a stated period or on a
certain date. Such a right is generally denoted as a standby commitment or a put. The purpose
of engaging in transactions involving puts is to maintain flexibility and liquidity to permit a
Fund to meet redemptions and remain as fully invested as possible in municipal securities. The
Funds reserve the right to engage in put transactions. The right to put the securities depends on
the writers ability to pay for the securities at the time the put is exercised. A Fund would limit
its put transactions to institutions which the Subadviser believes present minimal credit risks,
and the Subadviser would use its best efforts to initially determine and continue to monitor the
financial strength of the sellers of the options by evaluating their financial statements and such
other information as is available in the marketplace. It may, however be difficult to monitor the
financial strength of the writers because adequate current financial information may not be
available. In the event that any writer is unable to honor a put for financial reasons, a Fund
would be a general creditor (i.e., on a parity with all other general unsecured creditors) of the
writer. Furthermore, particular provisions of the contract between a Fund and the writer may excuse
the writer from repurchasing the securities; for example, a change in the published rating of the
underlying securities or any similar event that has an adverse effect on the issuers credit or a
provision in the contract that the put will not be exercised except in certain special cases, for
example, to maintain portfolio liquidity. A Fund could, however, at any time sell the underlying
portfolio security in the open market or wait until the portfolio security matures, at which time
it should realize the full par value of the security.
The securities purchased subject to a put may be sold to third persons at any time, even though the
put is outstanding, but the put itself, unless it is an integral part of the security as originally
issued, may not be marketable or otherwise assignable. Therefore, the put would have value only to
a Fund. Sale of the securities to third parties or lapse of time with the put unexercised may
terminate the right to put the securities. Prior to the expiration of any put option, a Fund could
seek to negotiate terms for the extension of such an option. If such a renewal cannot be negotiated
on terms satisfactory to a Fund, the Fund could, of course, sell the portfolio security. The
maturity of the underlying security will generally be different from that of the put. There will be
no limit to the percentage of portfolio securities that a Fund may purchase subject to a standby
commitment or put, but the amount paid directly or indirectly for all standby commitments or puts
which are not integral parts of the security as originally issued held in a Fund will not exceed
one-half of 1% of the value of the total assets of such Fund calculated immediately after any such
put is acquired.
STRIPS. Separately Traded Interest and Principal Securities (STRIPS) are component parts of U.S.
Treasury securities traded through the federal book-entry system. A Subadviser will only purchase
STRIPS that it determines are liquid or, if illiquid, do not violate the affected Funds investment
policy concerning investments in illiquid securities. Consistent with Rule 2a-7 under the 1940 Act,
the Subadviser will only purchase, for Money Market Funds, STRIPS that have a remaining maturity of
397 days or less; therefore, the Money Market Funds currently may only purchase interest component
parts of U.S. Treasury securities. While there is no limitation on the percentage of a Funds
assets that may be comprised of STRIPS, the Subadviser will monitor the level of such holdings to
avoid the risk of impairing shareholders redemption rights and of deviations in the value of
shares of the Money Market Funds.
Structured Investments. Structured Investments are derivatives in the form of a unit or units
representing an undivided interest(s) in assets held in a trust that is not an investment company
as defined in the 1940 Act. A trust unit pays a return based on the total return of securities and
other investments held by the trust and the trust may enter into one or more swaps to achieve its
objective. For example, a trust may purchase a basket of securities and agree to exchange the
return generated by those securities for the return generated by another basket or index of
securities. A
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Fund will purchase structured investments in trusts that engage in such swaps only where the
counterparties are approved by the Subadviser in accordance with credit-risk guidelines established
by the Board of Trustees.
Structured Notes. Structured Notes are derivatives where the amount of principal repayment and or
interest payments is based upon the movement of one or more factors. These factors include, but are
not limited to, currency exchange rates, interest rates (such as the prime lending rate and LIBOR)
and stock indices such as the S&P 500® Index. In some cases, the impact of the movements
of these factors may increase or decrease through the use of multipliers or deflators. The use of
structured notes allows the Fund to tailor its investments to the specific risks and returns the
Subadviser wishes to accept while avoiding or reducing certain other risks.
Supranational Agency Obligations. Supranational Agency Obligations are obligations of supranational
entities established through the joint participation of several governments, including the Asian
Development Bank, Inter-American Development Bank, International Bank for Reconstruction and
Development (also known as the World Bank), African Development Bank, European Union, European
Investment Bank, and the Nordic Investment Bank.
Swap Agreements. A Fund may enter into swap agreements for purposes of attempting to gain exposure
to the securities making up an index without actually purchasing those instruments, to hedge a
position or to gain exposure to a particular instrument or currency. Swap agreements are two-party
contracts entered into primarily by institutional investors for periods ranging from a day to more
than one-year. In a standard swap transaction, two parties agree to exchange the returns (or
differentials in rates of return) earned or realized on particular predetermined investments or
instruments. The gross returns to be exchanged or swapped between the parties are calculated with
respect to a notional amount, i.e., the return on or increase in value of a particular dollar
amount invested in a basket of securities representing a particular index. Forms of swap
agreements include interest rate caps, under which, in return for a premium, one party agrees to
make payments to the other to the extent that interest rates exceed a specified rate, or cap,
interest rate floors, under which, in return for a premium, one party agrees to make payments to
the other to the extent that interest rates fall below a specified level, or floor; and interest
rate dollars, under which a party sells a cap and purchases a floor or vice versa in an attempt to
protect itself against interest rate movements exceeding given minimum or maximum levels. A credit
default swap is a specific kind of counterparty agreement designed to transfer the third party
credit risk between parties. One party in the swap is a lender and faces credit risk from a third
party and the counterparty in the credit default swap agrees to insure this risk in exchange for
regular periodic payments (essentially an insurance premium). If the third party defaults, the
party providing insurance will have to purchase from the insured party the defaulted asset. A Fund
may enter into index swap agreements as an additional hedging strategy for cash reserves held by
the Fund or to effect investment transactions consistent with the Funds investment objective and
strategies. The Select Aggregate Market Index (SAMI) is a basket of credit default swaps whose
underlying reference obligations are floating rate loans. Investments in SAMIs increase exposure
to risks that are not typically associated with investments in other floating rate debt
instruments, and involve many of the risks associated with investments in derivative instruments.
The liquidity of the market for SAMIs is subject to liquidity in the secured loan and credit
derivatives markets. The use of equity swaps is a highly specialized activity, which involves
investment techniques and risks different from those associated with ordinary portfolio securities
transactions.
A Funds current obligations under a swap agreement will be accrued daily (offset against any
amounts owing to the Fund) and any accrued but unpaid net amounts owed to a swap counterparty will
be covered by earmarking or segregating assets determined to be liquid. Obligations under swap
agreements so covered will not be construed to be senior securities for purposes of a Funds
investment restriction concerning senior securities. Because they are two party contracts and
because they may have terms of greater than seven days, swap agreements may be considered to be
illiquid for the Funds illiquid investment limitations. A Fund will not enter into any swap
agreement unless the Subadviser believes that the other party to the transaction is creditworthy. A
Fund bears the risk of loss of the amount expected to be received under a swap agreement in the
event of the default or bankruptcy of a swap agreement counterparty. A Fund may enter into swap
agreements to invest in a market without owning or taking physical custody of securities in
circumstances in which direct investment is restricted for legal reasons or is otherwise
impracticable. The counterparty to any swap agreement will typically be a bank, investment banking
firm or broker/dealer. The counterparty will generally agree to pay a Fund the amount, if any, by
which the notional amount of the swap agreement would have increased in value had it been invested
in the particular stocks, plus the dividends that would have been received on those stocks. A Fund
will agree to pay to the counterparty a floating rate of interest on the
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notional amount of the swap agreement plus the amount, if any, by which the notional amount would
have decreased in value had it been invested in such stocks. Therefore, the return to a Fund on any
swap agreement should be the gain or loss on the notional amount plus dividends on the stocks less
the interest paid by a Fund on the notional amount.
Swap agreements typically are settled on a net basis, which means that the two payment streams are
netted out, with a Fund receiving or paying, as the case may be, only the net amount of the two
payments. Payments may be made at the conclusion of a swap agreement or periodically during its
term. Swap agreements do not involve the delivery of securities or other underlying assets.
Accordingly, the risk of loss with respect to swap agreements is limited to the net amount of
payments that a Fund is contractually obligated to make. If the other party to a swap agreement
defaults, a Funds risk of loss consists of the net amount of payments that such Fund is
contractually entitled to receive, if any. The net amount of the excess, if any, of a Funds
obligations over its entitlements with respect to each swap will be accrued on a daily basis and
liquid assets, having an aggregate net asset value at least equal to such accrued excess will be
earmarked or maintained in a segregated account by the Funds custodian. In as much as these
transactions are entered into for hedging purposes or are offset by segregating liquid assets, as
permitted by applicable law, the Funds and their Subadviser believe that these transactions do not
constitute senior securities under the 1940 Act and, accordingly, will not treat them as being
subject to a Funds borrowing restrictions. For purposes of each of the Funds requirements under
Rule 12d3-1 (where, for example, a Fund is prohibited from investing more than 5% of its total
assets in any one broker, dealer, underwriter or investment adviser (the securities-related
issuer) and Section 5b-1 where, for example, a diversified Fund is prohibited from owning more
than 5% of its total assets in any one issuer with respect to 75% of a Funds total assets, both
counterparty exposure and reference entity exposure will be reviewed where appropriate. The
mark-to-market value will be used to measure the Funds counterparty exposure. With respect to
reference entity exposure, the notional value of the swap will be used when protection is sold on
the underlying reference entity. The mark-to-market value will be used when protection is bought
on the underlying reference entity. Should the Fund acquire an interest in a swap that is traded
on a centralized exchange, the Fund will not consider the counterparty to be an issuer for these
purposes if it is determined that counterparty risk has been eliminated through use of the
centralized exchange. Further, the Fund will use the same approach described above for Section
5b-1 to satisfy the Funds SubChapter M quarter-end requirements under the Internal Revenue Code.
Exposure may be adjusted by appropriate offsets.
The swap market has grown substantially in recent years with a large number of banks and investment
banking firms acting both as principals and as agents utilizing standardized swap documentation. As
a result, the swap market has become relatively liquid in comparison with the markets for other
similar instruments, which are traded in the over-the-counter market. The Subadviser, under the
supervision of the Board of Trustees, is responsible for determining and monitoring the liquidity
of Fund transactions in swap agreements.
Taxable Municipal Securities. Taxable municipal securities are municipal securities the interest on
which is not exempt from federal income tax. Taxable municipal securities include private activity
bonds that are issued by or on behalf of states or political subdivisions thereof to finance
privately-owned or operated facilities for business and manufacturing, housing, sports, and
pollution control and to finance activities of and facilities for charitable institutions. Private
activity bonds are also used to finance public facilities such as airports, mass transit systems,
ports, parking lots, and low income housing. The payment of the principal and interest on private
activity bonds is not backed by a pledge of tax revenues, and is dependent solely on the ability of
the facilitys user to meet its financial obligations, and may be secured by a pledge of real and
personal property so financed. Interest on these bonds may not be exempt from federal income tax.
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Tax Credit Bonds (Build America Bonds). Build America Bonds are taxable bonds issued
by federal and state local governments that allow a new direct federal payment subsidy. At
the election of the state and local governments, the Treasury Department will make a direct
payment to the state or local governmental issuer in an amount equal to 35% of the interest
payment on the Build America Bonds. As a result, state and local governments will have
lower net borrowing costs. This will also make Build America Bonds attractive to a broader
group of investors that typically invest in traditional state and local tax-exempt bonds,
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Tender Option Bonds. A tender option bond is a municipal obligation (generally held pursuant
to a custodial arrangement) having a relatively long maturity and bearing interest at a fixed rate
substantially higher than prevailing
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short-term, tax-exempt rates. The bond is typically issued in conjunction with the agreement of a
third party, such as a bank, broker-dealer or other financial institution, pursuant to which the
institution grants the security holder the option, at periodic intervals, to tender its securities
to the institution. As consideration for providing the option, the financial institution receives
periodic fees equal to the difference between the bonds fixed coupon rate and the rate, as
determined by a remarketing or similar agent that would cause the securities, coupled with the
tender option, to trade at par on the date of such determination. Thus, after payment of this fee,
the security holder effectively holds a demand obligation that bears interest at the prevailing
short-term, tax-exempt rate. An institution will normally not be obligated to accept tendered bonds
in the event of certain defaults or a significant downgrading in the credit rating assigned to the
issuer of the bond. The tender option will be taken into account in determining the maturity of the
tender option bonds and a Funds average portfolio maturity. There is a risk that a Fund will not
be considered the owner of a tender option bond for federal income tax purposes, and thus will not
be entitled to treat such interest as exempt from federal income tax. Certain tender option bonds
may be illiquid or may become illiquid as a result of a credit rating downgrade, payment default or
a disqualification from tax-exempt status.
Trust Preferred Securities. Trust preferred securities are convertible preferred shares issued by a
trust where proceeds from the sale are used to purchase convertible subordinated debt from the
issuer. The convertible subordinated debt is the sole asset of the trust. The coupon from the
issuer to the trust exactly mirrors the preferred dividend paid by the trust. Upon conversion by
the investors, the trust in turn converts the convertible debentures and passes through the shares
to the investors.
U.S. Government Securities. Examples of types of U.S. government obligations in which a Fund may
invest include U.S. Treasury obligations and the obligations of U.S. government agencies such as
Federal Home Loan Banks, Federal Farm Credit Banks, Federal Land Banks, the Federal Housing
Administration, Farmers Home Administration, Export-Import Bank of the United States, Small
Business Administration, Federal National Mortgage Association, Government National Mortgage
Association, General Services Administration, Student Loan Marketing Association, Central Bank for
Cooperatives, Freddie Mac (formerly Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation), Federal Intermediate
Credit Banks, Maritime Administration, and other similar agencies. Whether backed by the full faith
and credit of the U.S. Treasury or not, U.S. government securities are not guaranteed against price
movements due to fluctuating interest rates. The Student Loan Marketing Association can issue debt
both as a U.S. government agency or as corporation. If the debt is issued as a corporation, it is
not considered a U.S. government obligation.
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Backed Bonds. FDIC-backed bonds
are senior unsecured debt obligations issued by banks, thrifts and some holding
companies that participate in the FDICs Temporary Liquidity Guaranty Program
(TLGP). Under the TLGP, the FDIC guarantees, with the full faith and credit of
the U.S. government, the payment of principal and interest on senior unsecured debt
issued by entities eligible to participate in the TLGP, which generally include
FDIC-insured depository institutions, U.S. bank holding companies or financial
holding companies and certain U.S. savings and loan holding companies, in exchange
for a fee to the FDIC. The debt must be issued on or before June 30, 2009, and
coverage is limited to bonds with maturities of 30 days to three years. This
guarantee presently extends through the earlier of the maturity date of the debt or
June 30, 2012. This guarantee does not extend to shares of the Portfolio itself.
FDIC-guaranteed debt is still subject to interest rate and securities selection
risk.
U.S. Treasury Obligations. U.S. Treasury obligations consist of bills, notes and
bonds issued by the U.S. Treasury and separately traded interest and principal
component parts of such obligations that are transferable through the federal
book-entry system known as STRIPS and Treasury Receipts (TRs).
Receipts. Interests in separately traded interest and principal component parts of
U.S. government obligations that are issued by banks or brokerage firms and are
created by depositing U.S. government obligations into a special account at a
custodian bank. The custodian holds the interest and principal payments for the
benefit of the registered owners of the certificates or receipts. The custodian
arranges for the issuance of the certificates or receipts evidencing ownership and
maintains the register. TRs and STRIPS are interests in accounts sponsored by the
U.S. Treasury. Receipts are sold as zero coupon securities.
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Treasury Inflation Protected Notes (TIPS). TIPS are securities issued by the
U.S. Treasury that are designed to provide inflation protection to investors. TIPS
are income-generating instruments whose interest and principal payments are adjusted
for inflation. The inflation adjustment, which is typically applied monthly to the
principal of the bond, follows a designated inflation index, such as the consumer
price index. A fixed coupon rate is applied to the inflation-adjusted principal so
that as inflation rises, both the principal value and the interest payments
increase. This can provide investors with a hedge against inflation, as it helps
preserve the purchasing power of an investment. Because of this inflation adjustment
feature, inflation-protected bonds typically have lower yields than conventional
fixed-rate bonds.
Zero Coupon Obligations. Zero coupon obligations are debt obligations that do not
bear any interest, but instead are issued at a deep discount from face value or par.
The value of a zero coupon obligation increases over time to reflect the interest
accumulated. These obligations will not result in the payment of interest until
maturity, and will have greater price volatility than similar securities that are
issued at face value or par and pay interest periodically.
U.S. Government Zero Coupon Securities. STRIPS and receipts are sold as zero
coupon securities, that is, fixed income securities that have been stripped of their
unmatured interest coupons. Zero coupon securities are sold at a (usually
substantial) discount and redeemed at face value at their maturity date without
interim cash payments of interest or principal. The amount of this discount is
accreted over the life of the security, and the accretion constitutes the income
earned on the security for both accounting and tax purposes. Because of these
features, the market prices of zero coupon securities are generally more volatile
than the market prices of securities that have similar maturity but that pay
interest periodically. Zero coupon securities are likely to respond to a greater
degree to interest rate changes than are non-zero coupon securities with similar
maturity and credit qualities. See Mortgage-Backed Securities.
U.S. Government Agencies. Some obligations issued or guaranteed by agencies of the
U.S. Government are supported by the full faith and credit of the U.S. Treasury,
others are supported by the right of the issuer to borrow from the Treasury, while
still others are supported only by the credit of the instrumentality. Guarantees of
principal by agencies or instrumentalities of the U.S. Government may be a guarantee
of payment at the maturity of the obligation so that in the event of a default prior
to maturity there might not be a market and thus no means of realizing on the
obligation prior to maturity. Guarantees as to the timely payment of principal and
interest do not extend to the value or yield of these securities nor to the value of
a Funds shares.
Variable and Floating Rate Instruments. Certain of the obligations purchased by a Fund may carry
variable or floating rates of interest, may involve a conditional or unconditional demand feature
and may include variable amount master demand notes. Such instruments bear interest at rates that
are not fixed, but which vary with changes in specified market rates or indices. The interest rates
on these securities may be reset daily, weekly, quarterly or some other reset period, and may have
a floor or ceiling on interest rate changes. There is a risk that the current interest rate on such
obligations may not accurately reflect existing market interest rates. A demand instrument with a
demand notice exceeding seven days may be considered illiquid if there is no secondary market for
such securities.
Variable Rate Master Demand Notes. Variable rate master demand notes permit the investment of
fluctuating amounts at varying market rates of interest pursuant to direct arrangements between a
Fund, as lender, and a borrower. Such notes provide that the interest rate on the amount
outstanding varies on a daily, weekly or monthly basis depending upon a stated short-term interest
rate index. Both the lender and the borrower have the right to reduce the amount of outstanding
indebtedness at any time. There is no secondary market for the notes and it is not generally
contemplated that such instruments will be traded. The quality of the note or the underlying credit
must, in the opinion of the Subadviser, be equivalent to the ratings applicable to permitted
investments for the particular Fund. The Subadviser will monitor on an ongoing basis the earning
power, cash flow and liquidity ratios of the issuers of such instruments and will similarly monitor
the ability of an issuer of a demand instrument to pay principal and interest on demand. Variable
rate master demand notes may or may not be backed by bank letters of credit.
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Warrant. A Warrant is a financial instrument that gives the holder the right, but not the
obligation, to purchase a specified amount of an asset at a specified price during a specified
period of time. A warrant may give its holder the right to buy shares of stock, bonds, currencies,
or commodities. Index Warrants, a type of warrant, allows investors to take a direct position in a
commodity, index, currency or economic variable. An example of an Index Warrant is a GDP Warrant,
which is a bond that allows investors to invest directly in a countrys economic growth. A GDP
Warrant creates long term securities that would be indexed on the economic growth of a country, or
rather an economic zone (for example Euroland). Those securities would have two main purposes: 1)
to give those countries or other issuers another source of financing, and a new financial
management tool; 2) to give investors a hybrid asset which has some feature(s) of an equity
security (variable return and/or capital, based on economic performances) while basically being a
bond (it is a debt). In the case of a GDP Warrant, the index would be the Gross Domestic Product
(GDP).
When-Issued Securities, Delayed Delivery and Forward Commitment Securities. When-Issued, Delayed
Delivery and Forward Commitment Securities are securities with settlement dates in excess of normal
settlement periods.
Each Fund may purchase or sell securities on a forward commitment, when-issued or delayed-delivery
basis, which means delivery and payment take place in the future after the date of the commitment
to purchase or sell the securities at a predetermined price and/or yield. Typically, no interest
accrues to the purchaser until the security is delivered. When purchasing a security on a forward
commitment, when-issued or delayed-delivery basis, a Fund assumes the rights and risks of ownership
of the security, including the risk of price and yield fluctuations, and takes such fluctuations
into account when determining its net asset value. Because the Fund is not required to pay for
these securities until the delivery date, these risks are in addition to the risks associated with
the Funds other investments. If the Fund is fully or almost fully invested when forward
commitment, when-issued or delayed-delivery purchases are outstanding, such purchases may result in
a form of leverage. The Fund intends to engage in forward commitment, when-issued and
delayed-delivery purchases to increase its portfolios financial exposure to the types of
securities in which it invests. Leveraging the portfolio in this manner will increase the Funds
exposure to changes in interest rates and will increase the volatility of its returns. The Fund
will segregate permissible liquid assets at least equal at all times to the amount of the Funds
purchase commitments.
Securities purchased on a forward commitment, when-issued or delayed-delivery basis are subject to
changes in value (generally changing in the same way, i.e., appreciating when interest rates
decline and depreciating when interest rates rise) based upon the publics perception of the
creditworthiness of the issuer and changes, real or anticipated, in the level of interest rates.
Securities purchased on a forward commitment, when-issued or delayed-delivery basis may expose the
Fund to risks because they may experience such fluctuations prior to their actual delivery.
Purchasing securities on a forward commitment, when-issued or delayed-delivery basis can involve
the additional risk that the yield available in the market when the delivery takes place actually
may be higher than that obtained in the transaction itself. Purchasing securities on a forward
commitment, when-issued or delayed-delivery basis when a Fund is fully or almost fully invested may
result in greater potential fluctuation in the value of the Funds net assets and its net asset
value per share.
To avoid any leveraging concerns, a Fund will segregate or earmark liquid assets in an amount at
least equal in value to its commitments to purchase when-issued and forward commitment securities
for any securities with settlement dates in excess of normal settlement periods.
INVESTMENT LIMITATIONS
Except with respect to a Funds non-fundamental policy relating to liquidity, if a percentage
limitation stated in the fundamental and non-fundamental policies below is adhered to at the time
of investment, a later increase or decrease in percentage resulting from any change in value will
not result in a violation of such restriction.
Fundamental Policies
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Fundamental policies cannot be changed without the consent of the holders of a majority of each
Funds outstanding shares. The term majority of the outstanding shares means the vote of (i) 67%
or more of the Funds shares present at a meeting, if more than 50% of the outstanding shares of
the Fund are present or represented by proxy, or (ii) more than 50% of the Funds outstanding
shares, whichever is less.
In addition to the 80% investment policy of the Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market
Fund, the Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, the High Grade Municipal Bond Fund, the Investment Grade
Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, the Maryland Municipal Bond Fund, the North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund,
the Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund, the Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund and the Virginia
Tax-Free Money Market Fund, the following investment limitations are fundamental policies of the
Funds.
No Fund may:
1. With respect to 75% of each Funds total assets (50% in the case of the North
Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, the Real Estate 130/30 Fund and the, and the Seix
Global Strategy Fund), invest more than 5% of the value of the total assets of a
Fund in the securities of any one issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed
by the U.S. Government or any of its agencies or instrumentalities, repurchase
agreements involving such securities, and securities issued by investment
companies), or purchase the securities of any one issuer if such purchase would
cause more than 10% of the voting securities of such issuer to be held by a Fund.
2. Borrow money in an amount exceeding 33 1/3% of the value of its total assets,
provided that, for the purposes of this limitation, investment strategies that
either obligate a Fund to purchase securities or require a Fund to segregate assets
are not considered to be borrowing. Asset coverage of at least 300% is required for
all borrowing, except where the Fund has borrowed money for temporary purposes (less
than 60 days), and in an amount not exceeding 5% of its total assets.
3. Underwrite securities issued by others, except to the extent that the Fund may be
considered an underwriter within the meaning of the 1933 Act in the sale of
portfolio securities.
4. Issue senior securities (as defined in the 1940 Act), except as permitted by
rule, regulation or order of the SEC.
5. Purchase the securities of any issuer (other than securities issued or guaranteed
by the U.S. Government or any of its agencies or instrumentalities and securities
issued by investment companies) if, as a result, more than 25% of the Funds total
assets would be invested in the securities of companies whose principal business
activities are in the same industry.
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limitation does not apply to obligations issued by domestic
branches of U.S. banks or U.S. branches of foreign banks
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No Allocation Strategy may invest more than
25% of its assets in underlying RidgeWorth Funds that, as a
matter of policy, concentrate their assets in any one
industry. However, an Allocation Strategy may indirectly
invest more than 25% of its total assets in one industry
through its investments in the underlying RidgeWorth Funds.
Each Allocation Strategy may invest up to 100% of its assets
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The Real Estate 130/30 Fund will invest more
than 25% of its total assets in securities issued by real
estate investment trusts and by companies that derive at least
50% of revenues from the ownership, construction, management,
financing or sale of commercial, industrial or residential
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6. Purchase or sell real estate, unless acquired as a result of ownership of
securities or other instruments (but this shall not prevent a Fund from investing in
securities or other instruments either issued by companies that invest in real
estate, backed by real estate or securities of companies engaged in the real estate
business).
7. Purchase or sell physical commodities, unless acquired as a result of ownership
of securities or other instruments.
8. Make loans, except that a Fund may: (i) purchase or hold debt instruments in
accordance with its investment objectives and policies; (ii) enter into repurchase
agreements; and (iii) lend its portfolio securities.
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Non-Fundamental Policies
The following investment policies are non-fundamental policies of the Funds and may be changed by
the Board of Trustees without shareholder approval:
1. With respect to each Fund that is subject to Rule 35d-1 under the 1940 Act,
except the Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund, the Georgia
Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, the High Grade Municipal Bond Fund, the Investment Grade
Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, the Maryland Municipal Bond Fund, the North Carolina
Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, the Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund, the Tax-Exempt
Money Market Fund and the Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund, any change to a
Funds investment policy of investing at least 80% of such Funds net assets in a
particular type or category of securities is subject to 60 days prior notice to
shareholders.
2. No Fund may purchase or hold illiquid securities (i.e., securities that cannot be
disposed of for their approximate carrying value in seven days or less (which term
includes repurchase agreements and time deposits maturing in more than seven days)
if, in the aggregate, more than 15% of its net assets (5% for the Money Market
Funds) would be invested in illiquid securities.
3. No Allocation Strategy currently intends to purchase securities on margin, except
that a Allocation Strategy may obtain such short-term credits as are necessary for
the clearance of transactions.
4. No Allocation Strategy currently intends to sell securities short.
5. No Allocation Strategy currently intends to purchase or sell futures contracts or
put or call options.
6. No Allocation Strategy may invest in shares of unaffiliated money market funds,
except as permitted by applicable law or the SEC.
7. The Intermediate Bond Fund will not engage in the strategy of establishing or
rolling forward To Be Approved (TBA) mortgage commitments.
THE ADVISER
General. RidgeWorth Investments serves as investment adviser to the Funds. RidgeWorth Investments
is the trade name of RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc., a professional investment management firm
registered with the SEC under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. The Adviser is responsible for
making investment decisions for the Allocation Strategies and continuously reviews, supervises and
administers each Allocation Strategys investment program. With respect to the other Funds, the
Adviser oversees the Subadvisers to ensure compliance with the respective Funds investment
policies and guidelines and monitors each Subadvisers adherence to its investment style.
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The Board supervises the Adviser with respect to its processes and policies and procedures that are
applicable to the Advisers management of the Funds. The principal business address of the
Adviser is 50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1400, Atlanta, Georgia 30303. The Adviser is a wholly-owned
subsidiary of SunTrust Banks, Inc.
Advisory Agreement with the Trust. The Adviser serves as the investment adviser to each Fund
pursuant to an agreement (the Advisory Agreement) with the Trust. The continuance of the
Advisory Agreement must be specifically approved at least annually (i) by the vote of the Board or
by a vote of the shareholders of the Funds and (ii) by the vote of a majority of the Trustees who
are not parties to the Advisory Agreements or interested persons of any party thereto, as defined
in the 1940 Act, cast in person at a meeting called for the purpose of voting on such approval.
The Advisory Agreement will terminate automatically in the event of its assignment, and is
terminable at any time without penalty by the Board or, with respect to any Fund, by a majority of
the outstanding shares of that Fund, on not less than 30 days nor more than 60 days written notice
to the Adviser, or by the Adviser on 90 days written notice to the Trust. The Advisory Agreement
provides that the Adviser shall not be protected against any liability to the Trust or its
shareholders by reason of willful misfeasance, bad faith or gross negligence on its part in the
performance of its duties or from reckless disregard of its obligations or duties thereunder.
The Advisory Agreement provides that if, for any fiscal year, the ratio of expenses of any Fund
(including amounts payable to the Adviser but excluding interest, taxes, brokerage commissions, and
litigation and other extraordinary expenses) exceeds limitations established by certain states, the
Adviser and/or the administrator will bear the amount of such excess. The Adviser will not be
required to bear expenses of the Trust to an extent which would result in a Funds inability to
qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
Advisory Fees Paid to the Adviser. For its services under the Advisory Agreement, the Adviser is
entitled to a fee at the specified annual rate of each Funds average daily net assets as listed in
the table that follows. Each Fund allocates and pays advisory fees among its constituent classes
based on the aggregate daily net asset values of each such class.
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Fund |
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Fee |
Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy |
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0.10 |
% |
Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
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|
1.10 |
% |
Conservative Allocation Strategy |
|
|
0.10 |
% |
Corporate Bond Fund |
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|
0.40 |
% |
Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
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|
1.10 |
% |
Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
|
|
0.55 |
% |
Growth Allocation Strategy |
|
|
0.10 |
% |
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
0.55 |
% |
High Income Fund |
|
|
0.60 |
% |
Intermediate Bond Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund |
|
|
0.13 |
% |
Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
Institutional U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
Institutional U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market Fund |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
International Equity 130/30 Fund |
|
|
1.25 |
% |
International Equity Fund |
|
|
1.15 |
% |
International Equity Index Fund |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
Investment Grade Bond Fund |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
|
|
0.85 |
% |
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
0.97 |
% |
Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund |
|
|
0.85 |
% |
Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
0.80 |
% |
Limited Duration Fund |
|
|
0.10 |
% |
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
0.55 |
% |
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
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Fund |
|
Fee |
Moderate Allocation Strategy |
|
|
0.10 |
% |
North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
|
|
0.55 |
% |
Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
|
|
0.55 |
% |
Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
|
|
1.25 |
% |
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund |
|
|
0.45 |
% |
Seix Global Strategy Fund |
|
|
0.60 |
% |
Seix High Yield Fund |
|
|
0.45 |
% |
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
0.85 |
% |
Short-Term Bond Fund |
|
|
0.40 |
% |
Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund |
|
|
0.40 |
% |
Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
1.15 |
% |
Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
1.15 |
% |
Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund |
|
|
0.45 |
% |
Total Return Bond Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
|
|
0.22 |
% |
U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
|
|
1.10 |
% |
U.S. Government Securities Fund |
|
|
0.50 |
% |
U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
|
|
0.55 |
% |
U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
|
|
0.20 |
% |
U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund |
|
|
0.55 |
% |
Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
0.55 |
% |
Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund |
|
|
0.40 |
% |
The above fees are also subject to the following breakpoint discounts:
Equity and Fixed Income Funds:
First $500 million = full fee
Next $500 million = 5% discount from full fee
Over $1.0 billion = 10% discount from full fee
Money Market Funds:
First $1.0 billion = full fee
Next $1.5 billion = 5% discount from full fee
Next $2.5 billion = 10% discount from full fee
Over $5.0 billion = 20% discount from full fee
As discussed in the prospectuses, the Adviser has contractually agreed to waive a portion of its
fees or reimburse expenses, with respect to certain Funds, in order to limit Fund expenses.
For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2010, March 31, 2009, and March 31, 2008, the Funds paid the
following advisory fees:
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Fees Paid (in thousands) |
|
Fees Waived (in thousands) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
26 |
|
|
|
50 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
3 |
|
Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,724 |
|
|
|
3,838 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Conservative Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
10 |
|
|
|
10 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
14 |
|
|
|
10 |
|
Corporate Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
442 |
|
|
|
627 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,128 |
|
|
|
1,433 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
SAI 39
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|
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Fees Paid (in thousands) |
|
Fees Waived (in thousands) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
989 |
|
|
|
898 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2 |
|
|
|
5 |
|
Growth Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
73 |
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|
|
121 |
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|
|
|
|
|
|
4 |
|
|
|
1 |
|
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
703 |
|
|
|
961 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
High Income Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
267 |
|
|
|
387 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
18 |
|
|
|
1 |
|
Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
4,738 |
|
|
|
4,825 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
155 |
|
|
|
|
|
Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
120 |
|
|
|
108 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
14 |
|
|
|
4 |
|
Institutional U.S. Government Securities Money Market
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
3,900 |
|
|
|
2,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
7 |
|
Institutional U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
4,517 |
|
|
|
3,663 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
69 |
|
|
|
|
|
Intermediate Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,134 |
|
|
|
1,360 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
International Equity 130/30 Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
962 |
|
|
|
14 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
26 |
|
|
|
48 |
|
International Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
7,630 |
|
|
|
13,365 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
International Equity Index Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
3,809 |
|
|
|
5,192 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
9 |
|
|
|
|
|
Investment Grade Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,029 |
|
|
|
1,986 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Investment Grade Tax- Exempt Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
3,364 |
|
|
|
2,536 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
7,393 |
|
|
|
12,877 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
5,399 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
8,298 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
117 |
|
|
|
|
|
Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund |
|
|
798 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,400 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
5 |
|
|
|
|
|
Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
8,679 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
8,469 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Limited Duration Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
38 |
|
|
|
44 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
352 |
|
|
|
779 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
205 |
|
|
|
218 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,391 |
|
|
|
2,992 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,557 |
|
|
|
3,017 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Moderate Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
150 |
|
|
|
221 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
6 |
|
|
|
|
|
North Carolina Tax- Exempt Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
251 |
|
|
|
235 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
42,246 |
|
|
|
48,301 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
97 |
|
|
|
|
|
Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
58 |
|
|
|
16 |
|
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|
62 |
|
|
|
11 |
|
SAI 40
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Fees Paid (in thousands) |
|
Fees Waived (in thousands) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
Seix-Floating Rate High Income Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,470 |
|
|
|
3,012 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Seix Global Strategy Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
29 |
|
|
|
* |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
35 |
|
|
|
* |
* |
Seix High Yield Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
3,158 |
|
|
|
3,843 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
936 |
|
|
|
1,104 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
|
|
Short-Term Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,450 |
|
|
|
1,510 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
335 |
|
|
|
285 |
|
|
|
|
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|
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|
|
Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
4,983 |
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|
|
7,781 |
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|
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|
|
Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
4,684 |
|
|
|
7,318 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
9 |
|
|
|
3 |
|
Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
8,885 |
|
|
|
8,773 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
261 |
|
|
|
|
|
Total Return Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,441 |
|
|
|
1,545 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
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|
|
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|
|
|
Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
163 |
|
|
|
184 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
22 |
|
|
|
1 |
|
U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
42 |
|
|
|
13 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
74 |
|
|
|
19 |
|
U.S. Government Securities Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,275 |
|
|
|
2,824 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
9,034 |
|
|
|
6,615 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
174 |
|
|
|
|
|
U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
169 |
|
|
|
86 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
20 |
|
|
|
15 |
|
U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
8,672 |
|
|
|
6,209 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,683 |
|
|
|
75 |
|
Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,130 |
|
|
|
1,187 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2,471 |
|
|
|
2,741 |
|
|
|
|
|
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|
32 |
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THE SUBADVISERS
Each Subadviser is a professional investment management firm registered with the SEC under the
Investment Advisers Act of 1940. Each Subadviser, excluding Alpha Equity Management LLC (Alpha
Equity) and Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC (ZCI), is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the
Adviser. Alpha Equity and ZCI are both minority owned subsidiaries of the Adviser.
Alpha Equity serves as the subadviser to the International Equity 130/30 Fund, the Real Estate
130/30 Fund and the U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund pursuant to an Investment Subadvisory Agreement between
the Adviser and Alpha Equity. The Adviser owns less than a 25% interest in Alpha and the remainder
is owned by Alphas employees.
For its subadvisory services, Alpha is entitled to receive an annual fee paid by the Adviser, which
is calculated daily and paid quarterly by the Adviser, at an annual rate based on the average daily
net assets of each of the each of the Funds as follows:
International Equity 130/30 Fund: 0.75%
Real Estate 130/30 Fund: 0.75%
U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund: 0.66%
SAI 41
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010 Alpha received the following subadvisory fees:
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Fees Paid (in thousands) |
Fund* |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
International Equity 130/30 Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
577 |
|
Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
35 |
|
U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
25 |
|
Ceredex Value Advisors LLC (Ceredex) serves as the subadviser to the Large Cap Value Equity Fund,
the Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund and the Small Cap Value Equity Fund pursuant to an Investment
Subadvisory Agreement between the Adviser and Ceredex. For its subadvisory services, Ceredex is
entitled to receive an annual fee paid by the Adviser equal to 40% of the net advisory fee paid by
each applicable Fund.
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010, Ceredex received the following subadvisory fees:
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|
Fees Paid (in thousands) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
Certium Asset Management LLC (Certium) serves as the subadviser to the International Equity Fund
and the International Equity Index Fund pursuant to an Investment Subadvisory Agreement between the
Adviser and Certium. For its subadvisory services, Certium is entitled to receive an annual fee
paid by the Adviser equal to 40% of the net advisory fee paid by each applicable Fund.
SAI 42
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010, Certium received the following subadvisory fees:
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Fees Paid (in thousands) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
International Equity Fund |
|
|
International Equity Index Fund |
|
|
Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund |
|
|
IronOak Advisors LLC (IronOak) serves as the subadviser to the Large Cap Core Equity Fund and the
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund pursuant to an Investment Subadvisory Agreement between the Adviser and
IronOak. For its subadvisory services, IronOak is entitled to receive an annual fee paid by the
Adviser equal to 40% of the net advisory fee paid by each applicable Fund.
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010, IronOak received the following subadvisory fees:
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|
Fees Paid (in thousands) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
|
|
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
|
|
Seix Investment Advisors LLC (Seix) serves as the subadviser to the Corporate Bond Fund, the High
Income Fund, the Intermediate Bond Fund, the Investment Grade Bond Fund, the Limited Duration Fund,
the Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund, the Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund, the
Seix Global Strategy Fund, the Seix High Yield Fund, the Total Return Bond Fund and the U.S.
Government Securities Fund pursuant to an Investment Subadvisory Agreement between the Adviser and
Seix. For its subadvisory services, Seix is entitled to receive an annual fee paid by the Adviser
equal to 60% of the net advisory fee paid by each applicable Fund.
SAI 43
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010, Seix received the following subadvisory fees:
|
|
|
|
|
Fees Paid (in thousands) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
Corporate Bond Fund |
|
|
High Income Fund |
|
|
Intermediate Bond Fund |
|
|
Investment Grade Bond Fund |
|
|
Limited Duration Fund |
|
|
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
|
|
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund |
|
|
Seix Global Strategy Fund |
|
|
Seix High Yield Fund |
|
|
Total Return Bond Fund |
|
|
U.S. Govt Securities Fund |
|
|
Silvant Capital Management LLC (Silvant) serves as the subadviser to the Large Cap Growth Stock
Fund, the Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund and the Small Cap Growth Stock Fund pursuant to an
Investment Subadvisory Agreement between the Adviser and Silvant. For its subadvisory services,
Silvant is entitled to receive an annual fee paid by the Adviser equal to 40% of the net advisory
fee paid by each applicable Fund.
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010, Silvant received the following subadvisory fees:
|
|
|
|
|
Fees Paid (in thousands) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
StableRiver Capital Management LLC (StableRiver) serves as the subadviser to the Georgia
Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, the High Grade Municipal Bond Fund, the Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond
Fund, the Institutional Cash Management Fund, the Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Fund, the
Institutional U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund, the Institutional U.S. Treasury
Securities Money Market Fund, the Maryland Municipal Bond Fund, the North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond
Fund, the Short-Term Bond Fund, the Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Bond
SAI 44
Fund, the Ultra-Short
Bond Fund, the U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund and the Virginia Intermediate
Municipal Bond Fund pursuant to an Investment Subadvisory Agreement between the Adviser and
StableRiver. For its subadvisory services, StableRiver is entitled to receive an annual fee paid by the Adviser equal to
40% of the net advisory fee paid by each applicable Fund.
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010, StableRiver received the following subadvisory fees:
|
|
|
|
|
Fees Paid (in thousands) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
|
|
|
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
|
|
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
|
|
Short-Term Bond Fund |
|
|
Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund |
|
|
U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
|
|
Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
|
|
Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
|
|
Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund |
|
|
U.S. Govt Securities Money Market Fund |
|
|
U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund |
|
|
Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund |
|
|
Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund |
|
|
Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund |
|
|
Institutional U.S. Govt Securities Money Market Fund |
|
|
Institutional U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market Fund |
|
|
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ZCI serves as the subadviser to the Aggressive Growth Stock Fund and the Emerging Growth Stock Fund
pursuant to an Investment Subadvisory Agreement between the Adviser and ZCI. The Adviser owns less
than a 25% interest in ZCI and the remainder is owned by ZCIs employees. For its subadvisory
services ZCI is entitled to receive a fee paid by the Adviser at an annual rate of 0.44% based on
the average daily net assets of the Aggressive Growth Stock Fund and the Emerging Growth Stock
Fund, which is calculated daily and paid quarterly by the Adviser.
For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2010, March 31, 2009 and March 31, 2008, ZCI received the
following subadvisory fees:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Fees Paid (in thousands) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1,449 |
|
|
$ |
2,181 |
|
Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
598 |
|
|
$ |
814 |
|
Each Subadviser has contractually agreed to waive a portion of its fees or reimburse expenses, with
respect to certain Funds, in order to limit Fund expenses.
Investment Subadvisory Agreements. The Adviser and each Subadviser have entered into separate
investment subadvisory agreements (each an Investment Subadvisory Agreement) under which the
Subadviser makes the investment decisions for and continuously reviews, supervises, and administers
the investment program of the respective Funds, subject to the supervision of, and policies
established by, the Adviser and the Board of Trustees of the Trust. After an initial two year term,
the continuance of each Investment Subadvisory Agreement must be specifically approved at least
annually by (i) the vote of the Trustees or a vote of the shareholders of the Fund and (ii) the
vote of a majority of the Trustees who are not parties to the Investment Subadvisory Agreement or
interested persons of any party thereto, cast in person at a meeting called for the purpose of
voting on such approval. Each Investment Subadvisory Agreement will terminate automatically in the
event of its assignment and is terminable at any time without penalty by (i) the Trustees of the
Trust or, with respect to each Fund, by a majority of the outstanding shares of that Fund, (ii) the
Adviser at any time on not less than 30 days nor more than 60 days written notice to the
Subadviser, or (iii) the Subadviser on 90 days written notice to the Adviser. Each Investment
Subadvisory Agreement provides that the Subadviser shall not be protected against any liability by
reason of willful misfeasance, bad faith, or negligence on its part in the performance of its
duties or from reckless disregard of its obligations or duties thereunder.
THE PORTFOLIO MANAGERS
Set forth below is information regarding the individuals who are primarily responsible for the
day-to-day management of the Funds (portfolio managers). All information is as of March 31, 10
except as otherwise noted.
Management of Other Accounts. The table below shows the number of other accounts managed by each
portfolio manager and the approximate total assets in the accounts in each of the following
categories: registered investment companies, other pooled investment vehicles and other accounts.
For each category, the table also shows the number of accounts and the approximate total assets in
the accounts with respect to which the advisory fee is based on account performance.
SAI 46
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total Assets in Accounts (millions) |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Other |
|
|
|
Other Accounts with Performance- |
|
|
Registered |
|
Pooled |
|
|
|
Based Fees |
Portfolio |
|
Investment |
|
Investment |
|
|
|
Number & |
|
Total Assets |
Manager |
|
Companies* |
|
Vehicles |
|
Other Accounts |
|
Category |
|
(millions) |
Seth Antiles |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Charles B. Arrington |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Brett Barner |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
George E. Calvert Jr. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Chris Carter |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Robert Corner |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Chad Deakins |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Brook deBoutray |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Vince Fioramonti |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Alan Gayle |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
George Goudelias |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Chris Guinther |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
James Keegan |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Michael Kirkpatrick |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Neil Kochen |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Jeffrey E. Markunas |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Michael McEachern |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Kevin Means |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
H. Rick Nelson |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Brian Nold |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Joe Ransom |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Mills Riddick |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Michael Rieger |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Michael A. Sansoterra |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Ron Schwartz |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Chad Stephens |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Perry Troisi |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Leslie Tubbs |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Adrien Webb |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Matthew Welden |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Don Wordell |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Nancy Zevenbergen |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
* |
|
Includes the RidgeWorth Funds |
Potential Conflicts of Interest in Managing Multiple Accounts. A portfolio managers management of
both a Fund and the other accounts listed in the table above at the same time may give rise to
potential conflicts of interest. If a Fund and the other accounts have identical investment
objectives, the portfolio manager could favor one or more accounts over the Fund. Another
potential conflict may arise from the portfolio managers knowledge about the size, timing and
possible market impact of Fund trades if the portfolio manager used this information to the
advantage of other accounts and to the disadvantage of the Fund. In addition, aggregation of
trades may create the potential for
unfairness to a Fund or another account if one account is favored over another in allocating the
securities purchased or sold. Each Subadviser has established policies and procedures to ensure
that the purchase and sale of securities among all accounts it manages are allocated in a manner
the Subadviser believes is fair and equitable.
SAI 47
Portfolio Manager Compensation Structure.
Portfolio Managers of the Adviser and all Subadvisers except Alpha Equity and ZCI. Portfolio
managers earn competitive salaries and participate in incentive bonus plans designed to retain high
quality investment professionals. The portfolio managers receive a salary commensurate with the
individuals experience and responsibilities with the firm. The incentive bonus plans may be
structured differently, but all incorporate an evaluation of the Funds performance returns and/or
the Subadvisers financial performance. Investment performance may be judged directly relative to
a peer group and/or benchmark or may be incorporated by measuring business unit financial
performance over an extended period under the theory that successful investment performance will
translate into improved financial results. Other components that may be considered in the
calculation of incentive bonuses include: adherence to compliance policies, marketing, risk
management and business development, among others.
Where applicable, investment performance is determined by comparing a Funds pre-tax total returns
to the returns of the Funds benchmark and peer groups over multi-year periods, as applicable.
Where portfolio managers manage multiple Funds or other managed accounts, each Fund or other
managed account is weighted based on its market value and its relative strategic importance to the
Adviser and/or the Subadviser. Other performance attributes are also based on a scorecard that
objectively measures key performance attributes, which is then evaluated by the Advisers and/or
Subadvisers management to determine the award amount.
As a tool to minimize personnel turnover, the portfolio managers incentive bonus will usually have
one portion of the incentive bonus paid promptly following the calendar year end and the remaining
portion subject to a mandatory deferral which vests over three years subject to the terms and
conditions of the incentive bonus plan.
On occasion, a portfolio manager may receive a guaranteed incentive for a fixed period in
conjunction with accepting a new position when the Adviser and/or the Subadviser deem it necessary
to recruit talented managers.
All full-time employees of the Adviser and Subadvisers, including the Funds portfolio managers,
are provided a benefits package on substantially similar terms. The percentage of each individuals
compensation provided by these benefits is dependent upon length of employment, salary level, and
several other factors. In addition, certain portfolio managers may be eligible for one or more of
the following additional benefit plans:
401(k) Excess Plan This plan provides benefits which would otherwise be provided under
the qualified cash or deferred ESOP plan adopted by the Advisers/Subadvisers parent company
(SunTrust Banks, Inc.), were it not for the imposition of certain statutory limits on
qualified plan benefits. Certain select individuals within specific salary levels may be
eligible for this plan. Participation in the plan must be approved by the individuals senior
executive for the business.
ERISA Excess Retirement Plan This plan provides for benefits to certain executives that
cannot be paid to them under tax qualified pension plans as a result of federal restrictions.
Certain select individuals within specific salary levels may be eligible for this plan.
Participation in the plan must be approved by the individuals senior executive for the
business.
Voluntary Functional Incentive Plan Deferral This plan is a provision of a SunTrust
Deferred Compensation Plan which allows participants of selected annual incentive plans to
voluntarily defer portions of their incentive. Eligibility to participate in this plan is
offered to employees of selected incentive plans who earn above a specified level of total
compensation in the year prior to their deferral. The Advisers/Subadvisers annual incentive
plans offer this provision to employees who meet the compensation criteria level.
Restricted Stock Awards Restricted stock awards are granted to certain select individuals
on a case-by-case basis as a form of long-term compensation and as an additional incentive to
retain these professionals. The awards often vest based on the recipients continued
employment with the Adviser/Subadviser, but these awards may also carry additional vesting
requirements, including performance conditions.
Portfolio Managers of ZCI. ZCIs portfolio managers, Nancy Zevenbergen, Brooke de Boutray and
Leslie Tubbs, work as a team in managing the firms accounts, including the Funds. Key
professionals, including the portfolio managers, are compensated by salary commensurate with
industry standards and individual experience. They are additionally compensated with bonuses based
on ZCIs overall performance. ZCI does not tie compensation to a published or
SAI 48
private benchmark. All Managing Directors, including Ms. de Boutray and Ms. Tubbs, are compensated
by growth in ZCIs profits, thereby aligning professional interests with clients growth potential.
Portfolio Managers of Alpha Equity. The four primary investment professionals are partners of Alpha
Equity management, each having a similar economic stake in the company. Further, the senior
executives (the CFO/COO/CCO, Director of Business Development, and Director of Strategic Planning)
are also partners. After the payment of administrative expenses, each partner receives a base
salary. Cash flow in excess of administrative expenses and partner base salaries are available for
bonus allocations. Bonus allocations are determined annually based on contributions of each
professional to the success of the overall business and subject to preset formulaic minimums (these
minimums are tied to product-revenue generated, which is substantially impacted by investment
performance). At current asset and revenue levels, the current compensation for the Partners is
100% base salary.
New investment professionals are provided with industry-competitive salary/bonus opportunities, and
if new partners were to join, they would purchase equity shares from existing partners based on
then current firm valuation levels. All non-partner employees of Alpha Equity receive a
market-competitive base salary and participate in a bonus program tied to individual performance
and contributions, as determined annually by the firms Partners.
Securities Ownership of Portfolio Managers. The table below shows the range of equity securities
beneficially owned by each portfolio manager in the Fund or Funds managed by the portfolio manager.
The information is as of March 31, 2010, except as otherwise noted.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
RidgeWorth Fund(s) |
|
|
Portfolio Manager |
|
Managed |
|
Range of Securities Owned ($) |
Seth Antiles |
|
Intermediate Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Investment Grade Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Limited Duration Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Seix Global Strategy Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Total Return Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
U.S. Government Securities Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
|
|
10,001-50,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Charles B. Arrington |
|
Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
100,001-500,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Brett Barner |
|
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
George E. Calvert Jr. |
|
Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Chris Carter |
|
North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Short-Term Bond Fund |
|
|
10,001-50,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Robert Corner |
|
Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
International Equity Fund |
|
|
1-10,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Chad Deakins |
|
International Equity Index Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Large Cap Quantitative Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
50,001-100,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Brook deBoutray |
|
Emerging Growth Stock fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
International Equity 130/30 Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Vince Fioramonti |
|
Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Alan Gayle |
|
Conservative Allocation Strategy |
|
None |
|
|
|
Growth Allocation Strategy |
|
None |
|
|
|
Moderate Allocation Strategy |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
George Goudelias |
|
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Chris Guinther |
|
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
10,001-50,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
James Keegan |
|
Intermediate Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Investment Grade Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Limited Duration Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Seix Global Strategy Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Corporate Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Total Return Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
U.S. Government Securities Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Michael Kirkpatrick |
|
Seix High Yield Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Neil Kochen |
|
International Equity 130/30 Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Jeffrey E. Markunas |
|
Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
|
|
100,001-500,000 |
|
SAI 49
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
RidgeWorth Fund(s) |
|
|
Portfolio Manager |
|
Managed |
|
Range of Securities Owned ($) |
Michael McEachern |
|
High Income Fund |
|
|
100,001-500,000 |
|
|
|
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Seix High Yield Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Kevin Means |
|
Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
H. Rick Nelson |
|
Short-Term Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Brian Nold |
|
High Income Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Seix High Yield Fund |
|
|
10,001-50,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Joe Ransom |
|
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Mills Riddick |
|
Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
101,000-500,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Michael Rieger |
|
Intermediate Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Investment Grade Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Limited Duration Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Total Return Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
U.S. Government Securities Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Michael A. Sansoterra |
|
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
50,001-100,000 |
|
|
|
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
10,001-50,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Ron Schwartz |
|
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Chad Stephens |
|
Short-Term Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Perry Troisi |
|
Corporate Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Intermediate Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Investment Grade Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Limited Duration Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
Total Return Bond Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
U.S. Government Securities Fund |
|
None |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Leslie Tubbs |
|
Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
50,001-100,000 |
|
|
|
Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
10,001-50,000 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Adrien Webb |
|
Intermediate Bond Fund |
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None |
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Investment Grade Bond Fund |
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None |
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Limited Duration Fund |
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None |
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Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
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None |
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Seix Global Strategy Fund |
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None |
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Corporate Bond Fund |
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None |
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Total Return Bond Fund |
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None |
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U.S. Government Securities Fund |
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None |
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Matthew Welden |
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International Equity Index Fund |
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1-10,000 |
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Don Wordell |
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Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
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10,001-50,000 |
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Nancy Zevenbergen |
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Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
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50,001-100,000 |
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Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
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None |
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SAI 50
THE ADMINISTRATOR
General. Citi Fund Services Ohio, Inc. (the Administrator) serves as administrator of the Trust.
Prior to the acquisition of the Administrator by a subsidiary of Citibank N.A. on August 1, 2007,
the Administrator was known as BISYS Fund Services Ohio, Inc. The Administrator, an Ohio
corporation, has its principal business offices at 3435 Stelzer Road, Columbus, Ohio 43219. The
Administrator provides administration services to other investment companies.
Master Services Agreement with the Trust. The Trust and the Administrator have entered into a
master services agreement (the Master Services Agreement). Under the Master Services Agreement,
the Administrator provides the Trust with administrative services, including day-to-day
administration of matters necessary to each Funds operations, maintenance of records and the books
of the Trust, preparation of reports, assistance with compliance monitoring of the Funds
activities, and certain supplemental services in connection with the Trusts obligations under the
Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002; fund accounting services; transfer agency services and shareholder
services.
The Master Services Agreement provides that it shall remain in effect until and shall continue in
effect for successive one year periods subject to review at least annually by the Trustees of the
Trust unless terminated by either party on not less than 90 days written notice to the other party.
Administration Fees to be Paid to the Administrator. Under the Master Services Agreement, the
Administrator is entitled to receive an asset-based fee for administration, fund accounting,
transfer agency and shareholder services (expressed as a percentage of the combined average daily
net assets of the RidgeWorth Complex) of 2.75 basis points (0.0275%) on the first $25 billion,
2.25 basis points (0.0225%) on the next $5 billion, and 1.75 basis points (0.0175%) on the amounts
over $30 billion, plus an additional class fee of $2,930 per class annually, applicable to each
additional class of shares over 145 classes of shares. The Administrator may waive a portion of
its fee.
The Master Services Agreement provides for the Administrator to pay certain insurance premiums for
the RidgeWorth Complex, including $300,000 toward the premium for Directors and Officers
Liability/Errors and Omissions insurance coverage, and $25,000 toward the premium for Fidelity Bond
coverage. The Administrator has also separately agreed to provide, for the benefit of
shareholders, (i) annual fee waivers and certain administrative services at an annual value of at
least $950,000, and (ii) additional annual fee waivers expected to be approximately $200,000 to
$300,000 of its annual administrative fees until June 30, 2009. The waivers described in (i) above
include targeted fee waivers (TFWs) that are not applied uniformly across the Funds. In some
instances, the TFWs may be applied to non-capped Funds on a voluntary basis. In certain other
instances, the waivers may be applied to Funds subject to a contractual expense limitation or cap.
The application of TFWs to contractually capped Funds may decrease or eliminate the Advisers
obligation to reimburse the Funds for expenses incurred in excess of the expense cap. The
administrative services described in (i) above include: (a) paying for certain legal expenses for
the benefit of the Funds associated with fund administration matters such as mergers and
acquisitions, proxy statements, exemptive relief, contract review, and preparation of SEC filings
and prospectuses with respect to the Funds and (b) providing certain shareholder services. The
waivers described in (ii) above are applied pro rata to reduce the expenses of each Fund in the
RidgeWorth Complex. Such payments and fee waivers will not be recouped by the Administrator in
subsequent years.
SAI 51
For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2010, March 31, 2009, and March 31, 2008, the Funds paid the
following administrative fees to the Administrator:
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Fees Paid (in thousands)($) |
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Fees Waived (in thousands)($) |
Fund |
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2010 |
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2009 |
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2008 |
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2010 |
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2009 |
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2008 |
Aggressive Growth Allocation
Strategy |
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11 |
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16 |
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4 |
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3 |
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Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
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69 |
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93 |
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3 |
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4 |
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Conservative Allocation Strategy |
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4 |
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4 |
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2 |
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3 |
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Corporate Bond Fund |
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37 |
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39 |
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1 |
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13 |
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Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
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28 |
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34 |
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1 |
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2 |
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Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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49 |
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44 |
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16 |
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14 |
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Growth Allocation Strategy |
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30 |
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38 |
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5 |
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1 |
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High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
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35 |
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46 |
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2 |
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2 |
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High Income Fund |
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27 |
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31 |
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10 |
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8 |
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Institutional Cash Management
Money Market Fund |
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988 |
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1,001 |
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285 |
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190 |
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Institutional Municipal Cash
Reserve Money Market Fund |
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23 |
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21 |
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11 |
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11 |
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Institutional U.S. Government
Securities Money Market Fund |
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682 |
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340 |
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36 |
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8 |
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Institutional U.S. Treasury
Securities Money Market Fund |
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797 |
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635 |
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153 |
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46 |
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Intermediate Bond Fund |
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234 |
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156 |
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12 |
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23 |
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International Equity 130/30 Fund |
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69 |
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12 |
* |
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16 |
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0 |
* |
International Equity Fund |
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227 |
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|
367 |
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9 |
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13 |
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International Equity Index Fund |
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293 |
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406 |
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10 |
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11 |
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Investment Grade Bond Fund |
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126 |
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128 |
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5 |
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4 |
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Investment Grade Tax-Exempt
Bond Fund |
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200 |
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144 |
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9 |
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5 |
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Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
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258 |
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447 |
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66 |
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17 |
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Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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192 |
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274 |
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68 |
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83 |
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Large Cap Quantitative Equity
Fund |
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29 |
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77 |
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11 |
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3 |
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Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
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|
311 |
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|
307 |
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15 |
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12 |
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Limited Duration Fund |
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14 |
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17 |
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1 |
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0 |
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Limited-Term Federal Mortgage
Securities Fund |
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23 |
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47 |
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1 |
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2 |
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Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
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12 |
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12 |
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0 |
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0 |
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SAI 52
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Fees Paid (in thousands)($) |
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Fees Waived (in thousands)($) |
Fund |
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2010 |
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2009 |
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2008 |
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2010 |
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2009 |
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2008 |
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
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49 |
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90 |
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7 |
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3 |
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Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
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75 |
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87 |
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3 |
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6 |
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Moderate Allocation Strategy |
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59 |
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73 |
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9 |
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5 |
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North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond
Fund |
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13 |
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12 |
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1 |
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0 |
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Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
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2,222 |
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2,520 |
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394 |
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106 |
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Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
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5 |
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1 |
* |
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1 |
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0 |
* |
Seix Floating Rate High Income
Fund |
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147 |
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197 |
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7 |
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7 |
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Seix Global Strategy Fund |
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2 |
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* |
* |
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1 |
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* |
* |
Seix High Yield Fund |
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251 |
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279 |
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38 |
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18 |
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Select Large Cap Growth Stock
Fund |
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48 |
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53 |
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6 |
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7 |
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Short-Term Bond Fund |
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107 |
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108 |
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5 |
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4 |
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Short-Term U.S. Treasury
Securities Fund |
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26 |
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23 |
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1 |
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8 |
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Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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138 |
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213 |
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18 |
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63 |
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Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
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122 |
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182 |
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22 |
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7 |
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Tax Exempt Money Market Fund |
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533 |
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526 |
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104 |
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21 |
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Total Return Bond Fund |
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|
168 |
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183 |
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8 |
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7 |
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Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
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33 |
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33 |
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17 |
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28 |
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U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
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11 |
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2 |
* |
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1 |
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0 |
* |
U.S. Government Securities Fund |
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122 |
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152 |
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6 |
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6 |
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U.S. Government Securities
Money Market Fund |
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426 |
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305 |
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22 |
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13 |
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U.S. Government Securities
Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
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29 |
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16 |
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12 |
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8 |
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U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund |
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405 |
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286 |
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165 |
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34 |
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Virginia Intermediate Municipal
Bond Fund |
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56 |
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59 |
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3 |
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5 |
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Virginia Tax Free Money Market
Fund |
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171 |
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186 |
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33 |
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7 |
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SAI 53
THE DISTRIBUTOR
The Trust and RidgeWorth Distributors LLC (the Distributor) are parties to a Distribution
Agreement whereby the Distributor acts as principal underwriter for the Trusts shares. The
principal business address of the Distributor is 10 High Street, Suite 302, Boston, Massachusetts
02110. Under the terms of the Distribution Agreement, the Distributor must use all reasonable
efforts, consistent with its other business, in connection with the continuous offering of shares
of the Trust. The Distributor receives an annual fee of $3,500 per Fund, with a minimum fee of
$172,000 annually for the services it performs pursuant to the Distribution Agreement. In addition,
the A Shares of the Funds have a distribution and service plan (the A Shares Plan), the B Shares
of the Funds have a distribution and service plan (the B Shares Plan), the C Shares of the Funds
have a distribution and service plan (the C Shares Plan), and the R Shares have a distribution
and service plan (the R Shares Plan).Prior to August 20, 2008, Foreside Distribution Services
L.P. (Foreside) served as the distributor of the Trusts shares.
The continuance of a distribution agreement must be specifically approved at least annually (i) by
the vote of the trustees or by a vote of the shareholders of the funds and (ii) by the vote of a
majority of the trustees who are not parties to such distribution agreement or interested persons
of any party thereto, as defined in the 1940 Act, cast in person at a meeting called for the
purpose of voting on such approval. A distribution agreement will terminate automatically in the
event of its assignment, and is terminable at any time without penalty by the trustees, the
distributor, or, with respect to any fund, by a majority of the outstanding shares of that fund,
upon 60 days written notice by either party. The Distributor has no obligation to sell any
specific quantity of Fund shares.
For the fiscal years ended March 31, 200910 March 31, 2009 and March 31, 2008, the Funds paid the
following aggregate sales charge payable to the Distributor with respect to the A Shares:
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Aggregate Sales Charge Payable to |
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Amount Retained by Distributor |
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Distributor (in thousands) ($) |
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(in thousands) ($) |
Fund |
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2010 |
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2009 |
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2008 |
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2010 |
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2009 |
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2008 |
Aggressive Growth Allocation
Strategy |
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3 |
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4 |
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0 |
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0 |
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Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
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2 |
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1 |
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0 |
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0 |
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Conservative Allocation Strategy |
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2 |
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1 |
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0 |
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0 |
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Corporate Bond Fund |
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|
40 |
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0 |
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7 |
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0 |
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Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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0 |
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0 |
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Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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0 |
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0 |
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Growth Allocation Strategy |
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4 |
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|
24 |
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1 |
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0 |
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High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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0 |
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0 |
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High Income Fund |
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2 |
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|
10 |
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0 |
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0 |
|
Intermediate Bond Fund |
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8 |
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|
0 |
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1 |
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0 |
|
International Equity 130/30 Fund |
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|
0 |
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|
0 |
* |
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|
0 |
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|
0 |
* |
International Equity Fund |
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|
3 |
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|
2 |
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|
1 |
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|
0 |
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International Equity Index Fund |
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|
0 |
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|
10 |
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|
0 |
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|
0 |
|
Investment Grade Bond Fund |
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|
35 |
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|
1 |
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|
6 |
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0 |
|
Investment Grade Tax-Exempt
Bond Fund |
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|
17 |
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0 |
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|
3 |
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|
0 |
|
SAI 54
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|
Aggregate Sales Charge Payable to |
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Amount Retained by Distributor |
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|
Distributor (in thousands) ($) |
|
(in thousands) ($) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
|
|
|
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|
|
5 |
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|
|
6 |
|
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|
1 |
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|
0 |
|
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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|
|
|
|
|
5 |
|
|
|
9 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Large Cap Quantitative Equity
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
7 |
|
|
|
11 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage
Securities Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
8 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Moderate Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
4 |
|
|
|
21 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
Seix Floating Rate High Income
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
8 |
|
|
|
31 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Seix Global Strategy Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
* |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
* |
* |
Seix High Yield Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
30 |
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
5 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Select Large Cap Growth Stock
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Short-Term Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Short-Term U.S. Treasury
Securities Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
6 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
4 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
4 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Total Return Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
10 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
2 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
U.S. Government Securities Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
30 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
5 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
U.S. Government Securities
Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Virginia Intermediate Municipal
Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
7 |
|
|
|
9 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Virginia Tax Free Money Market
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
SAI 55
Each of the Equity Funds and the Allocation Strategies (excluding the Conservative Allocation
Strategy) pays the following amount of front-end sales charge to Investment Consultants (Dealers)
as a percentage of the offering price of A Shares:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
More than |
|
More than |
|
More than |
|
More than |
|
|
|
|
$50,000 but |
|
$100,000 but |
|
$250,000 but |
|
$500,000 but |
|
|
Less than |
|
less than |
|
less than |
|
less than |
|
less than |
|
$1,000,000 |
$50,000 |
|
$100,000 |
|
$250,000 |
|
$500,000 |
|
$1,000,000 |
|
and over* |
5.00%
|
|
4.00%
|
|
3.00%
|
|
2.00%
|
|
1.75%
|
|
0.00% |
Each of the Fixed Income Funds (except the Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund, Seix
Floating Rate High Income Fund, Short-Term Bond Fund and Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund)
and the Conservative Allocation Strategy pays the following amount of front-end sales charge to
Investment Consultants (Dealers) as a percentage of the offering price of A Shares:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
More than |
|
More than |
|
More than |
|
More than |
|
|
|
|
$50,000 but |
|
$100,000 but |
|
$250,000 but |
|
$500,000 but |
|
|
Less than |
|
less than |
|
less than |
|
less than |
|
less than |
|
$1,000,000 |
$50,000 |
|
$100,000 |
|
$250,000 |
|
$500,000 |
|
$1,000,000 |
|
and over* |
4.00%
|
|
3.75%
|
|
2.75%
|
|
2.00%
|
|
1.75%
|
|
0.00% |
The Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund, Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund, Short-Term
Bond Fund and Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund pays the following amount of front-end sales
charge to Investment Consultants (Dealers) as a percentage of the offering price of A Shares:
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
More than |
|
More than |
|
More than |
|
More than |
|
|
|
|
$50,000 but |
|
$100,000 but |
|
$250,000 but |
|
$500,000 but |
|
|
Less than |
|
less than |
|
less than |
|
less than |
|
less than |
|
$1,000,000 |
$50,000 |
|
$100,000 |
|
$250,000 |
|
$500,000 |
|
$1,000,000 |
|
and over* |
2.25%
|
|
2.00%
|
|
1.75%
|
|
1.50%
|
|
1.25%
|
|
0.00% |
|
|
|
* |
|
While investments of more than $1,000,000 are not subject to a front-end sales charge, the
Distributor may pay Dealers commissions ranging from 0.25% to 1.00% on such purchases. Dealer
commissions on investments of over $1,000,000 are paid on a tiered basis as follows: |
|
|
|
|
|
Trade Amount |
|
Payout to Dealer |
$1,000,000 $2,999,999
|
|
|
1.00 |
% |
$3,000,000 $49,999,999
|
|
|
0.50 |
% |
$50,000,000 and above
|
|
|
0.25 |
% |
For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2010, March 31, 2009 and March 31, 2008, the Funds paid the
following aggregate sales charge payable to the Distributor with respect to the B Shares:
Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner & Smith, Inc. receives an additional 0.25% of the front-end sales
charge of certain of the A Shares of the Trust.
SAI 56
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Aggregate Sales Charge Payable to |
|
|
|
|
Distributor (in thousands) |
|
Amount Retained by Distributor |
|
|
($) |
|
(in thousands) ($) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
Aggressive Growth Allocation
Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Conservative Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Growth Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Moderate Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2010, March 31, 2009 and March 31, 2008, the Funds paid the
aggregate sales charge payable to the Distributor with respect to the C Shares shown below.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Aggregate Sales Charge |
|
|
|
|
Payable to Distributor (in thousands) |
|
Amount Retained by |
|
|
($) |
|
Distributor (in thousands) ($) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
Aggressive Growth Allocation
Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Conservative Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
12 |
|
|
|
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Corporate Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
5 |
|
|
|
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Growth Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
9 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
High Income Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
5 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Intermediate Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
4 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
International Equity 130/30 Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
International Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
International Equity Index Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
4 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Investment Grade Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
48 |
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Investment Grade Tax-Exempt
Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
8 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
4 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Large Cap Quantitative Equity
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
4 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
SAI 57
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Aggregate Sales Charge |
|
|
|
|
Payable to Distributor (in thousands) |
|
Amount Retained by |
|
|
($) |
|
Distributor (in thousands) ($) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage
Securities Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Moderate Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
4 |
|
|
|
6 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
Seix Floating Rate High Income |
|
|
|
|
|
|
4 |
|
|
|
3 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Seix Global Strategy Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
* |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
* |
* |
Seix High Yield Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
22 |
|
|
|
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Select Large Cap Growth Stock
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Short-Term Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Short-Term U.S. Treasury
Securities Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
7 |
|
|
|
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
2 |
|
|
|
2 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Total Return Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
1 |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
U.S. Government Securities Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
1 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Virginia Intermediate Municipal
Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
SAI 58
A Shares, B Shares, C Shares and R Shares Distribution Plans
The Distribution Agreement and the A Shares Plan adopted by the Trust provide that A Shares of the
Funds will pay the Distributor fees for furnishing services related to (a) the distribution and
sale of shares of each Fund and (b) the shareholders servicing of A Shares of each Fund. The table
below shows the maximum amount approved by the Board of Trustees as (i) aggregate fees for
distribution and shareholder service activities and (ii) the maximum amount of the fee allocated
for shareholder servicing.
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Distribution and |
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A Shares Plan |
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Current A Shares |
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Service Fee Payable |
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Distribution and |
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Plan Distribution |
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for Shareholder |
Fund |
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Service Fee |
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and Service Fee* |
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Services** |
Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Conservative Allocation Strategy |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Corporate Bond Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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0.18 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
Growth Allocation Strategy |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
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0.18 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
High Income Fund |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Intermediate Bond Fund |
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0.25 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
International Equity 130/30 Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
International Equity Fund |
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0.33 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
International Equity Index Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Investment Grade Bond Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
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0.25 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund |
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0.25 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
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0.33 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
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0.23 |
% |
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0.20 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Moderate Allocation Strategy |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
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0.20 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Seix Global Strategy Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Seix High Yield Fund |
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0.25 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Short-Term Bond Fund |
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0.23 |
% |
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0.20 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund |
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0.18 |
% |
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0.18 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
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Maximum Amount of |
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A Shares Plan |
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Maximum |
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Distribution and |
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A Shares Plan |
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Current A Shares |
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Service Fee Payable |
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Distribution and |
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Plan Distribution |
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for Shareholder |
Fund |
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Service Fee |
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and Service Fee* |
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Services** |
Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
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0.33 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
Total Return Bond Fund |
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0.25 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
U.S. Government Securities Fund |
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0.35 |
% |
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0.30 |
% |
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0.25 |
% |
U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
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0.17 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund |
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0.20 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
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0.15 |
% |
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The Board has currently approved the implementation of only the amounts shown in the
column above. Payments under the A Shares Plan may not exceed the amounts shown above unless the
Board approves the implementation of higher amounts. |
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Up to the amounts specified may be used to provide compensation for personal, ongoing
servicing and/or maintenance of shareholder accounts with respect to the A Shares of the
applicable Fund. |
In addition, the Distribution Agreement, the B Shares Plan and the C Shares Plan adopted by the
Trust provide that B Shares and C Shares of each applicable Fund (except the Prime Quality Money
Market Fund) will pay the Distributor a fee of up to 0.75% of the average daily net assets of that
Fund. The Distribution Agreement and the R Shares Plan provide that R Shares will pay the
Distributor a fee of up 0.25% of the average daily net assets of the Fund. The Distributor can use
these fees to compensate broker-dealers and service providers, including SunTrust and its
affiliates, which provide administrative and/or distribution services to each Fund. In addition, B
Shares, C Shares and R Shares are subject to a service fee of up to 0.25% of the average daily net
assets of the B Shares, C Shares and R Shares of each applicable Fund. This service fee will be
used for services provided and expenses incurred in maintaining shareholder accounts, responding to
shareholder inquiries and providing information to B Shares , C Shares or R Shares shareholders or
their customers who beneficially own B Shares, C Shares or R Shares. The maximum distribution and
shareholder servicing fee for C shares of the Prime Quality Money Market Fund is 0.25% of the
average daily net assets of that Funds C Shares.
Services for which broker-dealers and service providers may be compensated include establishing and
maintaining customer accounts and records; aggregating and processing purchase and redemption
requests from customers; placing net purchase and redemption orders with the Distributor;
automatically investing customer account cash balances; providing periodic statements to customers;
arranging for wires; answering customer inquiries concerning their investments; assisting customers
in changing dividend options, account designations, and addresses; performing sub-accounting
functions; processing dividend payments from the Trust on behalf of customers; and forwarding
shareholder communications from the Trust (such as proxies, shareholder reports, and dividend
distribution and tax notices) to these customers with respect to investments in the Trust. Certain
state securities laws may require those financial institutions providing such distribution services
to register as dealers pursuant to state law. Although banking laws and regulations prohibit banks
from distributing shares of open-end investment companies such as the Trust, according to an
opinion issued to the staff of the SEC by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, financial
institutions are not prohibited from acting in other capacities for investment companies, such as
providing shareholder services. Should future legislative, judicial, or administrative action
prohibit or restrict the activities of financial institutions in connection with providing
shareholder services, the Trust may be required to alter materially or discontinue its arrangements
with such financial institutions.
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The Trust has adopted the A Shares Plan, the B Shares Plan, the C Shares Plan and the R Shares
Plan in each case in accordance with the provisions of Rule 12b-1 under the 1940 Act, which rule
regulates circumstances under which an investment company may directly or indirectly bear expenses
relating to the distribution of its shares. Continuance of the A Shares Plan, the B Shares Plan,
the C Shares Plan and the R Shares Plan must be approved annually by a majority of the Trustees of
the Trust and by a majority of the disinterested Trustees. Distribution related expenditures under
the A Shares Plan, the B Shares Plan, the C Shares Plan and the R Shares Plan may support the
distribution of any class or combination of classes of Shares of a Fund. The A Shares Plan, the B
Shares Plan, the C Shares Plan and the R Shares Plan require that quarterly written reports of
amounts spent under the A Shares Plan, the B Shares Plan, the C Shares Plan and the R Shares Plan,
respectively, and the purposes of such expenditures be furnished to and reviewed by the Trustees.
The A Shares Plan, the B Shares Plan, the C Shares Plan and the R Shares Plan may not be amended to
increase materially the amount that may be spent thereunder without approval by a majority of the
outstanding shares of the affected class of shares of the Trust. All material amendments of the
Plans will require approval by a majority of the Trustees of the Trust and of the disinterested
Trustees.
There is no sales charge on purchases of B Shares, C Shares or R Shares, but B Shares and C Shares
are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge if they are redeemed within five and one years,
respectively, of purchase. Pursuant to the Distribution Agreement, the B Shares Plan, the C Shares
Plan and the R Shares Plan, B Shares, C Shares and R Shares are subject to an ongoing distribution
and service fee calculated on each Funds aggregate average daily net assets attributable to its B
Shares, C Shares or R Shares.
The following amounts paid to the Distributor by the Funds (including when they were Predecessor
Funds, if applicable) under the Plan during the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010 were used as set
forth below:
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Marketing |
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Advertising |
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Shareholders |
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Underwriters |
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to Dealers |
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Personnel |
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Charges |
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Expenses |
Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy |
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Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
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Corporate Bond Fund |
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Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
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Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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Growth Allocation Strategy |
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High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
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Securities Money Market Fund |
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Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
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Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund |
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Seix Global Strategy Fund |
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Seix High Yield Fund |
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Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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Short-Term Bond Fund |
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Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund |
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Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
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Tax Exempt Money Market Fund |
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Total Return Bond Fund |
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U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
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U.S. Government Securities Fund |
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U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
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U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
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U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund |
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Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund |
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Virginia Tax Free Money Market Fund |
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SAI 62
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010, the Funds paid the following amounts as compensation
to broker-dealers pursuant to the A Shares Plan:
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Amount Paid |
Fund |
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(in thousands)($) |
Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy
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Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
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Conservative Allocation Strategy |
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Corporate Bond Fund |
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Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
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Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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Growth Allocation Strategy |
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High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
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High Income Fund |
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Intermediate Bond Fund |
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International Equity 130/30 Fund |
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International Equity Fund |
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International Equity Index Fund |
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Investment Grade Bond Fund |
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Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
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Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund |
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Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
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Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
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Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
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Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
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Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
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Moderate Allocation Strategy |
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North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
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Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
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Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund |
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Seix Global Strategy Fund |
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Seix High Yield Fund |
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Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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Short-Term Bond Fund |
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Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund |
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Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
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Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund |
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Total Return Bond Fund |
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U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
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U.S. Government Securities Fund |
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U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
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U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund |
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Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund |
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Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund |
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SAI 63
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010, the Funds paid the following amounts as compensation to
broker-dealers pursuant to the B Shares Plan:
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Amount Paid |
Fund |
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(in thousands) ($) |
Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy |
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Conservative Allocation Strategy |
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Growth Allocation Strategy |
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Moderate Allocation Strategy |
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For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010, the Funds paid the amounts shown below as compensation to
broker-dealers pursuant to the C Shares Plan.
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Amount Paid |
Fund |
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(in thousands) ($) |
Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy |
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Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
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Conservative Allocation Strategy |
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Corporate Bond Fund |
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Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
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Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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Growth Allocation Strategy |
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High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
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High Income Fund |
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Intermediate Bond Fund |
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International Equity 130/30 Fund |
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International Equity Fund |
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International Equity Index Fund |
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Investment Grade Bond Fund |
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Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
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Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund |
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Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
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Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
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Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
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Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
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Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
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Moderate Allocation Strategy |
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North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
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Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
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Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund |
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Seix Global Strategy Fund |
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Seix High Yield Fund |
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SAI 64
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Amount Paid |
Fund |
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(in thousands) ($) |
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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Short-Term Bond Fund |
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Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund |
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Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
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Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund |
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Total Return Bond Fund |
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U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
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U.S. Government Securities Fund |
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Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund |
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For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010, the Funds paid the amounts shown below as compensation to
broker-dealers pursuant to the R Shares Plan.
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Amount Paid |
Fund |
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(in thousands) ($) |
Intermediate Bond Fund |
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Total Return Bond Fund |
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Other than any portion of the sales charges imposed on purchases, the following table shows the
level of compensation paid by the Distributor to broker-dealers selling A Shares and C Shares
(purchased prior to August 1, 2005), unless otherwise agreed upon by the Distributor and such
broker-dealer.
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Annual Payout |
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12(b)-1 |
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Annual Payout |
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Effective |
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12(b)-1 Effective |
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Immediately |
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Initial Payment |
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in the 13th Month |
Fund |
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(A)* |
|
At Time Of Sale (C) |
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(C)** |
Equity Funds |
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Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy |
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0.25 |
% |
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|
1.00 |
% |
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|
1.00 |
% |
Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
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0.25 |
% |
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|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Conservative Allocation Strategy |
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0.25 |
% |
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|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Corporate Bond Fund |
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|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
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|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Growth Allocation Strategy |
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|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
International Equity 130/30 Fund |
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|
0.25 |
% |
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|
1.00 |
% |
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|
1.00 |
% |
International Equity Fund |
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|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
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|
1.00 |
% |
International Equity Index Fund |
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|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
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|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
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|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Moderate Allocation Strategy |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
SAI 65
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|
Annual Payout |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
12(b)-1 |
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|
|
|
|
Annual Payout |
|
|
Effective |
|
|
|
|
|
12(b)-1 Effective |
|
|
Immediately |
|
Initial Payment |
|
in the 13th Month |
Fund |
|
(A)* |
|
At Time Of Sale (C) |
|
(C)** |
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Fixed Income Funds |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Corporate Bond Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
High Income Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Intermediate Bond Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Investment Grade Bond Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Limited Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Seix Global Strategy Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Seix High Yield Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Short Term Bond Fund |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Corporate Bond Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Total Return Bond Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
U.S. Government Securities Fund |
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
|
|
N/A |
|
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
|
|
1.00 |
% |
Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
|
|
0.15 |
% |
|
|
N/A |
|
|
|
0.25 |
% |
|
|
|
* |
|
Initial Front End Sales Charge for A Shares ranges from 5.75% maximum to 1.50%
depending on Fund and breakpoints (outlined in prospectus). |
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** |
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The C Shares Contingent Deferred Sales Charge (CDSC) will be waived for certain
retirement plan providers (Intermediary) with whom the Trust has entered into an
administrative arrangement under which the Intermediary agrees to provide certain
recordkeeping or administrative services. Under such arrangements, the Trust will not
pay an upfront commission. Rather, the Trust shall pay (or cause to be paid) asset-based
compensation to the Intermediary of up to 1.00% annually of the average daily net assets
of the plan assets invested in C Shares of the Funds (of which 0.25% consists of the
Distribution Plan service fee). |
SAI 66
Other than any portion of the sales charges imposed on purchases, and unless otherwise agreed
upon by the Distributor and such broker-dealer the Distributor pays broker-dealers selling C Shares
purchased beginning August 1, 2005, an initial payment at the time of sale of 1.00% and annual
12(b)-1 payout effective in the 13th month of 1.00%. The Distributor uses fees it has received
from both the distribution plan and from contingent deferred sales charges to make these upfront
payments to broker-dealers. If, for any reason, there are insufficient fees available to the
Distributor from the distribution plan and the contingent deferred sales charges, to make these
payments, the Adviser will provide the Distributor with funds that can, in turn, be used by the
Distributor to make these upfront payments to broker-dealers.
Participation Payment Program. The Adviser, the Subadvisers and their affiliates may make payments
to certain intermediaries for marketing support services, including business planning assistance,
educating dealer personnel about the Funds and shareholder financial planning needs, placement on
the intermediarys preferred or recommended fund company list, and access to sales meetings, sales
representatives and management representatives of the dealer. These payments are made to
intermediaries that are registered as holders of record or dealers of record for accounts in a
Fund. These payments are generally based on one or more of the following factors: average net
assets of the Funds attributable to that intermediary, gross or net sales of the Funds attributable
to that intermediary, reimbursement of ticket charges (fees that an intermediary firm charges its
representatives for effecting transactions in fund shares) or a negotiated lump sum payment for
services rendered. The Adviser, the Subadvisers and their affiliates compensate dealers
differently depending upon, among other factors, the level and/or type of marketing support
provided by the intermediary. As of July 3, 2009, the following firms were receiving
participation payment program payments:
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Citigroup Global Markets Inc./Smith Barney* |
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UBS Financial Services Inc. |
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* |
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Citigroup Global Markets Inc./Smith Barney is an indirect affiliate of Citi Fund Services Ohio,
Inc., the administrator for the Trust. |
Shareholder Servicing Plans.
A and I Shares. The Trust has adopted a Shareholder Servicing Plan for the A Shares and I Shares
of certain of the Funds (the A Shares and I Shares Servicing Plans). Under the A Shares and I
Shares Servicing Plans, the Funds may pay Intermediaries a fee of up to 0.15% of the average daily
net assets attributable to the A Shares and I Shares. Intermediaries may perform, or may
compensate other service providers for performing, the following shareholder services: (i)
establishing and maintaining accounts and records relating to shareholders; (ii) processing
dividend and distribution payments from a Fund on behalf of shareholders; (iii) providing
information periodically to shareholders showing their positions in shares and integrating such
statements with those of other transactions and balances in shareholders other accounts serviced
by such intermediary; (iv) arranging for bank wires; (v) responding to shareholder inquiries
relating to the services performed; (vi) responding to routine inquiries from shareholders
concerning their investment; (vii) providing subacccounting with respect to shares beneficially
owned by shareholders, or the information to a Fund necessary for subaccounting; (viii) if required
by law, forwarding shareholder communications from a Fund (such as proxies, shareholder reports,
annual and semi-annual financial statements and dividend, distribution and tax notices) to
shareholders; (ix) assisting in processing purchase, exchange and redemption requests from
shareholders and in placing such orders with service contractors; (x) assisting shareholders in
changing dividend options, account designations and addresses; (xi) providing shareholders with a
service that invests the assets of their accounts in shares pursuant to specific or pre-authorized
instructions; and (xiii) providing such other similar services as a Fund or its shareholders may
reasonable request to the extent the intermediary is permitted to do so under applicable statutes,
rules and regulations. The Funds did not make any payments pursuant to the A Shares and I Shares
Servicing Plans for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2010, March 31, 2009 and March 31, 2008.
R Shares. The Trust has adopted a Shareholder Servicing Plan for the R Shares of certain of the
Funds (the R Shares Servicing Plan). Under the R Shares Servicing Plan, the Funds may pay
Intermediaries a fee of up to 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable to the R Shares.
Intermediaries may perform, or may compensate other service providers for performing, the following
shareholder services: (i) establishing and maintaining accounts and records relating to
shareholders; (ii) processing dividend and distribution payments from a Fund on behalf of
shareholders;
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(iii) providing information periodically to shareholders showing their positions in shares and
integrating such statements with those of other transactions and balances in shareholders other
accounts serviced by such intermediary; (iv) arranging for bank wires; (v) responding to
shareholder inquiries relating to the services performed; (vi) responding to routine inquiries from
shareholders concerning their investment; (vii) providing subacccounting with respect to shares
beneficially owned by shareholders, or the information to a Fund necessary for subaccounting;
(viii) if required by law, forwarding shareholder communications from a Fund (such as proxies,
shareholder reports, annual and semi-annual financial statements and dividend, distribution and tax
notices) to shareholders; (ix) assisting in processing purchase, exchange and redemption requests
from shareholders and in placing such orders with service contractors; (x) assisting shareholders
in changing dividend options, account designations and addresses; (xi) providing shareholders with
a service that invests the assets of their accounts in shares pursuant to specific or
pre-authorized instructions; and (xiii) providing such other similar services as a Fund or its
shareholders may reasonable request to the extent the intermediary is permitted to do so under
applicable statutes, rules and regulations. The Funds did not make any payments pursuant to the R
Shares Servicing Plans for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2010, March 31, 2009 and March 31,
2008.
Corporate Trust Shares. The Trust has adopted a shareholder service plan for the Institutional U.S.
Treasury Securities Money Market Funds Corporate Trust Shares (the Service Plan). Under the
Service Plan, the Institutional U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market Fund will pay financial
intermediaries (Intermediaries) a fee of up to 0.25% of the average daily net assets attributable
to the Corporate Trust Shares. Intermediaries may perform, or may compensate other service
providers for performing, the following shareholder services: maintaining client accounts;
arranging for bank wires; responding to client inquiries concerning services provided on
investments; assisting clients in changing dividend options, account designations and addresses;
sub-accounting; providing information on share positions to clients; forwarding shareholder
communications to clients; processing purchase, exchange and redemption orders; and processing
dividend payments.
For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2010, March 31, 2009 and March 31, 2008, the Institutional
U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market Fund paid the following amount pursuant to the Service Plan:
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THE TRANSFER AGENT
Citi Fund Services Ohio, Inc., 3435 Stelzer Road, Columbus, Ohio 43219, serves as the transfer
agent and dividend paying agent to the Trust.
THE CUSTODIAN
SunTrust Bank, 303 Peachtree Street N.E., 14th Floor, Atlanta, GA 30308 serves as the custodian for
all of the Funds except for the Corporate Bond Fund, the International Equity Fund, the
International Equity Index Fund, the International Equity 130/30 Fund, the Real Estate 130/30 Fund,
the Seix Global Strategy Fund, the U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund, the Corporate Bond Fund and the
Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund. SunTrust Bank is paid on the basis of net assets
and transactions costs of the Funds. The custodian is responsible for the safekeeping of the
assets of the Funds.
SunTrust Bank also serves as the custodian for the collateral reinvestment account in which
collateral on behalf of the Funds securities lending program is maintained. In addition, SunTrust
Bank provides other services to support the Funds securities lending program through periodic
monitoring and reporting of certain aspects related to the program including, but not limited to,
loan balances of specific borrowers. The information is provided to the Adviser to support its
oversight of the program. SunTrust Bank receives an annual fee of approximately $114,000 for these
additional services.
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Brown Brothers Harriman & Co., 40 Water Street, Boston, MA 02109 serves as custodian for the
Corporate Bond Fund, International Equity 130/30 Fund, the International Equity Fund, the
International Equity Index Fund, the Real Estate 130/30 Fund, the Seix Global Strategy Fund, the
U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund and the Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund. The custodian is
responsible for the safekeeping of the assets of the Funds.
INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, located at 41 South High Street, Columbus, OH 43215, serves as the
Trusts independent registered public accounting firm.
LEGAL COUNSEL
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, located at 1111 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20004, serves
as legal counsel to the Trust.
TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS OF THE TRUST
Board Responsibilities. The management and affairs of the Trust and each of the Funds are
supervised by the Board under the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Board is
responsible for overseeing each of the Funds. The Trustees have approved contracts, as described
above, under which certain companies provide essential management services to the Trust.
Members of the Board. Set forth below are the names, business addresses, states of residence, ages,
positions with the Trust, principal occupations for the last five years and other directorships of
each of the persons currently serving as Trustees of the Trust. Each Trustee is also a Trustee of
the RidgeWorth Variable Trust which is comprised of five series. None of the Trustees of the Trust
are considered interested persons as that term is defined in the 1940 Act.
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Jeffrey M. Biggar 3435
Stelzer Road Columbus,
OH 43219 (Ohio)
Age: 60 |
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Indefinite; since
January 2007
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Retired. Chief Operating Officer (Cedar Brook
Financial Partners LLC) (March 2008-January
2010), Chief Executive Officer and Senior
Managing Director, Sterling (National City
Corp.) (2000-2006)
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GenSpring Trust |
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George C. Guynn 3435
Stelzer Road Columbus,
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43219 (Georgia)
Age: 67 |
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January 2008
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Executive Officer (1995-October 2006) Federal
Reserve Bank of Atlanta
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Genuine Parts Company; Oxford Industries;
John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods Inc.; Acuity Brands Inc.; GenSpring Trust |
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Sidney E. Harris 3435
Stelzer Road Columbus,
OH
43219 (Georgia)
Age: 61 |
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November 2004
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Professor (since 1997), Dean (1997-2004), J.
Mack Robinson College of Business, Georgia State University |
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Total System Services, Inc.; GenSpring Trust |
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Warren Y. Jobe 3435
Stelzer Road Columbus,
OH
43219 (Georgia)
Age: 69 |
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Indefinite; since
November 2004
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Retired. Executive Vice President, Georgia Power
Company and Senior Vice President, Southern
Company (1998-2001) |
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WellPoint, Inc; UniSource Energy Corp. |
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Connie D. McDaniel 3435
Stelzer Road Columbus,
OH
43219 (Georgia)
Age: 52 |
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May 2005
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Vice President , Chief of Internal Audit,
Corporate Audit Department (August 1,
2009-Present), Vice President Global Finance
Transformation (March 2007-July 2009), Vice
President and Controller (1999-February 2007),
The Coca-Cola Company
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Clarence H. Ridley 3435
Stelzer Road Columbus,
OH
43219 (Georgia)
Age: 68 |
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Chairman, Haverty Furniture Companies (2001-March 2010) |
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Charles D. Winslow 3435
Stelzer Road Columbus,
OH
43219 (Florida)
Age: 75
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Board Committees. The Board has established the following committees:
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Audit Committee. The Boards Audit Committee is composed exclusively of independent Trustees
of the Trust. The Audit Committee operates under a written charter approved by the Board. The
principal responsibilities of the Audit Committee include: recommending which firm to engage
as the Trusts independent registered public accounting firm and whether to terminate this
relationship; reviewing the independent registered public accounting firms compensation, the
proposed scope and terms of its engagement, and the firms independence; pre-approving audit
and non-audit services provided by the Trusts independent registered public accounting firm
to the Trust and certain other affiliated entities; serving as a channel of communication
between the independent registered public accounting firm and the Trustees; reviewing the
results of each external audit, including any qualifications in the independent registered
public accounting firms opinion, any related management letter, managements responses to
recommendations made by the independent registered public accounting firm in connection with
the audit, reports submitted to the Committee by the internal auditing department of the
Trusts Administrator that are material to the Trust as a whole, if any, and managements
responses to any such reports; reviewing the Trusts audited financial statements and
considering any significant disputes between the Trusts management and the independent
registered public accounting firm that arose in connection with the preparation of those
financial statements; considering, in consultation with the independent registered public
accounting firm and the Trusts senior internal accounting executive, if any, the independent
registered public accounting firms report on the adequacy of the Trusts internal financial
controls; reviewing, in consultation with the Trusts independent registered public accounting
firm, major changes regarding auditing and accounting principles and practices to be followed
when preparing the Trusts financial statements; and other audit related matters. Messrs.
Biggar, Harris and Winslow and Ms. McDaniel currently serve as members of the Audit Committee.
The Audit Committee meets periodically, as necessary, and met twice in the most recently
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Governance and Nominating Committee. The Boards Governance and Nominating Committee is
composed exclusively of independent Trustees of the Trust. The Governance and Nominating
Committee operates under a written charter approved by the Board. The purposes of the
Governance and Nominating Committee are: to evaluate the qualifications of candidates for
Trustee and to make recommendations to the Independent trustees and the entire Board with
respect to nominations for Trustee membership on the Board when necessary or considered
advisable; to review periodically Board governance practices, procedures and operations and to
recommend any appropriate changes to the Board; to review periodically the size and
composition of the Board and to make recommendations to the Independent Trustees and the Board
as to whether it may be appropriate to add to the membership of the Board; to review as
necessary the committees established by the Board and to make recommendations to the Board; to
review periodically Trustee compensation and any other benefits and to recommend any
appropriate changes to the Board and the Independent Trustees; to review periodically and make
recommendations regarding ongoing Trustee education and orientation for new Trustees; to make
recommendations regarding any self-assessment conducted by the Board; and to review as
necessary any other similar matters relating to the governance of the Trust at the request of
any Trustee or on its own initiative. While the Governance and Nominating Committee is solely
responsible for the selection and nomination of Trustees, the Committee may consider nominees
recommended by shareholders. A nomination submission must be sent in writing to the Governance
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must be accompanied by all information relating to the recommended nominee that is
required to be disclosed in solicitations or proxy statements for the election of Trustees.
Nomination submissions must also be accompanied by a written consent of the individual to
stand for election if nominated by the Board and to serve if elected by the shareholders.
Additional information must be provided regarding the recommended nominee as reasonably
requested by the Governance and Nominating Committee. Messrs. Guynn, Harris, Jobe and Ridley
currently serve as members of the Nominating Committee. The Governance and Nominating
Committee meets periodically as necessary. The Governance and Nominating Committee met twice
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Valuation Committee. The Board has established the Trusts Valuation Committee, which is
composed of two Trustees, as non-voting members, and various representatives of the Trusts
service providers, as appointed by the Board. The Valuation Committee operates under
procedures approved by the Board. The principal responsibility of the Valuation Committee is
to determine the fair value of securities for which current market quotations are not readily
available. The Valuation Committees determinations are reviewed by the Board. The Valuation
Committee meets periodically, as necessary, and met 106 times during the most recently
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Fund Shares Owned by Board Members. The following table shows the dollar amount range of each
Trustees beneficial ownership of shares of each of the Funds as of the end of the most recently
completed calendar year. Dollar amount ranges disclosed are established by the SEC.
Beneficial ownership is determined in accordance with Rule 16a-1(a)(2) under the 1934 Act. The
Family of Investment Companies referenced in the table consists of the Trust and the RidgeWorth
Variable Trust.
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As of June 30, 2010, [NAME] owned [ ]% of the [ ] Shares of the [] Fund. With respect
to the C Shares and I Shares of those Funds and with respect to the remaining Funds, the Trustees
and Officers of the Trust as a group owned less than 1% of the outstanding shares of each class of
each Fund.
Board Compensation. The table below shows the compensation paid to the Trustees during the fiscal
year ended March 31, 2010. The Fund Complex referenced in the table consists of the Trust and the
RidgeWorth Variable Trust.
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George C. Guynn |
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Trust Officers. The officers of the Trust, their business addresses, their ages, and their
principal occupations for the last five years are set forth below. The officers of the Trust who
are employees of the Administrator may also serve as officers to one or more mutual funds for which
the Administrator or its affiliates act as administrator or transfer agent. None of the officers
receive compensation from the Trust for their services. Officers of the Trust are elected annually
by the Board and hold office until their respective successors are chosen and qualified, or in each
case until he or she sooner dies, resigns, is removed or becomes disqualified.
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Julia R. Short 50 Hurt Plaza Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA
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Managing Director, Product Manager, RidgeWorth Investments. (since
2004); Relationship Manager, SEI Investments (financial services) (1994
2004) |
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Patrick A.
Paparelli 50
Hurt Plaza Suite
1400 Atlanta,
GA 30303
Age: 47
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Vice President; Chief Compliance
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Managing Director, Director of Legal and Compliance (since 2001) and
Chief Compliance Officer (since July 2004), RidgeWorth Investments |
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Diana Hanlin 50 Hurt Plaza Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA 30303
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Employee of BB&T Asset Management, Inc. ( 2007-2008); Employee of
BISYS Fund Services Ohio, Inc. (1996-2007) |
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Martin R.
Dean 3435
Stelzer
Road Columbus,
OH 43219
Age: 46
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Treasurer; Chief Financial Officer
and Chief Accounting Officer
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Senior Vice President, Fund Administration, Citi Fund Services Ohio, Inc. |
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Jennifer English 100
Summer Street Suite 1500 Boston, MA 02110 Age: 38 |
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February 2010
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Senior Vice President, Regulatory Administration, Citi Fund Services
Ohio, Inc. (2005-present); Assistant Vice President and Assistant
Counsel, PFPC, Inc. (2002-2005) |
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Danio Mastropieri 100
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(2007 - present); Senior Regulatory Administration Specialist, PFPC,
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PURCHASING AND REDEEMING SHARES
Purchases and redemptions of shares of the Equity Funds and Fixed Income Funds may be made on any
day the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is open for business. The Trust reserves the right to open
the Fixed Income Funds when the principal bond markets are open for business even if the NYSE is
closed. Purchases and redemptions of shares of the Money Market Funds may be made on any day the
NYSE and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York (the Fed) are
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open for settlement. The Trust reserves the right to open the Money Market Funds when the Fed
is open for settlement and/or the principal bond markets are open for business even if the NYSE is
closed. Shares of each Fund are offered and redeemed on a continuous basis. Currently, the NYSE is
closed on the days the following holidays are observed: New Years Day, Martin Luther King, Jr.
Day, Presidents Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and
Christmas Day. Currently, the Fed and the principal bond markets are closed on the same days that
the NYSE is closed except for Good Friday. In addition, the Fed and the principal bond markets are
closed on the days that Columbus Day and Veterans Day are observed.
It is currently the Trusts policy to pay for all redemptions in cash, however, the Trust retains
the right to alter this policy to provide for redemptions in whole or in part by a distribution
in-kind of readily marketable securities held by the Funds in lieu of cash. Shareholders may incur
brokerage charges on the sale of any such securities so received in payment of redemptions. A
shareholder will at all times be entitled to aggregate cash redemptions from all Funds of the Trust
up to the lesser of $250,000 or 1% of the Trusts net assets during any 90-day period. The Board of
Trustees has adopted procedures which permit the Trust to make in-kind redemptions to those
shareholders of the Trust that are affiliated with the Trust solely by their ownership of a certain
percentage of the Trusts investment portfolios.
The Trust reserves the right to suspend the right of redemption and/or to postpone the date of
payment upon redemption for any period during which trading on the NYSE is restricted, or during
the existence of an emergency (as determined by the SEC by rule or regulation) as a result of which
disposal or valuation of a Funds portfolio securities is not reasonably practicable, or for such
other periods as the SEC has by order permitted. The Trust reserves the right to postpone payment
or redemption proceeds for up to seven days if the redemption would harm existing shareholders. The
Trust also reserves the right to suspend sales of shares of a Fund for any period during which the
NYSE, the Adviser, the Administrator and/or the Custodian are not open for business.
The Trust reserves the right to waive any minimum investment requirements or sales charges for
immediate family members of the Trustees or employees of the Adviser and its affiliates.
Immediate Family means a spouse, mother, father, mother-in-law, father-in-law or children
(including step children) age 21 years or under. Currently, the front-end sales charge is waived
on A Shares purchased by Trustees, employees of the Adviser, and its affiliates and their
respective immediate family members.
The Trust will permit an exchange of C Shares of a Fund for A Shares of the same Fund, and will
waive any sales charges that would otherwise apply, for those investors who hold C Shares of the
Fund as a result of (i) reinvesting distributions from qualified employee benefit retirement plans
and rollovers from IRAs previously with the trust department of a bank affiliated with SunTrust or
(ii) investing an amount less than or equal to the value of an account distribution when an account
for which a bank affiliated with SunTrust acted in a fiduciary, administrative, custodial, or
investment advisory capacity is closed.
As of August 1, 2005, B Shares are not available for purchase, except through dividend or
distribution reinvestments in B Shares and exchanges of B Shares of one Fund for B Shares of
another Fund.
Rights of Accumulation. In calculating the appropriate sales charge rate, rights of accumulation
allow you to add the market value (at the close of business on the day of the current purchase) of
your existing holdings in any class of shares to the amount of A shares you are currently
purchasing.
The Funds will combine the value of your current purchases with the current market value of any
shares previously purchased for
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A fiduciary purchasing shares for the same fiduciary account, trust or estate may also use this
right of accumulation. To be entitled to a reduced sales charge based on shares already owned, you
must let the Funds know at the time you make the purchase for which you are seeking the reduction
that you qualify for such a reduction. You may be required
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to provide the Funds with your account number(s), account name(s), and copies of the account
statements, and if applicable, the account number(s), account name(s), and copies of the account
statements, for your spouse and/or children (and provide the childrens ages). A financial
institution may require documentation or other information in order to verify your eligibility for
a reduced sales charge. The Funds may amend or terminate this right of accumulation at any time.
Letter of Intent. A Letter of Intent allows you to purchase shares over a 13-month period and
receive the same sales charge as if you had purchased all the shares at the same time. Reinvested
dividends or capital gain distributions do not apply toward these combined purchases. To be
entitled to a reduced sales charge based on shares you intend to purchase over the 13-month period,
you must send the Funds a Letter of Intent. In calculating the total amount of purchases, you may
include in your Letter purchases made up to 90 days before the date of the Letter. The 13-month
period begins on the date of the first purchase, including those purchases made in the 90-day
period before the date of the Letter. Please note that the purchase price of these prior purchases
will not be adjusted.
You are not legally bound by the terms of your Letter of Intent to purchase the amount of shares
stated in the Letter. The Letter does, however, authorize the Funds to hold in escrow 5.75% for the
following Funds:
Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy
Aggressive Growth Stock Fund
Emerging Growth Stock Fund
Growth Allocation Strategy
International Equity 130/30 Fund
International Equity Fund
International Equity Index Fund
Large Cap Core Equity Fund
Large Cap Growth Stock Fund
Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund
Large Cap Value Equity Fund
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund
Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund
Moderate Allocation Strategy
Real Estate 130/30 Fund
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund
Small Cap Growth Stock Fund
Small Cap Value Equity Fund
U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund
4.75% for the following Funds:
Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund
High Income Fund
Intermediate Bond Fund
Investment Grade Bond Fund
Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Conservative Allocation Strategy
Maryland Municipal Bond Fund
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North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund
Seix Global Strategy Fund
Seix High Yield Fund
Corporate Bond Fund
Total Return Bond Fund
U.S. Government Securities Fund
Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund
And 2.50% for the following Funds:
Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund
Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund
Short-Term Bond Fund
Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund
of the total amount you intend to purchase. If you do not complete the total intended purchase at
the end of the 13-month period, the Funds transfer agent will redeem the necessary portion of the
escrowed shares to make up the difference between the reduced rate sales charge (based on the
amount you intended to purchase) and the sales charge that would normally apply (based on the
actual amount you purchased).
DETERMINATION OF NET ASSET VALUE
General Policy. Each of the Funds adheres to Section 2(a)(41), and Rules 2a-4 and 2a-7 thereunder,
of the 1940 Act with respect to the valuation of portfolio securities. In general, securities for
which market quotations are readily available are valued at current market value, and all other
securities are valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the Trusts Board of Trustees.
In complying with the 1940 Act, the Trust relies on guidance provided by the SEC and by the SEC
staff in various interpretive letters and other guidance.
Equity Securities. Securities listed on a securities exchange, market or automated quotation system
for which quotations are readily available (except securities traded on NASDQ), including
securities traded over the counter, are valued at the official closing price or the last quoted
sale price on the principal exchange or market (foreign or domestic) on which they are traded on
valuation date (or at approximately 4:00 p.m., Eastern Time if a securitys principal exchange is
normally open at that time). If there is no official closing price and there is no such reported
sale on the valuation date, the security is valued at the most recent quoted bid price, or if such
prices are not available, the security will be valued at fair value as determined in good faith by
the Trusts Board of Trustees. For securities traded on NASDAQ, the NASDAQ Official Closing Price
is used.
Money Market Securities and other Debt Securities. If available, Money Market Securities and other
debt securities are priced based upon valuations provided by recognized independent, third-party
pricing agents. Such values generally reflect the last reported sales price if the security is
actively traded. The third-party pricing agents may also value debt securities by employing
methodologies that utilize actual market transactions, broker-supplied valuations, or other
methodologies designed to identify the market value for such securities. Such methodologies
generally consider such factors as security prices, yields, maturities, call features, ratings and
developments relating to specific securities in arriving at valuations. Money Market Securities
and other debt securities with remaining maturities of sixty days or less may be valued at their
amortized cost, which approximates market value. If such prices are not available, the security
will be valued at fair value as determined in good faith by the Trusts Board of Trustees.
The prices for foreign securities are reported in local currency and converted to U.S. dollars at
the exchange rate of such currencies against the U.S. dollar, as of the close of regular trading on
the NYSE (usually 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time) as provided by an independent pricing service approved by
the Trusts Board of Trustees.
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Use of Third-Party Pricing Agents. Pursuant to contracts with the Trusts Administrator, prices
for most securities held by the Funds are provided daily by third-party independent pricing agents
that are approved by the Board of Trustees of the Trust. The valuations provided by third-party
independent pricing agents are reviewed daily by the Administrator. If a security price cannot be
obtained from an independent pricing service, the Trusts accounting agent will seek to obtain a
bid price from at least one independent broker.
Investments in other investment companies are valued at their respective daily net asset values.
Amortized Cost Method of Valuation. The amortized cost method involves valuing a security at its
cost on the date of purchase and thereafter (absent unusual circumstances) assuming a constant
amortization to maturity of any discount or premium, regardless of the impact of fluctuations in
general market rates of interest on the value of the instrument. While this method provides
certainty in valuation, it may result in periods during which a securitys value, as determined by
this method, is higher or lower than the price a Fund would receive if it sold the instrument.
During periods of declining interest rates, the daily yield of a Fund may tend to be higher than a
like computation made by a company with identical investments utilizing a method of valuation based
upon market prices and estimates of market prices for all of its portfolio securities. Thus, if the
use of amortized cost by a Fund resulted in a lower aggregate portfolio value on a particular day,
a prospective investor in a Fund would be able to obtain a somewhat higher yield than would result
from investment in a company utilizing solely market values, and existing investors in a Fund would
experience a lower yield. The converse would apply in a period of rising interest rates.
A Funds use of amortized cost and the maintenance of a Funds net asset value at $1.00 are
permitted by regulations promulgated by Rule 2a-7 under the 1940 Act, provided that certain
conditions are met. The regulations also require the Trustees to establish procedures which are
reasonably designed to stabilize the net asset value per share at $1.00 for the Funds. Such
procedures include the determination of the extent of deviation, if any, of the Funds current net
asset value per share calculated using available market quotations from the Funds amortized cost
price per share at such intervals as the Trustees deem appropriate and reasonable in light of
market conditions and periodic reviews of the amount of the deviation and the methods used to
calculate such deviation. In the event that such deviation exceeds one half of 1%, the Trustees are
required to consider promptly what action, if any, should be initiated, and, if the Trustees
believe that the extent of any deviation may result in material dilution or other unfair results to
shareholders, the Trustees are required to take such corrective action as they deem appropriate to
eliminate or reduce such dilution or unfair results to the extent reasonably practicable. Such
actions may include the sale of portfolio instruments prior to maturity to realize capital gains or
losses or to shorten average portfolio maturity; withholding dividends; redeeming shares in kind;
or establishing a net asset value per share by using available market quotations. In addition, if
the Funds incur a significant loss or liability, the Trustees have the authority to reduce pro rata
the number of shares of the Funds in each shareholders account and to offset each shareholders
pro rata portion of such loss or liability from the shareholders accrued but unpaid dividends or
from future dividends while each other Fund must annually distribute at least 90% of its investment
company taxable income.
TAXES
The following is a summary of certain federal income tax considerations generally affecting the
Funds and their investors. No attempt is made to present a detailed explanation of the federal tax
treatment of a Fund or its investors, and the discussion here and in the Trusts prospectuses is
not intended as a substitute for careful tax planning.
Federal Income Tax
This discussion of federal income tax considerations is based on the Internal Revenue Code of 1986
and the regulations issued thereunder, in effect on the date of this SAI. New legislation, as well
as administrative changes or court decisions may change the conclusions expressed herein, and may
have a retroactive effect with respect to the transactions contemplated herein. In order to qualify
for treatment as a regulated investment company (RIC) under the Code, the Funds must distribute
annually to its shareholders at least the sum of 90% of its net investment income excludable from
gross income plus 90% of its investment company taxable income (generally, net investment income
plus the excess, if any, of net short-term capital gain) (the Distribution Requirement) and also
must meet several additional requirements. Among these requirements are the following: (i) at least
90% of a Funds gross income each taxable year must be derived from dividends, interest, payments
with respect to securities loans, and gains from the sale or other
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disposition of stock or securities or foreign currencies, or other income derived with respect
to its business of investing in such stock, securities or currencies, and net income derived from
interests in qualified publicly traded partnerships, (ii) at the close of each quarter of a Funds
taxable year, at least 50% of the value of its total assets must be represented by cash and cash
items, U.S. government securities, securities of other RICs and other securities, with such other
securities limited, in respect to any one issuer, to an amount that does not exceed 5% of the value
of a Funds assets and that does not represent more than 10% of the outstanding voting securities
of such issuer; and (iii) at the close of each quarter of a Funds taxable year, not more than 25%
of the value of the Funds assets may be invested in securities (other than U.S. government
securities or the securities of other RICs) of any one issuer, or of two or more issuers engaged in
same or similar businesses if a Fund owns at least 20% of the voting power of such issuers, or of
one or more qualified publicly traded partnerships, or the securities of one or more qualified
publicly traded partnerships.
Notwithstanding the Distribution Requirement described above, which only requires a Fund to
distribute at least 90% of its annual investment company taxable income and does not require any
minimum distribution of net capital gains (the excess of net long-term capital gains over net
short-term capital loss), a Fund will be subject to a nondeductible 4% excise tax to the extent it
fails to distribute by the end of any calendar year 98% of its ordinary income for that year and
98% of its capital gain net income for the one-year period ending on October 31 of that year (and
any retained amount from that prior calendar year on which the Fund paid no federal income tax).
The Funds intend to make sufficient distributions prior to the end of each calendar year to avoid
liability for the federal excise tax applicable to regulated investment companies but can make no
assurances that distributions will be sufficient to avoid this tax.
If a Fund fails to maintain qualification as a RIC for a tax year, that Fund will be subject to
federal income tax on its taxable income and gains at corporate rates, without any benefit for
distributions paid to shareholders, and distributions to shareholders will be taxed as ordinary
income to the extent of that Funds current and accumulated earnings and profits. In such case, the
dividends received deduction generally will be available for eligible corporate shareholders
(subject to certain limitations) and the lower tax rates applicable to qualified dividend income
would be available to individual shareholders. The board reserves the right not to maintain
qualification of a Fund as a RIC if it determines such course of action to be beneficial to
shareholders.
Each Fund may invest in complex securities. These investments may be subject to numerous special
and complex tax rules. These rules could affect whether gains and losses recognized by a Fund are
treated as ordinary income or capital gains, accelerate the recognition of income to a Fund, and/or
defer a Funds ability to recognize losses. In turn, these rules may affect the amount, timing or
character of the income distributed to shareholders by a Fund.
With respect to investments in STRIPs, TRs, and other zero coupon securities which are sold at
original issue discount and thus do not make periodic cash interest payments, a Fund will be
required to include as part of its current income the imputed interest on such obligations even
though the Fund has not received any interest payments on such obligations during that period.
Because each Fund distributes all of its net investment income to its shareholders, a Fund may have
to sell Fund securities to distribute such imputed income at a time when the Adviser would not have
chosen to sell such securities and which may result in taxable gain or loss.
The Fixed Income Funds receive income generally in the form of interest derived from Fund
investments. This income, less expenses incurred in the operation of a Fund, constitutes its net
investment income from which dividends may be paid to shareholders. Any distributions by a Fund may
be taxable to shareholders regardless of whether they are received in cash or additional shares. A
Fund may derive capital gains and losses in connection with sales or other dispositions of its
portfolio securities. Distributions of net short-term capital gains will be taxable to shareholders
as ordinary income. In general, the Fixed Income Funds do not expect to realize net-long
term capital gains because the Bond Funds and the portion of such Funds distributions are expected
to be eligible for the corporate dividends received deduction.
The Equity Funds receive income generally in the form of dividends and interest on Fund
investments. This income, less expenses incurred in the operation of a Fund, constitutes its net
investment income from which dividends may be paid to you. All or a portion of the net investment
income distributions may be treated as qualified dividend income (eligible for the reduced maximum
rate to individuals of 15% (lower rates apply to individuals in lower tax brackets)) to the extent
that a Fund receives qualified dividend income.
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Qualified dividend income is, in general, dividend income from taxable domestic corporations and
certain foreign corporations (e.g., foreign corporations incorporated in a possession of the United
States or in certain countries with a comprehensive tax treaty with the United States, or the stock
of which is readily tradable on an established securities market in the United States). In order
for some portion of the dividends received by a Fund shareholder to be qualified dividend income, a
Fund must meet holding period and other requirements with respect to the dividend paying stocks in
its portfolio, and the shareholder must meet holding period and other requirements with respect to
a Funds shares. Any distributions by a Fund may be taxable to shareholders regardless of whether
they are received in cash or in additional shares. The Equity Funds may derive capital gains and
losses in connection with sales or other dispositions of each Funds portfolio securities.
Distributions from net short-term capital gains will be taxable to you as ordinary income.
Distributions from net long-term capital gains will be taxable to you as long-term capital gains
regardless of how long you have held your shares in the fund. Currently, the maximum tax rate on
long-term capital gains is 15%.
A Funds participation in loans of securities may affect the amount, timing and character of
distributions to shareholders. If a Fund participates in a securities lending transaction, to the
extent that a Fund makes a distribution of income received by the Fund in lieu of dividends (a
substitute payment) with respect to securities on loan pursuant to such a securities lending
transaction, such income will not constitute qualified dividend income and thus will not be
eligible for taxation at the rates applicable to long-term capital gain. Such income will also not
be qualifying dividends eligible for the dividends received deduction for corporate investors. The
Funds expect to use such substitute payments, if any, to satisfy a Funds expenses, and therefore
expect that their receipt of substitute payments, if any, will not adversely affect the percentage
of distributions qualifying as qualified dividend income. Withholding taxes accrued on dividends
during the period that any security was not directly held by a Fund will not qualify as a foreign
tax paid by a Fund and therefore cannot be passed through to shareholders. As a general practice,
the Funds will not recall securities on loan solely to receive income payments to avoid potential
tax consequences as no Fund is managed in a tax sensitive style.
Absent further legislation, the maximum 15% tax rate on qualified dividend income and long-term
capital gains will cease to apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2010.
Shareholders who have not held Fund shares for a full year should be aware that a Fund may
designate and distribute, as ordinary income or capital gain, a percentage of income that is not
equal to the actual amount of such income earned during the period of investment in a Fund.
Each Fund will inform you of the amount of your ordinary income dividends, qualified dividend
income, and capital gain distributions shortly after the close of each calendar year.
If a Funds distributions exceed its taxable income and capital gains realized during a taxable
year, all or a portion of the distributions made in the same taxable year may be recharacterized as
a return of capital to shareholders. A return of capital distribution will generally not be
taxable, but will reduce each shareholders cost basis in a Fund
and result in higher reported capital gain or lower reported capital loss when those shares on
which distribution was received are sold.
If a shareholder that is a tax-exempt investor (e.g., a pension plan, individual retirement
account, 401(k), similar tax-advantaged plan, charitable organization, etc.) incurs debt to finance
the acquisition of its shares, a portion of the income received by that shareholder with respect to
its shares would constitute unrelated business taxable income (UBTI). A tax-exempt investor is
generally subject to federal income tax to the extent that its UBTI for a taxable year exceeds its
annual $1,000 exclusion. If a charitable remainder trust incurs any UBTI in a taxable year, all of
its net income for the taxable year is subject to federal income tax.
Sale, Redemption or Exchange of Fund Shares
Sales, redemptions and exchanges of Fund shares are generally taxable transactions for federal,
state and local income tax purposes.
Any gain or loss recognized on a sale or redemption of shares of a Fund by a shareholder who holds
his or her shares as a capital asset will generally be treated as long-term capital gain or loss if
the shares have been held for more than one year, and short-term if for a year or less. If shares
held for six months or less are sold or redeemed for a loss, two
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special rules apply. First, if
shares on which a net capital gain distribution has been received are subsequently sold or
redeemed, and such shares have been held for six months or less, any loss recognized will be
treated as long-term capital loss to the extent of the long-term capital gain distributions.
Second, any loss recognized by a shareholder upon the sale or redemption of shares of a tax-exempt
fund held for six months or less will be disallowed to the extent of any exempt interest dividends
received by the shareholder with respect to such shares. All or a portion of any loss that you
realize upon the redemption of your fund shares will be disallowed to the extent that you buy other
shares in a Fund (through reinvestment of dividends or otherwise) within 30 days before or after
your share redemption. Any loss disallowed under these rules will be added to your tax basis in the
new shares you buy.
In certain cases, a Fund will be required to withhold, at the applicable withholding rates, an
amount from any distributions and redemptions to shareholders, and to remit such amount to the
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) if the shareholder: (1) has failed to provide a correct taxpayer
identification number, (2) is subject to backup withholding by the IRS, or (3) has failed to
provide the Fund with certain certifications that are required by the IRS, or (4) has failed to
certify that he or she is a U.S. person (including a U.S. resident alien).
Tax-Exempt Funds
If, at the close of each quarter of its taxable year, at least 50% of the value of a Funds total
assets consists of obligations the interest on which is excludable from gross income, such Fund may
pay exempt interest dividends, as defined in Section 852(b)(5) of the Code, to its shareholders.
As noted in their prospectuses, the Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, and the State Tax-Exempt
Bond Funds intend to pay exempt-interest dividends. Exempt-interest dividends are excludable from a
shareholders gross income for regular federal income tax purposes, but may nevertheless be subject
to the alternative minimum tax (the Alternative Minimum Tax) imposed by Section 55 of the Code.
The Alternative Minimum Tax is imposed at a maximum rate of 28% in the case of non-corporate
taxpayers and at the rate of 20% in the case of corporate taxpayers, to the extent it exceeds the
taxpayers regular tax liability. The Alternative Minimum Tax may be imposed in two circumstances.
First, exempt-interest dividends derived from certain private activity bonds issued after August
7, 1986, will generally be an item of tax preference and therefore potentially subject to
the Alternative Minimum Tax for both corporate and non-corporate taxpayers. Second, in the case of
exempt-interest dividends received by corporate shareholders, all exempt-interest dividends,
regardless of when the bonds from which they are derived were issued or whether they are derived
from private activity bonds, will be included in the corporations adjusted current earnings, as
defined in Section 56(g) of the Code, in calculating the corporations alternative minimum taxable
income for purposes of determining the Alternative Minimum Tax.
Distributions of exempt-interest dividends may result in additional federal income tax consequences
to shareholders in tax-exempt funds. For example, interest on indebtedness incurred by shareholders
to purchase or carry shares of a tax-exempt fund will not be deductible for federal income tax
purposes to the extent that the Fund distributes exempt interest dividends during the taxable year.
The deduction otherwise allowable to property and casualty insurance companies for losses
incurred will be reduced by an amount equal to a portion of exempt-interest dividends received or
accrued during any taxable year. Certain foreign corporations engaged in a trade or business in
the U. S. will be subject to a branch profits tax on their dividend equivalent amount for the
taxable year, which will include exempt-interest dividends. Certain Subchapter S corporations may
also be subject to taxes on their passive investment income, which could include exempt-interest
dividends. Up to 85% of the Social Security benefits or railroad retirement benefits received by an
individual during any taxable year will be included in the gross income of such individual if the
individuals modified adjusted gross income (which includes exempt-interest dividends) plus
one-half of the Social Security benefits or railroad retirement benefits received by such
individual during that taxable year exceeds the base amount described in Section 86 of the Code.
A tax-exempt fund may not be an appropriate investment for persons (including corporations and
other business entities) who are substantial users (or persons related to such users) of
facilities financed by industrial development or private activity bonds. A substantial user is
defined generally to include certain persons who regularly use in a trade or business a facility
financed from the proceeds of industrial development bonds or private activity bonds. Such entities
or persons should consult their tax advisor before purchasing shares of a tax-exempt fund.
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Issuers of bonds purchased by a tax-exempt fund (or the beneficiary of such bonds) may have made
certain representations or covenants in connection with the issuance of such bonds to satisfy
certain requirements of the Code that must be satisfied subsequent to the issuance of such bonds.
Investors should be aware that exempt-interest dividends derived from such bonds may become subject
to federal income taxation retroactively to the date of issuance of the bonds to which such
dividends are attributable thereof if such representations are determined to have been inaccurate
or if the issuer of such bonds (or the beneficiary of such bonds) fails to comply with such
covenants.
The Funds will make annual reports to shareholders of the federal income tax status of all
distributions.
In certain cases, a Fund will be required to withhold, at the applicable withholding rates, an
amount from any distributions and redemptions to shareholders, and to remit such amount to the
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) if the shareholder: (1) has failed to provide a correct taxpayer
identification number, (2) is subject to backup withholding by the IRS, or (3) has failed to
provide the Fund with certain certifications that are required by the IRS, or (4) has failed to
certify that he or she is a U.S. person (including a U.S. resident alien).
State Taxes
A Fund is not liable for any income or franchise tax in Massachusetts if it qualifies as a RIC for
federal income tax purposes. Distributions by the Funds to investors and the ownership of shares
may be subject to state and local taxes.
Shareholders are urged to consult their tax advisors regarding state and local taxes affecting an
investment in shares of a Fund.
Many states grant tax-free status to dividends paid to you from interest earned on direct
obligations of the U.S. Government, subject in some states to minimum investment requirements that
must be met by a Fund. Investments in Government National Mortgage Association and Fannie Mae
securities, bankers acceptances, commercial paper and repurchase agreements collaterized by U.S.
government securities do not generally qualify for tax-free treatment. The rules on exclusion of
this income are different for corporations.
Foreign Taxes
Dividends and interests received by a Fund may be subject to income, withholding or other taxes
imposed by foreign countries and U.S. possessions that would reduce the yield on the Funds stock
or securities. Tax conventions between certain countries and the United States may reduce or
eliminate these taxes. Foreign countries generally do not impose taxes on capital gains with
respect to investments by foreign investors.
If the International Equity, International Equity Index and International Equity 130/30 Funds meet
the Distribution Requirement, and if more than 50% of the value of each such Funds total assets at
the close of their respective taxable years consist of stocks or securities of foreign
corporations, each Fund will be eligible to, and intends to, file an election with the Internal
Revenue Service that may enable shareholders, in effect, to receive either the benefit of a foreign
tax credit, or a tax deduction, with respect to any foreign and U.S. possessions income taxes paid
by the Funds, subject to certain limitations. Pursuant to the election, each Fund will treat those
taxes as dividends paid to its shareholders. Each such shareholder will be required to include a
proportionate share of those taxes in gross income as income received from a foreign source and
must treat the amount so included as if the shareholder had paid the foreign tax directly. The
shareholder may then either deduct the taxes deemed paid by him or her in computing his or her
taxable income or, alternatively, use the foregoing information in calculating any foreign tax
credit the shareholder may be entitled to use against such shareholders federal income tax. If
either of the two above-mentioned Funds make the election, such Fund will report annually to its
shareholders the respective amounts per share of the Funds income from sources within, and taxes
paid to, foreign countries and U.S. possessions.
The International Equity, International Equity Index and International Equity 130/30 Funds
transactions in foreign currencies and forward foreign currency contracts will be subject to
special provisions of the Code that, among other things, may affect the character of gains and
losses realized by the Funds (i.e., may affect whether gains or losses are ordinary or capital),
accelerate recognition of income to the Funds and defer losses. These rules could therefore affect
the character, amount and timing of distributions to shareholders. These provisions also may
require the Funds
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mark-to-market certain types of positions in their portfolios (i.e., treat
them as if they were closed out) which may cause the Funds to recognize income without receiving
cash with which to make distributions in amounts necessary to satisfy the 90% and 98% distribution
requirements for avoiding income and excise taxes. Each Fund intends to monitor its transactions,
intends to make the appropriate tax elections, and intends to make the appropriate entries in its
books and records when it acquires any foreign currency or forward foreign currency contract in
order to mitigate the effect of these rules so as to prevent disqualification of the Fund as a RIC
and minimize the imposition of income and excise taxes.
Excess Inclusion Income of Certain Tax-Exempt Shareholders from an Investment in the Real Estate
130/30 Fund in REITs and REMIC Residual Interests.
Certain tax-exempt shareholders in the Real Estate 130/30 Fund, including qualified pension plans,
individual retirement accounts, salary deferral arrangements (401(k)s) and other tax-exempt
entities, generally are exempt from federal income taxation except with respect to their unrelated
business taxable income (UBTI). Under current law, the Fund serves to block UBTI from being
realized by its tax-exempt shareholders. Notwithstanding the foregoing, a tax exempt shareholder
could realize UBTI by virtue of its investment in the Fund if: (i) the Fund invests in a residual
interest in a real estate mortgage investment conduit (REMIC) or in REITs that hold a REMIC
residual interest (income that is attributable to these residual interests is referred to in the
Internal Revenue Code as an excess inclusion income) or (ii) shares in the Fund constitute
debt-financed property in the hands of the tax exempt shareholder within the meaning of Internal
Revenue Code Section 514(b). In addition, if a REIT, that issues debt securities with more than
one maturity, owns a taxable mortgage pool within the meaning of Internal Revenue Code Section
7701(i) as a portion of the REITs assets, or as a REIT subsidiary, then a portion of the REITs
income may be treated as if it were an excess inclusion from a REMIC. This income generally is
required to be allocated by the Fund to you in proportion to the dividends paid to you with the
same tax consequences as if you received the excess inclusion income directly. If you are a
tax-exempt shareholder, this excess inclusion income may have a tax consequence to you as discussed
below.
Under guidance issued by the IRS, the Fund will be taxed at the highest corporate income tax rate
on its excess inclusion income that is allocable to the percentage of its shares held in record
name by a disqualified organization. Disqualified organizations generally include certain
cooperatives, governmental entities and tax-exempt organizations that are exempt from tax on their
unrelated business taxable income. To the extent that Fund shares owned by a disqualified
organization are held in record name by a broker-dealer or other nominee, the broker-dealer or
other nominee would be liable for the corporate level tax on the portion of the Funds excess
inclusion income allocable to Fund shares held by the broker-dealer or other nominee on behalf of
the disqualified organization. The Fund expects that disqualified organizations will own their
shares and will not themselves be pass-through entities. Because this tax is imposed at the Fund
level, all shareholders, including shareholders that are not disqualified organizations, will bear
a portion of the tax cost associated with the Funds receipt of excess inclusion income. However,
to the extent permissible under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, regulated
investment companies such as the Fund are permitted under Treasury Regulations to specially
allocate this tax expense to the disqualified organizations to which it is attributable, without a
concern that such an allocation will constitute a preferential dividend.
In addition, with respect to Fund shareholders who are not nominees, for Fund taxable years
beginning on or after January 1, 2007, the Fund must report excess inclusion income to shareholders
in two cases:
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If the Fund receives excess inclusion income from a REIT whose excess
inclusion income in its most recent tax year ending not later than nine months before
the first day of the Funds taxable year exceeded 3% of the REITs total dividends, the
Fund must inform its non-nominee shareholders of the amount and character of the excess
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Any excess inclusion income realized by the Fund and allocated to shareholders under these rules
cannot be offset by net operating losses of the shareholders. If the shareholder is a tax-exempt
entity and not a disqualified organization,
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then this income is fully taxable as unrelated
business taxable income under the Internal Revenue Code. Charitable reminder trusts do not incur
UBTI by receiving excess inclusion income from the Fund. If the shareholder is a non-U.S. person,
such shareholder would be subject to U.S. federal income tax withholding at a rate of 30% on this
income without reduction or exemption pursuant to any otherwise applicable income tax treaty. If
the shareholder is a REIT, a regulated investment company, common trust fund or other pass-through
entity, such shareholders allocable share of the Funds excess inclusion income would be
considered excess inclusion income of such entity and such entity would be subject to tax at the
highest corporate tax rate on any excess inclusion income allocated to their owners that are
disqualified organizations. Accordingly, investors should be aware that a portion of the Funds
income may be considered excess inclusion income.
Compliance with these requirements will require the Fund to obtain significant cooperation from any
REITs in which it invests. There is no guarantee that the Fund will receive the information that it
needs to implement these requirements and report any excess inclusion income to you on a timely
basis. The Fund will use its best efforts to meet these requirements, and through the Investment
Company Institute, will seek additional guidance from the IRS and the cooperation of REITs in
providing excess inclusion income information on a timely basis.
Tax-exempt shareholders should talk to their tax advisors about the implications of these rules on
their separate tax situations.
Non-U.S. Investors. Non-U.S. investors may be subject to U.S. withholding and estate tax, and are
subject to special U.S. tax certification requirements. Non-U.S. investors should consult their
tax advisors about the applicability of U.S. tax withholding and the use of appropriate forms to
certify their foreign status and to claim any applicable treaty benefits to which they are
entitled.
Investments in U.S. Real Property. The Real Estate 130/30 Fund may invest in equity securities of
corporations that invest in U.S. real property, including REITs. The sale of a U.S. real property
interest by the Fund, or by a REIT or U.S. real property holding corporation in which the Fund
invests, may trigger special tax consequences to the Funds non-U.S. shareholders.
The Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act of 1980 (FIRPTA) makes non-U.S. persons subject to
U.S. tax on disposition of a U.S. real property interest as if he or she were a U.S. person. Such
gain is sometimes referred to as FIRPTA gain. The Code provides a look-through rule for
distributions of FIRPTA gain by a RIC that is classified as a qualified investment entity. A
qualified investment entity includes a RIC if, in general, more than 50% of the RICs assets
consists of interests in REITs and U.S. real property holding corporations.
If the Fund is classified as a qualified investment entity and you are a non-U.S. shareholder that
owns more than 5% of a class of Fund shares at any time during the one-year period ending on the
date of the distribution, then Fund distributions to you are treated as gain recognized by you from
the disposition of a U.S. real property interest (USRPI) to the extent that the distribution is
attributable to gain from a sale or disposition of a USRPI by the Fund. This will cause any such
distribution to be subject to U.S. withholding tax at a rate of 35%, and require that you file a
nonresident U.S. income tax return.
In general, a USRPI includes stock in a U.S. real property holding corporation (USRPHC). A USRPHC
is a U.S. corporation more than 50% of the assets of which are interests in U.S. real estate.
However, if stock of a class of a USRPHC is publicly traded, stock of such class is treated as a
USRPI only if the Fund owns more than 5% of such class of stock. Stock of a U.S. REIT that is a
USRPHC is a USRPI if the Fund owns more than 5% of the class of
REIT shares, except that if U.S. shareholders control the U.S. REIT, then shares of the REIT are
not USRPIs even if the Fund owns more than 5%.
This treatment applies only if you own more than 5% of a class of Fund shares at any time during
the one-year period ending on the date of the distribution. These look-through rules and the
exemption from withholding for Fund shareholders owning 5% or less of a class of Fund shares sunset
on December 31, 2009, except as provided in the next paragraph.
Even if you are a non-U.S. shareholder and do not own more than 5% of a class of Fund shares at any
time during the one-year period ending on the date of the distribution, Fund distributions to you
that are attributable to gain from
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disposition of a USRPI by the Fund will be taxable as ordinary
dividends (rather than as a capital gain or short-term capital gain dividend) subject withholding
at 30% or lower treaty rate) if the Fund is classified as a qualified investment entity as
described above. This rule sunsets on December 31, 2009, except that distributions you receive of
short- or long-term capital gains that are attributable to the sale or disposition of a U.S. real
property interest by a REIT in which the Fund invests will continue to be taxable as FIRPTA gain,
subject to 35% withholding and a requirement that you file a U.S. nonresident income tax return, so
long as the Fund remains a qualified investment entity.
FIRPTA Wash Sale Rule. If a non-U.S. shareholder of the Fund, during the 30-day period preceding
a Fund distribution that would have been treated as a distribution from the disposition of a U.S.
real property interest, acquires an identical stock interest during the 61-day period beginning the
first day of such 30-day period preceding the distribution, and does not in fact receive the
distribution in a manner that subjects the non-U.S. shareholder to tax under FIRPTA, then the
non-U.S. shareholder is required to pay U.S. tax on an amount equal to the amount of the
distribution that was not taxed under FIRPTA as a result of the disposition. These Rules also apply
to substitute dividend payments and other similar arrangements; the portion of the substitute
dividend or similar payment treated as FIRPTA gain equals the portion of the RIC distribution such
payment is in lieu of that otherwise would have been treated as FIRPTA gain.
Gain on Sale of Fund Shares As FIRPTA Gain. In addition, a sale or redemption of Fund shares will
be FIRPTA gain only if (i) such non-U.S. shareholder owns more than 5% of a class of shares in the
Fund, (ii) more than 50% of the Funds assets consist of (A) more than 5% interests in publicly
traded companies that are U.S. real property holding companies, (B) interests in non-publicly
traded companies that are U.S. real property holding companies, and (C) interests in U.S. REITs
that are not controlled by U.S. shareholders where the REIT shares are either not publicly traded
or are publicly traded and the Fund owns more than 5%, and (iii) non-U.S. shareholders own 50% or
more of the value of the Fund shares (requirement (iii) sunsets and does not apply after December
31, 2009).
In the unlikely event a sale of Fund shares results in FIRPTA gain, the gain will be taxed as
income effectively connected with a U.S. trade or business. As a result, the non-U.S.
shareholder will be required to pay U.S. income tax on such gain and file a nonresident U.S. income
tax return.
Limitations on Withholding On FIRPTA Gain For Non-U.S. Investors. While the Fund, if classified as
a qualified investment entity, will make every effort to identify and pass-through any FIRPTA gain
that it receives on Fund investments, and to withhold on distributions of this income paid directly
to its non-U.S. shareholders, intermediaries who have assumed tax reporting responsibilities on
managed or omnibus accounts may not have the capacity to identify non-U.S. shareholders who are
paid distributions containing FIRPTA gain and to properly withhold federal income taxes on these
distributions. Shareholders of these accounts should talk to their investment representatives about
any additional tax due on FIRPTA gain.
FUND TRANSACTIONS
Brokerage Transactions. The Trust has no obligation to deal with any dealer or group of dealers in
the execution of transactions in portfolio securities. Subject to policies established by the Board
of Trustees, the Adviser or Subadviser is responsible for placing the orders to execute
transactions for a Fund.
In placing orders, it is the policy of the Trust to seek to obtain the best net results taking into
account such factors as price (including the applicable dealer spread), the size, type and
difficulty of the transaction involved, the firms general execution and operational facilities,
and the firms risk in positioning the securities involved. Where possible, the Adviser or the
Subadviser will deal directly with the dealers who make a market in the securities involved except
in those circumstances where better prices and execution are available elsewhere. Such dealers
usually are acting as principal for their own account. On occasion, securities may be purchased
directly from the issuer. While the Adviser or the Subadviser generally seeks reasonably
competitive spreads or commissions, the Trust will not necessarily be paying the lowest spread or
commission available due to reasons described herein.
The money market securities in which the Funds invest are traded primarily in the over-the-counter
market. Money market and debt securities are generally traded on a net basis and do not normally
involve either brokerage commissions or transfer taxes. Certain Funds may also enter into financial
futures and option contracts, which normally involve brokerage commissions. The cost of executing
fixed income portfolio securities transactions of the Trust will primarily consist of dealer
spreads and underwriting commissions.
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For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2110, March 31, 2009 and March 31, 2008, the Funds paid the
following aggregate brokerage commissions on portfolio transactions:
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Aggregate Dollar Amount of |
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Brokerage Commissions Paid ($) |
Fund |
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2010 |
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2009 |
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2008 |
Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy |
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0 |
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198 |
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Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
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174,733 |
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309,805 |
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Conservative Allocation Strategy |
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178 |
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0 |
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Corporate Bond Fund |
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1,458 |
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0 |
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Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
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184,092 |
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326,544 |
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Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Growth Allocation Strategy |
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0 |
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0 |
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High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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High Income Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Institutional U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Institutional U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Intermediate Bond Fund |
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14,067 |
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0 |
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International Equity 130/30 Fund |
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1,535,130 |
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33,827 |
* |
International Equity Fund |
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3,114,967 |
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3,859,246 |
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International Equity Index Fund |
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753,277 |
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496,517 |
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Investment Grade Bond Fund |
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6,670 |
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0 |
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Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
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1,663,380 |
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2,326,184 |
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Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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651,259 |
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1,708,240 |
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Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund |
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781,165 |
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1,555,391 |
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Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
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3,322,504 |
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2,105,464 |
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Limited Duration Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
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219,414 |
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373,784 |
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Aggregate Dollar Amount of |
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Brokerage Commissions Paid ($) |
Fund |
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2010 |
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2009 |
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2008 |
Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
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1,757,702 |
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1,272,227 |
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Moderate Allocation Strategy |
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982 |
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0 |
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North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Prime Quality Money Market Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
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98,795 |
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20,096 |
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Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Seix Global Strategy Fund |
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0 |
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* |
* |
Seix High Yield Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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125,553 |
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103,577 |
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Short-Term Bond Fund |
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3 |
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136 |
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Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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1,584,818 |
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2,104,421 |
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Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
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942,891 |
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1,297,749 |
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Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Total Return Bond Fund |
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10,485 |
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0 |
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Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
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48,525 |
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18,777 |
* |
U.S. Government Securities Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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U.S. Treasury Money Market Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Virginia Tax-Free Money Market Fund |
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0 |
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0 |
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Brokerage Selection. The Trust does not expect to use one particular broker or dealer, and when one
or more brokers is believed capable of providing the best combination of price and execution, the
Funds Adviser or Subadviser may select a broker based upon brokerage or research services provided
to the Adviser or Subadviser. The Adviser or Subadviser may pay a higher commission than otherwise
obtainable from other brokers in return for such services only if a good faith determination is
made that the commission is reasonable in relation to the services provided.
Section 28(e) of the 1934 Act permits the Adviser or Subadviser, under certain circumstances, to
cause each Fund to pay a broker or dealer a commission for effecting a transaction in excess of the
amount of commission another broker or dealer would have charged for effecting the transaction in
recognition of the value of brokerage and research services provided by the broker or dealer. In
addition to agency transactions, the Adviser or Subadviser may receive brokerage and research
services in connection with certain riskless principal transactions, in accordance with applicable
SEC guidance. Brokerage and research services include: (1) furnishing advice as to the value of
securities, the advisability of investing in, purchasing or selling securities, and the
availability of securities or purchasers or sellers of securities; (2) furnishing analyses and
reports concerning issuers, industries, securities, economic factors and trends, portfolio
strategy, and the performance of accounts; and (3) effecting securities transactions and performing
functions incidental thereto (such as clearance, settlement, and custody). In the case of research
services, the Adviser or Subadviser believes that access to independent investment research is
beneficial to their investment decision-making processes and, therefore, to each Fund.
To the extent research services may be a factor in selecting brokers, such services may be in
written form or through direct contact with individuals and may include information as to
particular companies and securities as well as market, economic, or institutional areas and
information which assists in the valuation and pricing of investments. Examples of
research-oriented services for which the Adviser or Subadviser might utilize Fund commissions
include research reports and other information on the economy, industries, sectors, groups of
securities, individual companies, statistical information, political developments, technical market
action, pricing and appraisal services, credit analysis, risk measurement analysis, performance and
other analysis. The Adviser or Subadviser may use research services furnished by brokers in
servicing all client accounts and not all services may necessarily be used in connection with the
account that paid commissions to the broker providing such services. Information so received by the
Adviser or Subadviser will be in addition to and not in lieu of the services required to be
performed by the Funds Adviser or Subadviser under the Advisory or Subadvisory Agreement. Any
advisory or other fees paid to the Adviser or Subadviser are not reduced as a result of the receipt
of research services.
In some cases the Adviser or Subadviser may receive a service from a broker that has both a
research and a non-research use. When this occurs, the Adviser or Subadviser makes a good faith
allocation, under all the circumstances, between the research and non-research uses of the service.
The percentage of the service that is used for research purposes may be paid for with client
commissions, while the Adviser or Subadviser will use its own funds to pay for the percentage of
the service that is used for non-research purposes. In making this good faith allocation, the
Adviser or Subadviser faces a potential conflict of interest, but the Adviser or Subadviser
believes that its allocation procedures are reasonably designed to ensure that it appropriately
allocates the anticipated use of such services to their research and non-research uses.
From time to time, the Funds may purchase new issues of securities for clients in a fixed price
offering. In these situations, the seller may be a member of the selling group that will, in
addition to selling securities, provide the
Adviser or Subadviser with research services. FINRA has adopted rules expressly permitting these
types of arrangements under certain circumstances. Generally, the seller will provide research
credits in these situations at a rate that is higher than that which is available for typical
secondary market transactions. These arrangements may not fall within the safe harbor of Section
28(e).
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For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2010, March 31, 2009 and March 31, 2008, the Funds paid the
following commissions on brokerage transactions directed to brokers pursuant to an agreement or
understanding whereby the broker provides research or other brokerage services to the Adviser or
Subadviser:
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Total Dollar Amount of |
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Total Dollar Amount of Transactions |
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Brokerage Commissions for |
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Involving Brokerage Commissions |
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Research Services ($) |
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For Research Services ($) |
Fund |
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2010 |
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2009 |
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2008 |
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2010 |
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2009 |
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2008 |
Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
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164,360 |
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299,120 |
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168,967,733 |
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368,118,249 |
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Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
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172,097 |
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319,050 |
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117,772,648 |
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276,916,476 |
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International Equity Fund |
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3,051,186 |
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3,833,659 |
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2,778,498,649 |
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3,508,350,785 |
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International Equity Index Fund |
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753,323 |
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498,729 |
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948,101,136 |
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486,498,523 |
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International Equity 130/30 Fund |
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599,825 |
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13,111 |
* |
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1,424,235,368 |
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28,087,654 |
* |
Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
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1,459,584 |
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1,071,709 |
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1,971,167,229 |
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1,497,041,369 |
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Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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553,233 |
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638,357 |
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892,280,608 |
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1,146,120,351 |
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Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund |
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673,248 |
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867,840 |
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849,044,541 |
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1,582,366,860 |
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Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
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2,945,971 |
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1,150,339 |
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2,808,542,183 |
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1,486,254,599 |
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Mid-Cap Core Equity |
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201,994 |
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149,481 |
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192,558,578 |
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221,613,616 |
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Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
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1,550,183 |
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672,453 |
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1,065,611,172 |
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808,248 |
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Real Estate 130/30 Fund |
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37,048 |
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7,840 |
* |
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71,487,146 |
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24,144,997 |
* |
Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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112,390 |
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43,809 |
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149,639,354 |
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94,902,059 |
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Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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1,231,703 |
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932,764 |
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1,176,981,591 |
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1,360,762,051 |
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Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
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810,645 |
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744,327 |
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523,716,550 |
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675,491,068 |
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U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund |
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18,197 |
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7,042 |
* |
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42,051,313 |
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26,694,936 |
* |
Brokerage with Fund Affiliates. A Fund may execute brokerage or other agency transactions through
registered broker-dealer affiliates of the Fund, the Adviser, the Subadviser or the Distributor for
a commission in conformity with the 1940 Act, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the 1934 Act)
and rules promulgated by the SEC. Under the 1940 Act, affiliated broker-dealers are permitted to
receive and retain compensation for effecting portfolio transactions for the Fund if written
procedures are in effect expressly permitting the affiliate to receive and retain such
compensation. These rules further require that commissions paid to the affiliate by the Fund for
exchange transactions not exceed usual and customary brokerage commissions. The rules define
usual and customary commissions to include amounts which are reasonable and fair compared to the
commission, fee or other remuneration received or to be received by other brokers in connection
with comparable transactions involving similar securities being purchased or
SAI 89
sold on a securities exchange during a comparable period of time. For those transactions not
occurring on an exchange, the rules generally require that no more than two percent be charged if
the sale is effected in connection with a secondary distribution or more than one percent of the
purchase or sale price if the sale is effected otherwise. The Trustees, including those who are
not interested persons of the Fund, as defined in the 1940 Act, have adopted procedures for
evaluating the reasonableness of commissions paid to affiliates and review these procedures
periodically.
For the fiscal years ended March 31, 2010, March 31, 2009 and March 31, 2008 the Funds paid the
following aggregate brokerage commissions on portfolio transactions effected by affiliated brokers.
All amounts shown reflect fees paid in connection with Fund repurchase agreement transactions.
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|
|
|
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|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Percentage of Total |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Brokerage |
|
Percentage of Total |
|
|
Aggregate Dollar Amount of |
|
Commissions/Fees |
|
Brokerage Transactions |
|
|
Brokerage Commissions/Fees |
|
Paid to Affiliated Brokers |
|
Effected Through Affiliated |
|
|
Paid to Affiliated Brokers ($)+ |
|
(%)++ |
|
Brokers (%) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
Aggressive Growth
Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Corporate Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Emerging Growth
Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Georgia Tax-Exempt
Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
High Grade
Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
344 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
High Income Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
865 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
Institutional Cash
Management Money
Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Institutional
Municipal Cash
Reserve Money
Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Institutional U.S.
Government
Securities Money
Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
247,775 |
|
|
|
328,121 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
Institutional U.S.
Treasury Securities
Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
422,687 |
|
|
|
848,773 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
Intermediate Bond
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
International
Equity 130/30 Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
International
Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
International
Equity Index Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Investment Grade
Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Investment Grade
Tax-Exempt Bond
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
382 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
Large Cap Core
Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Large Cap Growth
Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Large Cap
Quantitative Equity
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Large Cap Value
Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Aggressive Growth
Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Conservative
Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Growth Allocation
Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Moderate Allocation
Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Limited Duration
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Limited-Term
Federal Mortgage
Securities Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Maryland Municipal
Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Mid-Cap Core Equity
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Mid-Cap Value
Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
North Carolina
Tax-Exempt Bond
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Prime Quality Money
Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
41,002 |
|
|
|
129,327 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
Real Estate 130/30
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
Seix Floating Rate
High Income Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
14,589 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
Seix Global
Strategy Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
* |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
* |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
* |
* |
Seix High Yield Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
8,300 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
Select Large Cap
Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Short-Term Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Short-Term U.S.
Treasury Securities
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Small Cap Growth
Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Small Cap Value
Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Tax-Exempt Money
Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
SAI 90
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Percentage of Total |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Brokerage |
|
Percentage of Total |
|
|
Aggregate Dollar Amount of |
|
Commissions/Fees |
|
Brokerage Transactions |
|
|
Brokerage Commissions/Fees |
|
Paid to Affiliated Brokers |
|
Effected Through Affiliated |
|
|
Paid to Affiliated Brokers ($)+ |
|
(%)++ |
|
Brokers (%) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
|
2008 |
Total Return Bond
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
U.S. Equity 130/30
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
00 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
* |
U.S. Government
Securities Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
U.S. Government
Securities Money
Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
254,919 |
|
|
|
296,508 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
U.S. Government
Securities
Ultra-Short Bond
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
U.S. Treasury
Securities Money
Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
231,783 |
|
|
|
387,373 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
100 |
|
|
|
100 |
|
Ultra-Short Bond
Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Virginia
Intermediate
Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
Virginia Tax-Free
Money Market Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
0 |
|
|
|
|
+ |
|
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010 the Funds paid affiliated broker SunTrust Robinson
Humphrey $[ ] through a reduction in the yield earned by the Funds on those repurchase
agreements in aggregate. |
|
++ |
|
For most Fixed Income Funds, transactions in repurchase agreements, which are generally traded
through an affiliated broker-dealer, are the only transactions that result in the payment of fees.
Therefore, it might appear, based on the percentage of commissions/fees paid, that all of the Fixed
Income Funds portfolio transactions are made through affiliated broker-dealers. However,
transactions in repurchase agreements make up only a small part of a Fixed Income Funds portfolio
transactions. |
SAI 91
PORTFOLIO TURNOVER RATE
Portfolio turnover rate is defined under SEC rules as the value of the securities purchased or
securities sold, excluding all securities whose maturities at the time of acquisition were one-year
or less, divided by the average monthly value of such securities owned during the year. Based on
this definition, instruments with remaining maturities of less than one-year are excluded from the
calculation of the portfolio turnover rate. Instruments excluded from the calculation of portfolio
turnover generally would include the futures contracts and option contracts in which the Funds
invest since such contracts generally have remaining maturities of less than one-year. The Funds
may at times hold investments in other short-term instruments such as money market instruments and
repurchase agreements, which are excluded for purposes of computing portfolio turnover. Each Funds
portfolio turnover rate for the fiscal years ended March 31, 2009 and 2010 is shown in the table
below. Variations in turnover rate may be due to market conditions, fluctuating volume of
shareholder purchases and redemptions or changes in the Advisers investment outlook.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Turnover Rate (%) |
Fund |
|
2010 |
|
2009 |
Aggressive Growth Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
25 |
|
Aggressive Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
27 |
|
Conservative Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
48 |
|
Corporate Bond Fund 1 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
357 |
|
Emerging Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
71 |
|
Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
63 |
|
Growth Allocation Strategy |
|
|
|
|
|
|
28 |
|
High Grade Municipal Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
209 |
|
High Income Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
368 |
|
Intermediate Bond Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
217 |
|
International Equity 130/30 Fund2 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
491 |
|
International Equity Fund |
|
|
|
|
|
|
193 |
|
International Equity Index Fund |
|
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47 |
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Investment Grade Bond Fund |
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208 |
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Investment Grade Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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221 |
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Large Cap Core Equity Fund |
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89 |
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Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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85 |
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Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund3 |
|
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500 |
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Large Cap Value Equity Fund |
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114 |
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Limited Duration Fund4 |
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44 |
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Limited-Term Federal Mortgage Securities Fund5 |
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337 |
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Maryland Municipal Bond Fund |
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26 |
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Turnover Rate (%) |
Fund |
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2010 |
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2009 |
Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund |
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52 |
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Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund |
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213 |
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Moderate Allocation Strategy |
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31 |
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North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund |
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74 |
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Real Estate 130/30 Fund2 |
|
|
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404 |
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Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund6 |
|
|
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226 |
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Seix Global Strategy Fund |
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|
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|
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741 |
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Seix High Yield Fund |
|
|
|
|
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114 |
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Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund |
|
|
|
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|
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65 |
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Short-Term Bond Fund |
|
|
|
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|
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122 |
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Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund7 |
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|
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144 |
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Small Cap Growth Stock Fund |
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|
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157 |
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Small Cap Value Equity Fund |
|
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|
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71 |
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Total Return Bond Fund |
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199 |
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U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund2 |
|
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312 |
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U.S. Government Securities Fund |
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130 |
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U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond |
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92 |
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Ultra-Short Bond Fund |
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|
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88 |
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Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund |
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20 |
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PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS
The Board of Trustees has approved a policy and procedures that govern the timing and circumstances
regarding the disclosure of Fund portfolio holdings information to shareholders and third parties.
These policies and procedures are designed to ensure that disclosure of information regarding the
Funds portfolio securities is in the best interests of Fund shareholders, and include procedures
to address conflicts between the interests of the Funds shareholders, on the one hand, and those
of the Funds investment adviser, principal underwriter or any affiliated person of the Funds, its
investment adviser, or its principal underwriter, on the other. Pursuant to such procedures, the
Board has authorized the Advisers Chief Compliance Officer (the CCO) to authorize the release of
the Funds portfolio holdings, as necessary, in conformity with the foregoing principles and as
further described below.
Pursuant to applicable law, each Fund is required to disclose its complete portfolio holdings
quarterly, within 60 days of the end of each fiscal quarter (currently, each March 31, June 30,
September 30, and December 31). Each Fund discloses a complete schedule of investments in each
Semi-Annual Report and Annual Report to Fund shareholders or, following the first and third fiscal
quarters, in quarterly holdings reports filed with the SEC on Form N-Q. Semi-Annual and Annual
Reports are distributed to Fund shareholders. Quarterly holdings reports filed with the SEC on Form
N-Q
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are not distributed to Fund shareholders, but are available, free of charge, on the EDGAR
database on the SECs website at www.sec.gov and may be reviewed and copied at the SECs public
reference room. Information on the operation and terms of usage of the SEC public reference room is
available at http://www.sec.gov/info/edgar/prrrules.htm or by calling 1-800-SEC-0330. The Funds
Annual Reports and Semi-Annual Reports are available, free of charge, on the Trusts website at
www.ridgeworthfunds.com.
The Trusts website will provide complete portfolio holdings for each Fund on the 15th
day of each month (or on the next business day should the 15th be other than a business
day) as of the end of the most recent month. Information will remain available until updated.
Portfolio holdings for previous month-ends are available for each series of the Trust. To request
this historical information without charge, call 1-888-784-3863, or write to the Trust at
RidgeWorth Funds, c/o Citi Fund Services, Ohio, Inc., 3435 Stelzer Road, Columbus, Ohio 43219.
In addition to information provided to shareholders and the general public, from time to time
rating and ranking organizations, such as S&P and Morningstar, Inc., may request complete portfolio
holdings information in connection with rating the Funds. In most cases, portfolio holdings
information is provided to ratings agencies by the Trusts Administrator, Citi Fund Services, Ohio,
Inc. Institutional investors, financial planners, pension plan sponsors and/or their consultants
may request a complete list of portfolio holdings in order to assess the risks of a Funds
portfolio along with related performance attribution statistics. The Trust believes that these
third parties, which include affiliated persons, have legitimate objectives in requesting such
portfolio holdings information. The Trust may also disclose the portfolio holdings to
broker-dealers in order to allow the Funds to potentially sell portfolio securities. The Trusts
policies and procedures provide that the Advisers CCO may authorize disclosure of portfolio
holdings information to such parties at differing times and/or with different lag times to such
third parties provided that the recipient is by contractual agreement (i) required to maintain the
confidentiality of the information and (ii) prohibited from using the information to facilitate or
assist in any securities transactions.
The Trust requires any third party receiving non-public holdings information to enter into a
confidentiality agreement with the Adviser. The confidentiality agreement provides, among other
things, that non-public portfolio holdings information will be kept secret and confidential and
that such information will be used solely for the purpose of analysis and evaluation of the Funds.
Specifically, the confidentiality agreement prohibits anyone in possession of non-public portfolio
holdings information from purchasing or selling securities for their own benefit based on such
information, or from disclosing such information to other persons, except for those who are
actually engaged in, and need to know, such information to perform the analysis or evaluation of
the Funds.
Currently, the Trust has an arrangement to provide disclosure of portfolio holdings on a weekly
basis with a week lag time to S&P. Similarly, the Trust has an arrangement to provide disclosure of
portfolio holdings on a monthly basis with a minimum 7 business day lag to Moodys. In addition,
the Trust has arrangements to provide disclosure of portfolio holdings on a periodic basis with no
lag time to SunTrust Personal Asset Management and SunTrust Wealth and Investment Management These
entities are institutional investors affiliated with the Adviser who request portfolio holdings
information to perform due diligence relating to their investments in the Funds.
In addition, the Trusts service providers, such as the custodian, securities lending agent, prime
broker, administrator and transfer agent, may receive portfolio holdings information in connection
with their services to the Funds. Financial printers, proxy voting service providers and pricing
vendors may receive portfolio holdings information, as necessary, in connection with their services
to the Funds. The Funds operations are dependent on the services performed by these service
providers. Persons employed by these service providers are not required to sign and return a
confidentiality agreement, if in the course of normal business the holdings information of the
Funds is disclosed, based on the assumption that such persons generally are bound by
confidentiality under their respective service agreements. Likewise, certain temporary insiders,
such as legal counsel and accountants, will not be asked to
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sign a confidentiality agreement, based
on the assumption that they are subject to professional duties of confidentiality.
No compensation or other consideration is paid to or received by any party in connection with the
disclosure of portfolio holdings information, including the Funds, the Adviser and its affiliates
or recipient of the Funds portfolio holdings information.
DESCRIPTION OF SHARES
The Declaration of Trust authorizes the issuance of an unlimited number of shares of the Funds each
of which represents an equal proportionate interest in that Fund with each other share. Shares are
entitled upon liquidation to a pro rata share in the net assets of the Funds. Shareholders have no
preemptive rights. The Declaration of Trust provides that the Trustees of the Trust may create
additional series of shares. All consideration received by the Trust for shares of any additional
series and all assets in which such consideration is invested would belong to that series and would
be subject to the liabilities related thereto. Share certificates representing shares will not be
issued.
VOTING RIGHTS
Each share held entitles the shareholder of record to one vote for each dollar invested. In other
words, each shareholder of record is entitled to one vote for each full share held on the record
date for any shareholder meeting. Each Fund will vote separately on matters relating solely to it.
As a Massachusetts business trust, the Trust is not required, and does not intend, to hold annual
meetings of shareholders. Shareholder approval will be sought, however, for certain changes in the
operation of the Trust and for the election of Trustees under certain circumstances. Under the
Declaration of Trust, the Trustees have the power to liquidate one or more Funds without
shareholder approval. While the Trustees have no present intention of exercising this power, they
may do so if a Fund fails to reach or maintain a viable size or for some other extraordinary
reason.
In addition, a Trustee may be removed by the remaining Trustees or by shareholders at a special
meeting called upon written request of shareholders owning at least 10% of the outstanding shares
of the Trust. In the event that such a meeting is requested, the Trust will provide appropriate
assistance and information to the shareholders requesting the meeting.
SHAREHOLDER LIABILITY
The Trust is an entity of the type commonly known as a Massachusetts business trust. Under
Massachusetts law, shareholders of such a trust could, under certain circumstances, be held
personally liable as partners for the obligations of the trust. Even if, however, the Trust were
held to be a partnership, the possibility of the shareholders incurring financial loss for that
reason appears remote because the Trusts Declaration of Trust contains an express disclaimer of
shareholder liability for obligations of the Trust and requires that notice of such disclaimer be
given in each agreement, obligation or instrument entered into or executed by or on behalf of the
Trust or the Trustees, and because the Declaration of Trust provides for indemnification out of the
Trust property for any investor held personally liable for the obligations of the Trust.
LIMITATION OF TRUSTEES LIABILITY
The Declaration of Trust provides that a Trustee shall be liable only for his own willful defaults
and, if reasonable care has been exercised in the selection of officers, agents, employees or
investment advisers, shall not be liable for any neglect or wrongdoing of any such person. The
Declaration of Trust also provides that the Trust will indemnify its Trustees and officers against
liabilities and expenses incurred in connection with actual or threatened litigation in which they
may be involved because of their offices with the Trust unless it is determined in the manner
provided in the Declaration of Trust that they have not acted in good faith in the reasonable
belief that their actions were in the
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best interests of the Trust. However, nothing in the
Declaration of Trust shall protect or indemnify a Trustee against any liability for his willful
misfeasance, bad faith, gross negligence or reckless
disregard of his duties. Nothing contained in this section attempts to disclaim a Trustees
individual liability in any manner inconsistent with the federal securities laws.
CODES OF ETHICS
The Board of the Trust has adopted a Code of Ethics pursuant to Rule 17j-1 under the 1940 Act. In
addition, the Adviser, the Subadvisers and the Distributor have adopted Codes of Ethics pursuant to
Rule 17j-1. These Codes of Ethics apply to the personal investing activities of trustees, officers
and certain employees (access persons). Rule 17j-1 and the Codes of Ethics are designed to
prevent unlawful practices in connection with the purchase or sale of securities by access persons.
The Code of Ethics adopted by each of these entities governs the manner and extent to which
certain persons associated with that entity may invest in securities for their own accounts,
including securities that may be purchased or held by the Trust. Under each Code of Ethics, access
persons are permitted to engage in personal securities transactions, but are required to report
their personal securities transactions for monitoring purposes. In addition, certain access
persons of the Adviser and the Subadvisers are generally prohibited from acquiring beneficial
ownership of securities offered in connection with initial public offerings. Certain access
persons of the Adviser and Subadvisers are required to obtain approval before investing in limited
offerings. Copies of these Codes of Ethics are on file with the SEC and are available to the
public.
PROXY VOTING
The Board has delegated the responsibility for decisions regarding proxy voting for securities held
by the Funds to the Adviser. The Adviser will vote such proxies in accordance with its proxy
policies and procedures, summaries of which are included in Appendix B to this SAI.
Information regarding how the Funds voted proxies during the most recent twelve-month period ended
June 30 has been filed with the SEC on Form N-PX. The Funds proxy voting record, along with the
Funds full proxy voting policies and procedures, is available on the Funds website at
www.ridgeworthfunds.com, , without charge upon request by calling 1-888-784-3863, or by writing to
the Funds at RidgeWorth Funds, c/o Citi Fund Services Ohio, Inc., 3435 Stelzer Road, Columbus, Ohio
43219. The Funds proxy voting record is also available on the SECs website at www.sec.gov.
5% AND 25% SHAREHOLDERS
As of June 30, 2010, the following persons were the only persons who were record owners (or to the
knowledge of the Trust, beneficial owners) of 5% or more of the shares of the respective Funds.
Persons who owned of record or beneficially more than 25% of a Funds outstanding shares may be
deemed to control the Fund within the meaning of the 1940 Act. The nature of ownership for each
position listed is Record unless otherwise indicated. The Trust believes that most of the shares
of the Funds were held for the record owners fiduciary, agency or custodial customers.
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The financial statements for the Trusts fiscal year ended March 31, 2010 including notes thereto
and the reports of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP thereon, are incorporated into this Statement of
Additional Information by reference from the 2010 Annual Report to Shareholders. Copies of the 2010
Annual Report will be provided without charge to each person receiving this Statement of Additional
Information.
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INVESTMENT RATINGS
STANDARD & POORS (S&P) SHORT-TERM MUNICIPAL OBLIGATION RATINGS
An S&P note rating reflects the liquidity concerns and market access risks unique to notes.
SP-1Strong capacity to pay principal and interest. An issue determined to possess a very strong
capacity to pay debt service is given a plus sign (+) designation.
SP-2Satisfactory capacity to pay principal and interest, with some vulnerability to adverse
financial and economic changes over the term of the notes.
S&P VARIABLE RATE DEMAND NOTES (VRDNs) AND TENDER OPTION BONDS (TOBs) RATINGS
S&P assigns dual ratings to all long-term debt issues that have as part of their provisions a
demand feature. The first rating addresses the likelihood of repayment of principal and interest as
due, and the second rating addresses only the demand feature. The long-term debt rating symbols are
used for bonds to denote the long-term maturity and the commercial paper rating symbols are usually
used to denote the put (demand) options (i.e., AAA/A-1+). Normally demand notes receive note-rating
symbols combined with commercial paper symbols (i.e., SP-1+/A-1+).
S&P COMMERCIAL PAPER (CP) RATINGS
An S&P commercial paper rating is a current assessment of the likelihood of timely payment of debt
having an original maturity of no more than 365 days.
A-1A Short-term obligation rated A-1 is rated in the highest category by Standard & Poors. The
obligors capacity to meet its financial commitment on the obligation is strong. Within this
category, certain obligations are designated with a plus sign (+). This indicates that the
obligors capacity to meet its financial commitment on these obligations is extremely strong.
A-2A Short-term obligation rated A-2 is somewhat more susceptible to the adverse effects of
changes in circumstances and economic conditions than obligations in higher rating categories.
However, the obligors capacity to meet its financial commitment on the obligation is satisfactory.
S&P LONG-TERM DEBT RATINGS
AAAHighest credit quality. AAA ratings denote the lowest expectation of credit risk. They are
assigned only in case of exceptionally strong capacity for timely payment of financial commitments.
This capacity is highly unlikely to be adversely affected by foreseeable events.
AAVery high credit quality. AA ratings denote a very low expectation of credit risk. They
indicate very strong capacity for timely payment of financial commitments. This capacity is not
significantly vulnerable to foreseeable events.
AHigh credit quality. A ratings denote a low expectation of credit risk. The capacity for
timely payment of financial commitments is considered strong. This capacity may, nevertheless, be
more vulnerable to changes in circumstances or in economic conditions than is the case for higher
ratings.
BBBGood credit quality. BBB ratings indicate that there is currently a low expectation of
credit risk. The capacity for timely payment of financial commitments is considered adequate, but
adverse changes in circumstances and in economic conditions are more likely to impair this
capacity. This is the lowest investment-grade category.
A-2
BBSpeculative. BB ratings indicate that there is a possibility of credit risk developing,
particularly as the result of adverse economic change over time; however, business or financial
alternatives may be available to allow financial commitments to be met. Securities rated in this
category are not investment-grade.
BHighly speculative. B ratings indicate that significant credit risk is present, but a limited
margin of safety remains. Financial commitments are currently being met; however, capacity for
continued payment is contingent upon a sustained, favorable business and economic environment.
CCC, CC, CHigh default risk. Default is a real possibility. Capacity for meeting financial
commitments is solely reliant upon sustained, favorable business or economic developments. A CC
rating indicates that default of some kind appears probable. C ratings signal imminent default.
DIn payment default. The D rating category is used when payments on a financial commitment are
not made on the date due even if the applicable grace period has not expired, unless Standard &
Poors believes that such payments will be made during such grace period. The D rating also will
be used upon the filing of a bankruptcy petition or the taking of a similar action if payments on a
financial commitment are jeopardized.
MOODYS INVESTORS SERVICE (MOODYS) SHORT-TERM MUNICIPAL OBLIGATION RATINGS
Moodys short-term ratings are designated Moodys Investment Grade (MIG or VMIG). (See below.) The
purpose of the MIG or VMIG ratings is to provide investors with a simple system by which the
relative investment qualities of short-term obligations may be evaluated.
MIG1This designation denotes best quality. There is present strong protection by established cash
flows, superior liquidity support or demonstrated broad based access to the market for refinancing.
MIG2This designation denotes high quality. Margins of protection are ample although not so large
as in the preceding group.
MOODYS VARIABLE RATE DEMAND NOTES (VRDNs) AND TENDER OPTION BONDS (TOBs) RATINGS
Short-term ratings on issues with demand features are differentiated by the use of the VMIG symbol
to reflect such characteristics as payment upon periodic demand rather than fixed maturity dates
and
payment relying on external liquidity. In this case, two ratings are usually assigned, (for
example, Aaa/VMIG-1); the first representing an evaluation of the degree of risk associated with
scheduled principal and interest payments, and the second representing an evaluation of the degree
of risk associated with the demand feature. The VMIG rating can be assigned a 1 or 2 designation
using the same definitions described above for the MIG rating.
MOODYS COMMERCIAL PAPER (CP) RATINGS
Prime-1Issuers rated Prime-1 (or supporting institutions) have a superior ability for repayment of
senior short-term debt obligations.
Prime-1 repayment ability will often be evidenced by many of the following characteristics: leading
market positions in well established industries, high rates of return on funds employed,
conservative capitalization structure with moderate reliance on debt and ample asset protection,
broad margins in earning coverage of fixed financial charges and high internal cash generation, and
well-established access to a range of financial markets and assured sources of alternate liquidity.
Prime-2Issuers rated Prime-2 (or supporting institutions) have a strong ability for repayment of
senior short-term debt obligations. This will normally be evidenced by many of the characteristics
cited above, but to a lesser degree. Earnings trends and coverage ratios, while sound, will be more
subject to variation.
A-3
Capitalization characteristics, while still appropriate, may be more affected
by external conditions. Ample alternate liquidity is maintained.
MOODYS LONG-TERM DEBT RATINGS
AaaBonds and preferred stock which are rated Aaa are judged to be of the best quality. They carry
the smallest degree of investment risk and are generally referred to as gilt edged. Interest
payments are protected by a large or by an exceptionally stable margin and principal is secure.
While the various protective elements are likely to change, such changes as can be visualized are
most unlikely to impair the fundamentally strong position of such issues.
AaBonds and preferred stock which are rated Aa are judged to be of high quality by all standards.
Together with the Aaa group they comprise what are generally known as high-grade bonds. They are
rated lower than the best bonds because margins of protection may not be as large as in Aaa
securities or fluctuation of protective elements may be of greater amplitude or there may be other
elements present which make the long-term risk appear somewhat larger than the Aaa securities.
ABonds and preferred stock which are rated A possess many favorable investment attributes and are
to be considered as upper medium-grade obligations. Factors giving security to principal and
interest are considered adequate, but elements may be present which suggest a susceptibility to
impairment sometime in the future.
BaaBonds and preferred stock which are rated Baa are considered as medium-grade obligations (i.e.,
they are neither highly protected nor poorly secured). Interest payments and principal security
appear adequate for the present but certain protective elements may be lacking or may be
characteristically unreliable over any great length of time. Such bonds lack outstanding investment
characteristics and in fact have speculative characteristics as well.
BaBonds and preferred stock which are rated Ba are judged to have speculative elements; their
future cannot be considered as well-assured. Often the protection of interest and principal
payments may be very moderate, and thereby not well safeguarded during both good and bad times over
the future. Uncertainty of position characterizes bonds in this class.
BBonds and preferred stock which are rated B generally lack characteristics of the desirable
investment. Assurance of interest and principal payments or of maintenance of other terms of the
contract over any long period of time may be small.
CaaBonds and preferred stock which are rated Caa are of poor standing. Such issues may be in
default or there may be present elements of danger with respect to principal or interest.
CaBonds and preferred stock which are rated Ca are highly speculative and are likely in, or very
near, default, with some prospect of recovery of principal and interest.
CBonds and preferred stock which are rated C are the lowest rated class of bonds and are typically
in default, with little prospect for recovery of principal or interest.
NRIndicates that both the bonds and the obligor or credit enhancer are not currently rated by S&P
or Moodys with respect to short-term indebtedness. However, management considers them to be of
comparable quality to securities rated A-1 or P-1.
NR(1)The underlying issuer/obligor/guarantor has other outstanding debt rated AAA by S&P or Aaa by
Moodys.
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NR(2)The underlying issuer/obligor/guarantor has other outstanding debt rated AA by S&P or Aa by
Moodys.
NR(3)The underlying issuer/obligor/guarantor has other outstanding debt rated A by S&P or Moodys.
FITCH RATINGS SHORT-TERM DEBT RATING DEFINITIONS
F-1Indicates the strongest capacity for timely payment of financial commitments relative to other
issuers or issues in the same country. Under their national rating scale, this rating is assigned
to the best credit risk relative to all others in the same country and is normally assigned to
all financial commitments issued or guaranteed by the sovereign state. Where the credit risk is
particularly strong, a + is added to the assigned rating.
F-2Indicates a satisfactory capacity for timely payment of financial commitments relative to other
issuers or issues in the same country. However, the margin of safety is not as great as in the case
of the higher ratings.
F-3Indicates an adequate capacity for timely payment of financial commitments relative to other
issuers or issues in the same country. However, such capacity is more susceptible to near-term
adverse changes than for financial commitments in higher rated categories.
FITCH RATINGS COMMERCIAL PAPER RATING DEFINITIONS
F-1Indicates the strongest capacity for timely payment of financial commitments relative to other
issuers or issues in the same country. Under their national rating scale, this rating is assigned
to the best credit risk relative to all others in the same country and is normally assigned to
all financial commitments issued or guaranteed by the sovereign state. Where the credit risk is
particularly strong, a + is added to the assigned rating.
F-2Indicates a satisfactory capacity for timely payment of financial commitments relative to other
issuers or issues in the same country. However, the margin of safety is not as great as in the case
of the higher ratings.
FITCH RATINGS LONG-TERM DEBT RATING DEFINITIONS
AAAHighest credit quality. AAA ratings denote the lowest expectation of credit risk. They are
assigned only in case of exceptionally strong capacity for timely payment of financial commitments.
This capacity is highly unlikely to be adversely affected by foreseeable events.
AAVery high credit quality. AA ratings denote a very low expectation of credit risk. They
indicate very strong capacity for timely payment of financial commitments. This capacity is not
significantly vulnerable to foreseeable events.
AHigh credit quality. A ratings denote a low expectation of credit risk. The capacity for timely
payment of financial commitments is considered strong. This capacity may, nevertheless, be more
vulnerable to changes in circumstances or in economic conditions than is the case for higher
ratings.
BBBGood credit quality. BBB ratings indicate that there is currently a low expectation of credit
risk. The capacity for timely payment of financial commitments is considered adequate, but adverse
changes in circumstances and in economic conditions are more likely to impair this capacity. This
is the lowest investment-grade category.
BBSpeculative. BB ratings indicate that there is a possibility of credit risk developing,
particularly as the result of adverse economic change over
time; however, business or financial alternatives may be available to allow financial commitments
to be met. Securities rated in this category are not investment-grade.
A-5
BHighly Speculative. B ratings indicate that significant credit risk is present, but a limited
margin of safety remains. Financial commitments are currently being met; however, capacity for
continued payment is contingent upon a sustained, favorable business and economic environment.
DBRS SHORT-TERM DEBT AND COMMERCIAL PAPER RATING DEFINITIONS
As is the case with all Dominion Bond Rating Service (DBRS) rating scales, commercial paper
ratings are meant to give an indication of the risk that the borrower will not fulfill its
obligations in a timely manner.
R-1 (high) Short-term debt rated R-1 (high) is of the highest credit quality, and indicates an
entity which possesses unquestioned ability to repay current liabilities as they fall due. Entities
rated in this category normally maintain strong liquidity positions, conservative debt levels and
profitability which is both stable and above average. Companies achieving an R-1 (high) rating
are normally leaders in structurally sound industry segments with proven track records, sustainable
positive future results and no substantial qualifying negative factors. Given the extremely tough
definition which DBRS has established for an R-1 (high), few entities are strong enough to
achieve this rating.
R-1 (middle) Short-term debt rated R-1 (middle) is of superior credit quality and, in most cases,
ratings in this category differ from R-1 (high) credits to only a small degree. Given the
extremely tough definition which DBRS has for the R-1 (high) category (which few companies are
able to achieve), entities rated R-1 (middle) are also considered strong credits which typically
exemplify above average strength in key areas of consideration for debt protection.
R-1 (low) Short-term debt rated R-1 (low) is of satisfactory credit quality. The overall strength
and outlook for key liquidity, debt and profitability ratios is not normally as favorable as with
higher rating categories, but these considerations are still respectable. Any qualifying negative
factors which exist are considered manageable, and the entity is normally of sufficient size to
have some influence in its industry.
R-2 (high), R-2 (middle), R-2 (low) Short-term debt rated R-2 is of adequate credit quality and
within the three subset grades, debt protection ranges from having reasonable ability for timely
repayment to a level which is considered only just adequate. The liquidity and debt ratios of
entities in the R-2 classification are not as strong as those in the R-1 category, and the past
and future trend may suggest some risk of maintaining the strength of key ratios in these areas.
Alternative sources of liquidity support are considered satisfactory; however, even the strongest
liquidity support will not improve the commercial paper rating of the issuer. The size of the
entity may restrict its flexibility, and its relative position in the industry is not typically as
strong as an R-1 credit. Profitability trends, past and future, may be less favorable, earnings
not as stable, and there are often negative qualifying factors present which could also make the
entity more vulnerable to adverse changes in financial and economic conditions.
DBRS LONG-TERM DEBT RATING DEFINITIONS
As is the case with all DBRS rating scales, long-term debt ratings are meant to give an indication
of the risk that the borrower will not fulfill its full obligations in a timely manner with respect
to both interest and principal commitments.
AAA Bonds rated AAA are of the highest credit quality, with exceptionally strong protection for
the timely repayment of principal and interest. Earnings are considered stable, the structure of
the industry in which the entity operates is strong, and the outlook for future profitability is
favorable. There are few qualifying factors present which would detract from the performance of the
entity, the strength of liquidity and coverage ratios is unquestioned and the entity has
established a creditable track record of superior performance. Given the extremely tough definition
which DBRS has established for this category, few entities are able to achieve a AAA rating.
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AA Bonds rated AA are of superior credit quality, and protection of interest and principal is
considered high. In many cases, they differ from bonds rated AAA only to a small degree. Given the
extremely tough definition which DBRS has for the AAA category (which few companies are able to
achieve), entities rated AA are also considered to be strong credits which typically exemplify
above average strength in key areas of consideration and are unlikely to be significantly affected
by reasonably foreseeable events.
A Bonds rated A are of satisfactory credit quality. Protection of interest and principal is
still substantial, but the degree of strength is less than with AA rated entities. While a
respectable rating, entities in the A category are considered to be more susceptible to adverse
economic conditions and have greater cyclical tendencies than higher rated companies.
BBB Bonds rated BBB are of adequate credit quality, with acceptable protection of principal and
interest; Issuers in this category are fairly susceptible to adverse changes in financial and
economic conditions.
BB Bonds rated BBB are of speculative credit quality, with uncertain protection of principal
and interest, particularly during periods of economic recession.
B Bonds rated B are of highly speculative credit quality, with a reasonably high level of
uncertainty as to the ability of the issuers to pay principal and interest on a continuing basis in
the future, especially in periods of economic recession or industry adversity.
CCC, CC, C Bonds rated CCC, CC, or C are of very highly speculative credit quality, with
principal and interest being in danger of default. In practice, there is little difference between
the categories.
D For bonds rated D, the issuer has either not met a scheduled payment of principal or interest
or interest issuer has made it clear that it will miss such a payment in the near future.
High or low grades are used to indicate the relative standing of a credit within a particular
rating category. The lack of one of these designations indicates a rating which is essentially in
the middle of the category. Note that high and low grades are not used for the AAA category.
A.M. BEST SHORT-TERM DEBT RATINGS
An A.M. Best Short-Term Debt Rating (issue credit rating) is an opinion as to the issuers ability
to meet its obligations having maturities generally less than one year, such as commercial paper.
AMB-1+Strongest. Assigned to issues where the issuer has, in A.M. Bests opinion, the strongest
ability to repay short-term debt obligations.
AMB-1Outstanding. Assigned to issues where the issuer has, in A.M. Bests opinion, an outstanding
ability to repay short-term debt obligations.
AMB-2Satisfactory. Assigned to issues where the issuer has, in A.M. Bests opinion, a satisfactory
ability to repay short-term debt obligations.
AMB-3Adequate. Assigned to issues where the issuer has, in A.M. Bests opinion, an adequate
ability to repay short-term debt obligations; however, adverse economic conditions will likely lead
to a reduced capacity to meet its financial commitments on short-term debt obligations.
A.M. BEST LONG-TERM DEBT RATINGS
An A.M. Best Long-Term Debt Rating (issue credit rating) is an opinion as to the issuers ability
to meet its financial obligations to security holders when due. These ratings are assigned to debt
and preferred stock issues.
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aaaExceptional. Assigned to issues where the issuer has, in A.M. Bests opinion, an exceptional
ability to meet the terms of the obligation.
aaVery Strong. Assigned to issues where the issuer has, in A.M. Bests opinion, a very strong
ability to meet the terms of the obligation.
aStrong. Assigned to issues where the issuer has, in A.M. Bests opinion, a strong ability to meet
the terms of the obligation.
bbbAdequate. Assigned to issues where the issuer has, in A.M. Bests opinion, an adequate ability
to meet the terms of the obligation; however, is more susceptible to changes in economic or other
conditions.
bb Speculative. Assigned to issues where the issuer has, in A.M. Bests
opinion, speculative credit characteristics, generally due to a moderate margin of principal and
interest payment protection and vulnerability to economic changes.
bVery Speculative. Assigned to issues where the issuer has, in A.M. Bests opinion, very
speculative credit characteristics, generally due to a modest
margin of principal and interest payment protection and extreme vulnerability to economic changes.
ccc,cc, c Extremely Speculative. Assigned to issues where the issuer has, in A.M. Bests opinion,
extremely speculative credit characteristics, generally due to a minimal margin of principal and
interest payment protection and/or limited ability to withstand adverse changes in economic or
other conditions.
dIn Default. In default on payment of principal, interest or other terms and conditions. The
rating also is utilized when a bankruptcy petition, or similar action, has been filed.
Ratings from aa to ccc may be enhanced with a + (plus) or - (minus) to indicate whether
credit quality is near the top or bottom of a category. A companys Long-Term Credit Rating also
may be assigned an Under Review modifier(u) that generally is event-driven (positive, negative or
developing) and indicates that the companys A.M. Best Rating opinion is under review and may be
subject to near-term change. Ratings prefixed with an (i) denote indicative ratings. Ratings
may also be assigned a Public Data modifier (pd) which indicates that a company does not
subscribe to A.M. Bests interactive rating process.
A.M. BEST RATING OUTLOOK
A.M. Best Credit Ratings (aaa to c) are assigned a Rating Outlook that indicates the potential
direction of a companys rating for an intermediate period, generally defined as the next 12 to 36
months. Public Data Ratings are not assigned an Outlook. Ratings Outlooks are as follows:
PositiveIndicates a companys financial/market trends are favorable, relative to its current
rating level, and if continued, the company has a good possibility of having its rating upgraded.
NegativeIndicates a company is experiencing unfavorable financial/market trends, relative to its
current rating level, and if continued, the company has a good possibility of having its rating
downgraded.
StableIndicates a company is experiencing stable financial/market trends and that there is a low
likelihood that its rating will change in the near term.
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APPENDIX B
UPDATED PROXY POLICIES TO BE PROVIDED
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THIS FUND IS NOT SPONSORED, ENDORSED, SOLD OR PROMOTED BY MSCI INC. (MSCI), ANY OF
ITS AFFILIATES, ANY OF ITS INFORMATION PROVIDERS OR ANY OTHER THIRD PARTY INVOLVED IN, OR RELATED
TO, COMPILING, COMPUTING OR CREATING ANY MSCI INDEX (COLLECTIVELY, THE MSCI
PARTIES). THE MSCI INDEXES ARE THE EXCLUSIVE PROPERTY OF MSCI. MSCI AND THE MSCI INDEX
NAMES ARE SERVICE MARK(S) OF MSCI OR ITS AFFILIATES AND HAVE BEEN LICENSED FOR USE FOR CERTAIN
PURPOSES BY [LICENSEE]. NONE OF THE MSCI PARTIES MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, TO THE ISSUER OR OWNERS OF THIS FUND OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY REGARDING THE
ADVISBILITY OF INVESTING IN FUNDS GENERALLY OR IN THIS FUND PARTICULARLY OR THE ABILITY OF ANY MSCI
INDEX TO TRACK CORRESPONDING STOCK MARKET PERFORMANCE. MSCI OR ITS AFFILIATES ARE THE LICENSORS OF
CERTAIN TRADEMARKS, SERVICE MARKS AND TRADE NAMES AND OF THE MSCI INDEXES WHICH ARE DETERMINED,
COMPOSED AND CALCULATED BY MSCI WITHOUT REGARD TO THIS FUND OR THE ISSUER OR OWNERS OF THIS FUND OR
ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY. NONE OF THE MSCI PARTIES HAS ANY OBLIGATION TO TAKE THE NEEDS OF THE
ISSUER OR OWNERS OF THIS FUND OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY INTO CONSIDERATION IN DETERMINING,
COMPOSING OR CALCULATING THE MSCI INDEXES. NONE OF THE MSCI PARTIES IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OR HAS
PARTICIPATED IN THE DETERMINATION OF THE TIMING OF, PRICES AT, OR QUANTITIES OF THIS FUND TO BE
ISSUED OR IN THE DETERMINATION OR CALCULATION OF THE EQUATION BY OR THE CONSIDERATION INTO WHICH
THIS FUND IS REDEEMABLE. FURTHER, NONE OF THE MSCI PARTIES HAS ANY OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY TO THE
ISSUER OR OWNERS OF THIS FUND OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE ADMINISTRATION,
MARKETING OR OFFERING OF THIS FUND.
ALTHOUGH MSCI SHALL OBTAIN INFORMATION FOR INCLUSION IN OR FOR USE IN THE CALCULATION OF THE
MSCI INDEXES FROM SOURCES THAT MSCI CONSIDERS RELIABLE, NONE OF THE MSCI PARTIES WARRANTS OR
GUARANTEES THE ORIGINALITY, ACCURACY AND/OR THE COMPLETENESS OF ANY MSCI INDEX OR ANY DATA INCLUDED
THEREIN. NONE OF THE MSCI PARTIES MAKES ANY WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO RESULTS TO BE
OBTAINED BY THE ISSUER OF THE FUND, OWNERS OF THE FUND, OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY, FROM THE USE
OF ANY MSCI INDEX OR ANY DATA INCLUDED THEREIN. NONE OF THE MSCI PARTIES SHALL HAVE ANY LIABILITY
FOR ANY ERRORS, OMISSIONS OR INTERRUPTIONS OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH ANY MSCI INDEX OR ANY DATA
INCLUDED THEREIN. FURTHER, NONE OF THE MSCI PARTIES MAKES ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF ANY
KIND, AND THE MSCI PARTIES HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WITH RESPECT TO EACH MSCI INDEX AND ANY DATA INCLUDED THEREIN. WITHOUT
LIMITING ANY OF THE FOREGOING, IN NO EVENT SHALL ANY OF THE MSCI PARTIES HAVE ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY
DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, CONSEQUENTIAL OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS)
EVEN IF NOTIFIED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
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PART C: OTHER INFORMATION
POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 81
ITEM 28. Exhibits:
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Agreement and Declaration of Trust of STI Classic Funds (now, RidgeWorth Funds) (the
Registrant) dated January 15, 1992, is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 1 of
Post-Effective Amendment No. 15 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File
No. 033-45671), as filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC) via
EDGAR Accession No. 0000912057-96-015938 on July 31, 1996. |
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(a)(2)
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Amendment dated March 31, 2008 to the Registrants Agreement and Declaration of Trust dated
January 15, 1992 is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (a)(2) of Post-Effective
Amendment No. 74 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671),
as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-004114 on May 16, 2008. |
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(b)(1)
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Registrants Amended and Restated By-Laws, as approved by the Board of Trustees on August
15, 2000, are incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (b) of Post-Effective Amendment No.
37 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with
the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000935069-00-000528 on September 21, 2000. |
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(b)(2)
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Amendment dated March 31, 2008 to the Registrants Amended and Restated By-Laws, as approved
by the Board of Trustees on August 15, 2000, is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit
(b)(2) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 75 to the Registrants Registration Statement filed
with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-004343 on May 30, 2008. |
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(c)
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Not applicable. |
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(d)(1)
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Amended and Restated Investment Advisory Agreement dated November 14, 2006 between the
Registrant and Trusco Capital Management, Inc. (now, RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.) is
incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (d)(1) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 67 to the
Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC
via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-07-004809 on May 30, 2007. |
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Amended Schedule A, as last amended July 29, 2009, to the Amended and Restated Investment
Advisory Agreement dated November 14, 2006 between the Registrant and RidgeWorth Capital
Management, Inc. (formerly, Trusco Capital Management, Inc.) is incorporated herein by
reference to Exhibit (d)(2) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 80 to the Registrants
Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR
Accession No. 0000950123-09-026997 on July 29, 2009. |
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(d)(3)
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Amendment dated April 1, 2008 to the Amended and Restated Investment Advisory Agreement
dated November 14, 2006 between the Registrant and RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
(formerly, Trusco Capital Management, Inc.) is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit
(d)(3) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 74 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form
N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-004114
on May 16, 2008. |
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(d)(4)
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Expense Limitation Agreement dated January 9, 2008 between the Registrant, Trusco Capital
Management, Inc. (now, RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.) and Alpha Equity Management LLC,
is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (d)(5) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 76 to
the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the
SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-005746 on July 29, 2008. |
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Expense Limitation Agreement dated August 1, 2008 among the Registrant, RidgeWorth Capital
Management, Inc., Alpha Equity Management LLC and StableRiver Capital Management, LLC is
incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (d)(5) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 78 to the
Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC
via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-09-001279 on February 12, 2009. |
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(d)(6) |
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Expense Limitation Agreement dated August 1, 2009 among the Registrant, RidgeWorth Capital
Management, Inc., Alpha Equity Management LLC and StableRiver Capital Management, LLC is filed
herewith. |
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(d)(7) |
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Form of Expense Limation Agreement dated August 1, 2010 among the Registrant, RidgeWorth
Capital Management, Inc., Alpha Equity Management LLC and StableRiver Capital Management, LLC
is filed herewith. |
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(d)(8) |
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Investment Subadvisory Agreement dated December 19, 2008 between RidgeWorth Capital
Management, Inc. and Zevenbergen Capital Investments, LLC is incorporated herein by reference
to Exhibit (d)(6) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 78 to the Registrants Registration
Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671, as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No.
0000950152-09-001279 on February 12, 2009. |
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(d)(9) |
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Investment Subadvisory Agreement dated December 13, 2007 between Trusco Capital Management,
Inc. (now, RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.) and Alpha Equity Management LLC is
incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (d)(7) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 74 to the
Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC
via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-004114 on May 16, 2008. |
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(d)(10) |
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Amendment dated April 1, 2008 to the Investment Subadvisory Agreement dated December 13,
2007 between RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. (formerly, Trusco Capital Management, Inc.)
and Alpha Equity Management LLC is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (d)(8) of
Post-Effective Amendment No. 74 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File
No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-004114 on May 16,
2008. |
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Investment Subadvisory Agreement dated March 31, 2008 between RidgeWorth Capital Management,
Inc. (formerly, Trusco Capital Management, Inc.) and Ceredex Value Advisors LLC is
incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (d)(10) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 74 to the
Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC
via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-004114 on May 16, 2008. |
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(d)(12) |
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Investment Subadvisory Agreement dated March 31, 2008 between RidgeWorth Capital
Management, Inc. (formerly, Trusco Capital Management, Inc.) and Certium Asset Management LLC
is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (d)(11) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 74 to
the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the
SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-004114 on May 16, 2008. |
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Investment Subadvisory Agreement dated March 31, 2008 between RidgeWorth Capital
Management, Inc. (formerly, Trusco Capital Management, Inc.) and IronOak Advisors LLC is
incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (d)(12) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 74 to the
Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC
via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-004114 on May 16, 2008. |
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Investment Subadvisory Agreement dated March 31, 2008 between RidgeWorth Capital
Management, Inc. (formerly, Trusco Capital Management, Inc.) and Seix Investment Advisors LLC
is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (d)(15) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 76 to
the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the
SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-005746 on July 29, 2008. |
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(d)(15) |
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Amended Schedule A to the Investment Subadvisory Agreement dated March 31, 2008 between
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. (formerly, Trusco Capital Management, Inc.) and Seix
Investment Advisors LLC is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (d)(13) of
Post-Effective Amendment No. 79 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File
No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950135-09-004376 on May 29,
2009. |
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Investment Subadvisory Agreement dated March 31, 2008 between RidgeWorth Capital
Management, Inc. (formerly, Trusco Capital Management, Inc.) and Silvant Capital Management
LLC is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (d)(14) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 74
to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with
the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-004114 on May 16, 2008. |
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Investment Subadvisory Agreement dated March 31, 2008 between RidgeWorth Capital
Management, Inc. (formerly, Trusco Capital Management, Inc.) and StableRiver Capital
Management LLC is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (d)(15) of Post-Effective
Amendment No. 74 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671),
as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-004114 on May 16, 2008. |
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Distribution Agreement dated March 31, 2009 between the Registrant and RidgeWorth
Distributors LLC is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (e) of Post-Effective
Amendment No. 80 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671),
as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950123-09-026997 on July 29, 2009. |
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First Amendment to Distribution Agreement dated August 1, 2009 between the Registrant and
RidgeWorth Distributors LLC is filed herewith. |
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Not applicable. |
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Custodian Agreement dated February 1, 1994 between the Registrant and Trust Company Bank
(now, SunTrust Bank) is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit 8(b) of Post-Effective
Amendment No. 15 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671),
as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000912057-96-015938 on July 31, 1996. |
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Securities Lending Amendment dated October 1, 2002 to the Custodian Agreement dated February
1, 1994 between the Registrant and SunTrust Bank is incorporated herein by reference to
Exhibit (g)(2) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 47 to the Registrants Registration Statement
on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No.
0000935069-03-001371 on September 30, 2003. |
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(g)(3) |
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Amendment dated July 1, 2003 to the Custodian Agreement between the Registrant and SunTrust
Bank, dated February 1, 1994, as amended October 1, 2002, and Schedule A of such Agreement
amended as of August 16, 1995 and January 1, 1996, is incorporated herein by reference to
Exhibit (g)(3) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 48 to the Registrants Registration Statement
on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No.
0000935069-03-001651 on December 10, 2003. |
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Amendment dated November 25, 2003 to the Custodian Agreement dated February 1, 1994 between
the Registrant and SunTrust Bank is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (g)(6) of
Post-Effective Amendment No. 50 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File
No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-04-005770 on July 30,
2004. |
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Amendment dated August 19, 2005 to the Custodian Agreement dated February 1, 1994 between
the Registrant and SunTrust Bank is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (g)(5) of
Post-Effective Amendment No. 80 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File
No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950123-09-026997 on July 29,
2009. |
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(g)(6) |
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Amendment dated March 31, 2008 to the Custodian Agreement dated February 1, 1994 between the
Registrant and SunTrust Bank is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (g)(6) of
Post-Effective Amendment No. 76 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File
No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-005746 on July 29,
2008. |
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Form of Amendment to the Securities Lending Amendment to Custodian Agreement dated February
1, 1994 between the Registrant and SunTrust Bank is incorporated herein by reference to
Exhibit (g)(7) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 80 to the Registrants Registration Statement
on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No.
0000950123-09-026997 on July 29, 2009. |
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Amended Schedule A dated May 29, 2009 to the Custodian Agreement dated February 1, 1994
between the Registrant and SunTrust Bank is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (g)(8)
of Post-Effective Amendment No. 80 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A
(File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950123-09-026997 on
July 29, 2009. |
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Amendment to Custodian Agreement dated October 1, 2009 between the Registrant and SunTrust
Bank (formerly known as Trust Company Bank) is filed herewith. |
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Custodian Agreement dated January 29, 2003 among the Registrant, STI Classic Variable Trust
(now, RidgeWorth Variable Trust) and Brown Brothers Harriman & Co., with respect to the
Institutional Cash Management Fund, International Equity Fund, International Equity Index
Fund, International Equity 130/30 Fund, Real Estate 130/30 Fund, U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund, Seix
Global Strategy Fund and Strategic Income Fund, is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit
(g)(7) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 13 to the Registration Statement of the STI Classic
Variable Trust (now, RidgeWorth Variable Trust) (SEC No. 033-91476), as filed with the SEC via
EDGAR Accession No. 0000935069-03-00052 on April 25, 2003. |
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First Amendment dated March 31, 2008 to the Custodian Agreement dated January 29, 2003
among the Registrant, RidgeWorth Variable Trust (formerly, STI Classic Variable Trust) and
Brown Brothers Harriman & Co., with respect to the Institutional Cash Management Fund,
International Equity Fund, International Equity Index Fund, International Equity 130/30 Fund,
Real Estate 130/30 Fund, U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund, Seix Global Strategy Fund and Strategic
Income Fund, is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (g)(9) of Post-Effective Amendment
No. 76 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed
with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-005746 on July 29, 2008. |
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Master Services Agreement dated July 16, 2004 between the Registrant and Citi Fund Services
Ohio, Inc. (formerly, BISYS Fund Services, Ohio, Inc.) is incorporated herein by reference to
Exhibit (h)(1) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 51 to the Registrants Registration Statement
on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No.
0000950152-04-007101 on September 28, 2004. |
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Revised Schedule A to the Master Services Agreement dated July 16, 2004 between the
Registrant and Citi Fund Services Ohio, Inc. (formerly, BISYS Fund Services, Ohio, Inc.) is
incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit(h)(2) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 74 to the
Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC
via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-004114 on May 16, 2008. |
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Amendment dated as of August 11, 2004 to the Master Services Agreement dated July 16, 2004
between the Registrant and Citi Fund Services Ohio, Inc. (formerly, BISYS Fund Services, Ohio,
Inc.) is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (h)(2) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 51
to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with
the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-04-007101 on September 28, 2004. |
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Amendment dated November 5, 2004 to the Master Services Agreement dated July 16, 2004
between the Registrant and Citi Fund Services, Ohio, Inc. (formerly, BISYS Fund Services,
Ohio, Inc.) is incorporated by reference to Exhibit (h)(3) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 53
to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with
the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-04-009220 on December 30, 2004. |
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Amendment dated November 18, 2005 to the Master Services Agreement dated July 16, 2004
between the Registrant and Citi Fund Services Ohio, Inc. (formerly, BISYS Fund Services, Ohio,
Inc.) is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (h)(4) of Post Effective Amendment No. 63
to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with
the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-06-002527 on March 24, 2006. |
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Amendment dated July 1, 2007 to the Master Services Agreement dated July 16, 2004 between
the Registrant and Citi Fund Services, Ohio, Inc. (formerly, BISYS Fund Services, Ohio, Inc.)
is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (h)(6) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 72 to
the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the
SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-07-009632 on December 14, 2007. |
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Amendment dated May 15, 2007 to the Master Services Agreement dated July 16, 2004 between
the Registrant and Citi Fund Services, Ohio, Inc., (formerly, BISYS Fund Services, Ohio, Inc.)
is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (h)(7) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 74 to
the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the
SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-004114 on May 16, 2008. |
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Amendment dated August 21, 2007 to the Master Services Agreement dated July 16, 2004 between
the Registrant and Citi Fund Services, Ohio, Inc., (formerly, BISYS Fund Services, Ohio, Inc.)
is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (h)(8) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 74 to
the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the
SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-004114 on May 16, 2008. |
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Form of Amendment dated April 1, 2008 to the Master Services Agreement dated July 16, 2004
between the Registrant and Citi Fund Services, Ohio, Inc. (formerly, BISYS Fund Services,
Ohio, Inc.) is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (h)(9) of Post-Effective Amendment
No. 80 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed
with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950123-09-026997 on July 29, 2009. |
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Amendment dated May 20, 2008 to the Master Services Agreement dated July 16, 2004 between
the Registrant and Citi Fund Services Ohio, Inc. (formerly, BISYS Fund Services, Ohio, Inc.),
is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (h)(10) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 76 to
the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the
SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-005746 on July 29, 2008. |
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Amendment dated January 16, 2009 to the Master Services Agreement dated July 16, 2004
between the Registrant and Citi Fund Services Ohio, Inc. (formerly, BISYS Fund Services, Ohio,
Inc.) is filed herewith. |
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Amendment dated May 20, 2009 to the Master Services Agreement dated July 16, 2004 between
the Registrant and Citi Fund Services Ohio, Inc. is filed herewith. |
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Compliance Services Agreement dated October 1, 2004 among the Registrant, STI Classic
Variable Trust (now, RidgeWorth Variable Trust) and Citi Fund Services, Inc. (formerly, BISYS
Fund Services, Ohio, Inc.) is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (h)(8) of
Post-Effective Amendment No. 64 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File
No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-06-004792 on May 30,
2006. |
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Form of Amendment dated May 1, 2008 to the Compliance Services Agreement dated October 1,
2004 among the Registrant, RidgeWorth Variable Trust (formerly, STI Classic Variable Trust)
and Citi Fund Services, Ohio, Inc. (formerly, BISYS Fund Services, Ohio, Inc.) is incorporated
herein by reference to Exhibit (h)(14) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 80 to the Registrants
Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR
Accession No. 0000950123-09-026997 on July 29, 2009. |
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Shareholder Service Plan and Agreement relating to Corporate Trust Shares dated June 1,
1999 between the Registrant and SunTrust Bank is filed herewith. |
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First Amendment to the Shareholder Service Plan and Agreement relating to Corporate Trust
Shares dated March 31, 2008 between the Registrant and SunTrust Bank is filed herewith. |
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Shareholder Servicing Plan dated November 20, 2008, relating to R Shares, is incorporated
herein by reference to Exhibit (h)(12) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 77 to the Registrants
Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR
Accession No. 0000950152-08-010270 on December 15, 2008. |
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Amended Schedule A to the Shareholder Servicing Plan dated November 20, 2008, amended
August 1, 2009 relating to R Shares, is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (h)(17) of
Post-Effective Amendment No. 80 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File
No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950123-09-026997 on July 29,
2009. |
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Shareholder Servicing Plan dated May 14, 2009 with respect to A Shares and I Shares is
incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (d)(2) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 79 to the
Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC
via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950135-09-004376 on May 29, 2009. |
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Amended and Restated Securities Lending Management Agreement dated January 16, 2009 between
the Registrant and Credit Suisse First Boston is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit
(h)(14) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 78 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form
N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-09-001279
on February 12, 2009. |
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First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Securities Lending Management Agreement dated
March 4, 2009 between the Registrant and Credit Suisse First Boston is filed herewith. |
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Shareholder Service Fee Allocation Agreement dated August 1, 2009 between the Registrant
and RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. is filed herewith. |
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Opinion and Consent of Counsel to be filed by amendment. |
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Consent of independent registered public accounting firm to be filed by amendment. |
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Not applicable. |
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Not applicable. |
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Distribution and Service Plan dated May 17, 2005, as amended March 31, 2008 relating to A
Shares is filed herewith. |
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Amended Schedule A dated August 1, 2008, as amended August 1, 2009 to the Distribution and
Service Plan dated May 17, 2005, relating to A Shares is filed herewith. |
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Distribution and Service Plan dated February 11, 2003, amended March 31, 2008 relating to B
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Distribution and Service Plan dated May 17, 2005, as amended May 14, 2009, relating to C
Shares, is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (m)(4) of Post-Effective Amendment No.
79 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with
the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950135-09-004376 on May 29, 2009. |
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Distribution and Service Plan dated May 14, 2009, relating to R Shares, is incorporated
herein by reference to Exhibit (m)(5) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 79 to the Registrants
Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR
Accession No. 0000950135-09-004376 on May 29, 2009. |
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Rule 18f-3 Multiple Class Plan is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (n) of
Post-Effective Amendment No. 79 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File
No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950135-09-004376 on May 29,
2009. |
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(o)
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Not applicable. |
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Registrants Code of Ethics is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (p)(1) of
Post-Effective Amendment No. 75 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File
No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-08-004343 on May 30,
2008. |
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Code of Ethics for RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc., Ceredex Value Advisors LLC, Certium
Asset Management LLC, IronOak Advisors LLC, Silvant Capital Management LLC and StableRiver
Capital Management LLC is incorporated herein by reference to Exhibit (p)(2) of Post-Effective
Amendment No. 78 to the Registrants Registration Statement on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671),
as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No. 0000950152-09-001279 on February 12, 2009. |
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Code of Ethics for Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC dated September 29, 2009 is filed
herewith. |
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(p)(4)
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Code of Ethics for Alpha Equity Management LLC is incorporated herein by reference to
Exhibit (p)(4) of Post-Effective Amendment No. 77 to the Registrants Registration Statement
on Form N-1A (File No. 033-45671), as filed with the SEC via EDGAR Accession No.
0000950152-08-010270 on December 15, 2008. |
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Code of Ethics for Seix Investment Advisors LLC dated June 24, 2009 is filed herewith. |
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ITEM 29. Persons Controlled by or under Common Control with Registrant:
See the prospectus and Statement of Additional Information regarding the Registrants control
relationships.
ITEM 30. Indemnification:
Article VIII of the Agreement and Declaration of Trust filed as Exhibit (a) to the Registrants
Registration Statement is incorporated herein by reference. Insofar as indemnification for
liabilities arising under the Securities Act of 1933 (the Act) may be permitted to trustees,
directors, officers and controlling persons of the Registrant by the Registrant pursuant to the
Declaration of Trust or otherwise, the Registrant is aware that in the opinion of the U.S.
Securities and Exchange Commission, such indemnification is against public policy as expressed in
the Act and, therefore, is unenforceable. In the event that a claim for indemnification against
such liabilities (other than the payment by the Registrant of expenses incurred or paid by
trustees, directors, officers or controlling persons of the Registrant in connection with the
successful defense of any act, suit or proceeding) is asserted by such trustees, directors,
officers or controlling persons in connection with the shares being registered, the Registrant
will, unless in the opinion of its counsel the matter has been settled by controlling precedent,
submit to a court of appropriate jurisdiction the question whether such indemnification by it is
against public policy as expressed in the Act and will be governed by the final adjudication of
such issues.
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ITEM 31. Business and Other Connections of the Investment Adviser:
Other business, profession, vocation, or employment of a substantial nature in which each director
or principal officer of each investment adviser is or has been, at any time during the last two
fiscal years, engaged for his own account or in the capacity of director, officer, employee,
partner or trustee are as follows:
Investment Adviser:
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. (formerly, Trusco Capital Management, Inc.) (the Adviser)
serves as the investment adviser for each of the Registrants series. The Advisers principal
address is 50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1400, Atlanta, Georgia 30303.
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David Eidson
Chairman &
Chief Executive
Officer
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Executive Vice
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SunTrust Capital Markets
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Ashi Parikh
President & CIO
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CeredexValue Advisors
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IronOak Advisors LLC (IronOak)
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Silvant Capital Management LLC
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StableRiver Capital
Management LLC (StableRiver) |
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Chairman |
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Certium Asset
Management LLC (Certium) |
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CEO |
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Andrew S. Atkins
Vice President
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Steve R. Bendrick
Vice President
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Sabrina Bowens
Vice President
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Charles H. Boyt
Vice President
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John C. Brennan
Vice President
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Sheraun Y.
Britton-Paris
Vice President
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Jennifer A. Brockwell
Vice President
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Matthew B. Carney
Director
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Ceredex
Certium
IronOak
Silvant
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Officer
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Muriel L. Chrisman
Associate
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David M. Craig
Director
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Dara B. Day
Associate
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Christopher J.
Dimacale
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Douglas J. Farmer
Vice President
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Alan M. Gayle
Managing Director
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Diana Hanlin
Director
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Ceredex
Certium
IronOak
Silvant
Seix
StableRiver
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Officer
Officer
Officer
Officer
Officer
Officer |
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James B. Hester
Associate
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Felecia B. Holston
Associate |
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Deborah A. Hopkins
Vice President
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Zhigang Jin
Associate
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Jay Karpinsky
Vice President
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Dana E. Keithley
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Mary S. Kelly
Vice President
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William J. Laplante, Jr.
Vice President
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Jason M. Lewis
Associate
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Matthew D. Lota
Vice President
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Steve Loncar
Vice President
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Tina Y. Long
Vice President
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Anthony J. Lynch
Associate
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Jeanine L. Martin
Vice President
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David B. McElroy
Director
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Daniella Moiseyev-Cunniffe
Vice President
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Vice President
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IronOak
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Patrick A. Paparelli
Managing Director/
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Director
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Paul J. Pilcher
Associate
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Sean D. Porrello
Director
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Konda I. Pulliam
Associate
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David W. Reidy
Vice President
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Dina E. Romeo
Vice President
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Josie C. Rosson
Managing Director
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Julia R. Short
Managing Director
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Paul Slakter
Director
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Stephen Smith
Vice President
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Jeffrey P. St. Amand
Director
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Managing Director
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Kimberly Jean Strickland
Vice President
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Managing Director
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Jessica Lacey Thompson
Director
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StableRiver
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IronOak
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Vice President
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William A. Turner
Director
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Darlene van Nostrand
Associate
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Joseph Ward
Vice President
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Gustina Lee Warren
Associate
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Angela V. Watterson
Vice President
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Elizabeth Wilson
Managing Director
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Vice President
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Investment Sub-Advisers:
Alpha Equity Management LLC
Alpha Equity Management LLC (Alpha Equity) serves as the investment sub-adviser for the
Registrants International Equity 130/30 Fund, the Real Estate 130/30 Fund and the U.S. Equity
130/30 Fund. The principal address of Alpha Equity is 90 State House Square, Suite 1100, Hartford,
CT 06103.
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Kevin Means
Managing Partner, Chief Investment Officer,
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Vince Fioramonti
Partner, Director of Trading and IT |
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Donald Townswick
Partner, Director of Research |
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Neil Kochen
Partner, Chief Risk Officer,
Chief Financial Officer |
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Ceredex Value Advisors LLC
Ceredex Value Advisors LLC (Ceredex) serves as the investment sub-adviser for the Registrants
Large Cap Value Equity Fund, Mid-Cap Value Equity Fund and Small Cap Value Equity Fund. The
principal address of Ceredex is 300 South Orange Avenue, Suite 1600, Orlando, Florida 32801.
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Matthew B. Carney
Officer
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
Certium
IronOak
Silvant
|
|
Director
Officer
Officer
Officer |
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Charlie E. Carter
Director
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Certium
Seix
Silvant
IronOak
StableRiver
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Officer
Officer
Officer
Officer
Officer |
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Jennifer N. Graff
Director
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Nicole Blakely Vice President |
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Hein Hanekom
Associate
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C-13
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CONNECTION WITH OTHER |
NAME |
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NAME OF OTHER COMPANY |
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COMPANY |
Diana Hanlin
Officer
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
Certium
IronOak
Silvant
Seix
StableRiver
|
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Director
Officer
Officer
Officer
Officer
Officer |
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Melissa K. Miller
Director
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Laura B. Newberg
Officer
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
Certium
IronOak
Silvant
|
|
Vice President
Officer
Officer
Officer |
|
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|
Ashi Parikh
CEO
|
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
IronOak
Silvant
Certium
StableRiver
|
|
President & CIO
CEO
CEO
CEO
Chairman |
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Mills Riddick
President/CIO
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Officer |
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Josie Rosson
CCO
|
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
SunTrust Bank
IronOak
Certium
StableRiver
Silvant
|
|
Managing Director
Officer
CCO
Officer
CCO
Officer |
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Cody Smith
Vice President
|
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John Stebbins
CFO
|
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
SunTrust Banks, Inc.
SunTrust Bank
IronOak
Silvant
Certium
StableRiver
Seix
|
|
Managing Director
Officer
Officer
CFO
CFO
CFO
CFO
Officer |
|
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Jessica Lacey Thompson
Officer
|
|
Certium StableRiver RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. IronOak Silvant |
|
Officer Officer Director Officer Officer |
C-14
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CONNECTION WITH OTHER |
NAME |
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NAME OF OTHER COMPANY |
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COMPANY |
William A. Turner Officer |
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Certium StableRiver Seix RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. IronOak Silvant |
|
Officer Officer Officer Director Officer Officer |
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Sarah A. Thompson
Associate
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Joseph Ward
Officer
|
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RidgeWorth Capital Management
Certium
IronOak
Silvant
|
|
Vice President
Officer
Officer
Officer |
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Don Wordell
Managing Director
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Certium Asset Management LLC
Certium Asset Management LLC serves as the investment sub-adviser for the Registrants
International Equity Fund, International Equity Index Fund and Large Cap Quantitative Equity Fund.
The principal address of Certium is 50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1400,
Atlanta, Georgia 30303.
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CONNECTION WITH |
NAME |
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NAME OF OTHER COMPANY |
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OTHER COMPANY |
Matthew B. Carney
|
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
|
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Director |
Officer
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Ceredex
IronOak
Silvant
|
|
Officer
Officer
Officer |
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Chad Deakins
President/CEO
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Officer |
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Charles East
Vice President
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Risei Goto
Vice President
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Diana Hanlin
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|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Director |
Officer
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Ceredex
IronOak
Silvant
Seix
StableRiver
|
|
Officer
Officer
Officer
Officer
Officer |
C-15
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CONNECTION WITH OTHER |
NAME |
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NAME OF OTHER COMPANY |
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COMPANY |
Laura B. Newberg
|
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
|
|
Vice President |
Officer
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Ceredex
IronOak
Silvant
|
|
Officer
Officer
Officer |
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Patrick Papparelli |
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
|
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Managing Director |
CCO |
|
SunTrust Banks, Inc.
SunTrust Bank
Ceredex
IronOak
StableRiver
Seix
Silvant
|
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Officer |
|
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|
Ashi Parikh
|
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. |
|
President and CIO |
CEO |
|
Ceredex
IronOak
Silvant
StableRiver |
|
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Greg Peters
Vice President
|
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Josie Rosson |
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. |
|
Managing Director |
CCO |
|
SunTrust Bank
IronOak
Ceredex
StableRiver
Silvant
|
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Officer
CCO
CCO
CCO
Officer |
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Sowmdeb Sen
Vice President
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John Stebbins |
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. |
|
Managing Director |
CFO |
|
SunTrust Banks, Inc.
SunTrust Bank
Ceredex
IronOak
Silvant
StableRiver
Seix
|
|
Officer |
|
|
|
|
|
Jessica Lacey Thompson
Officer
|
|
Ceredex
IronOak
StableRiver
Silvant
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
|
|
Officer
Officer
Officer
Officer
Director |
C-16
|
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CONNECTION WITH OTHER |
NAME |
|
NAME OF OTHER COMPANY |
|
COMPANY |
William A. Turner |
|
Ceredex |
|
Officer |
Officer |
|
StableRiver
Seix
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
IronOak
Silvant
|
|
Officer
Officer
Director
Officer
Officer |
|
|
|
|
|
Joseph Ward
|
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management
|
|
Vice President |
Officer
|
|
Ceredex
IronOak
Silvant
|
|
Officer
Officer
Officer |
|
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Matthew H. Welden
Director
|
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|
IronOak Advisors LLC
IronOak Advisors LLC (IronOak) serves as the investment sub-adviser for the Registrants Large
Cap Core Equity Fund and Mid-Cap Core Equity Fund. The principal address of IronOak is 919 East
Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219.
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CONNECTION WITH |
NAME |
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NAME OF OTHER COMPANY |
|
OTHER COMPANY |
Charles Arrington
Director
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Frank Ashby
Vice President
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Frances Aylor
Director
|
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Matthew B. Carney
|
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
|
|
Director |
Officer
|
|
Ceredex
Certium
Silvant
|
|
Officer
Officer
Officer |
|
|
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|
Diana Hanlin
|
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
|
|
Director |
Officer
|
|
Ceredex
Certium
Silvant
Seix
StableRiver
|
|
Officer
Officer
Officer
Officer
Officer |
|
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|
Jim Mallory
Vice President
|
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Jeffrey Markunas
|
|
Ceredex
|
|
Officer |
President/CIO
|
|
Silvant
Certium
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
|
|
Officer
Officer
Officer |
C-17
|
|
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|
CONNECTION WITH |
NAME |
|
NAME OF OTHER COMPANY |
|
OTHER COMPANY |
Laura B. Newberg
|
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
|
|
Vice President |
Officer
|
|
Ceredex
Certium
Silvant
|
|
Officer
Officer
Officer |
|
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|
Thomas ONeil
Vice President
|
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|
Ashi Parikh |
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. |
|
President & CIO |
CEO |
|
Ceredex
Silvant
Certium
StableRiver
|
|
CEO
CEO
CEO
Chairman |
|
|
|
|
|
Josie Rosson |
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. |
|
Managing Director |
CCO |
|
SunTrust Bank
Ceredex
Certium
StableRiver
Silvant
|
|
Officer
CCO
Officer
CCO
Officer |
|
|
|
|
|
James Savage
Director
|
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
|
|
Officer |
|
John L. Snow III Vice President |
|
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|
Jessica Lacey Thompson
|
|
Ceredex
|
|
Officer |
Officer
|
|
Certium
StableRiver
Silvant
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
|
|
Officer
Officer
Officer
Director |
|
|
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|
William A. Turner
|
|
Ceredex |
|
Officer |
Officer |
|
StableRiver Seix RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. Certium Silvant |
|
Officer Officer Director Officer Officer |
|
|
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|
|
Joseph Ward
|
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management
|
|
Vice President |
Officer
|
|
Ceredex
Certium
Silvant
|
|
Officer
Officer
Officer |
|
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|
|
Denise L. Wells
Associate
|
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C-18
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CONNECTION WITH OTHER |
NAME |
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NAME OF OTHER COMPANY |
|
COMPANY |
John Stebbins |
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. |
|
Managing Director |
CFO |
|
SunTrust Bank, Inc.
|
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Officer |
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|
SunTrust Bank
|
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Officer |
|
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Ceredex
|
|
CFO |
|
|
Silvant
|
|
CFO |
|
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Certium
|
|
CFO |
|
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StableRiver
|
|
CFO |
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Seix
|
|
Officer |
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
Seix Investment Advisors LLC serves as the investment sub-adviser for the Registrants High Income
Fund, Intermediate Bond Fund, Investment Grade Bond Fund, Limited Duration Fund, Limited-Term
Federal Mortgage Securities Bond Fund, Seix Floating Rate High Income Fund, Seix High Yield Fund,
Strategic Income Fund, Total Return Bond Fund and U.S. Government Securities Fund. The principal
address of Seix is 10 Mountainview Road, Suite C-200, Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458.
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CONNECTION WITH |
NAME |
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NAME OF OTHER COMPANY |
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OTHER COMPANY |
Mark E. Ahern
Managing Director
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Jeannell Anthony
Associate
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Seth Antiles
Managing Director
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John E. Cashwell, Jr.
Managing Director
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Carlos Catoya
Vice President
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David Chou
Associate
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Stacy Culver
Vice President
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William Davis
Vice President
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Christopher DeGaetano
Vice President
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Jorge Delgado
Associate
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Lisa Didonato
Associate
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C-19
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CONNECTION WITH |
NAME |
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NAME OF OTHER COMPANY |
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OTHER COMPANY |
Deirdre Dillon
CCO
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|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
|
|
Officer |
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Rebecca Ehrhart
Vice President
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James Fitzpatrick
Managing Director
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Vincent Flanagan
Vice President
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Elena Fyodorova
Vice President
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Michelle Gallo
Vice President
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Leo Goldstein
Vice President
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George Goudelias
Managing Director
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Paul Guevera
Associate
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Diana Hanlin
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|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
|
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Director |
Officer
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Ceredex
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Officer |
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Certium
|
|
Officer |
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Silvant
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Officer |
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IronOak
|
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Officer |
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StableRiver
|
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Officer |
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James Keegan |
|
Seix Structured Products LLC |
|
Manager |
CIO |
|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. |
|
Officer |
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Soo Kim
Associate
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Nathaniel King |
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Vice President
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Michael Kirkpatrick |
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Managing Director
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Raymond Kramer |
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Vice President
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Scott Kupchinsky |
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Vice President
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C-20
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CONNECTION WITH |
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NAME OF OTHER COMPANY |
|
OTHER COMPANY |
Gerard Leen |
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Vice President
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Charles Leonard |
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Managing Director
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Biron Lim |
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Managing Director
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Laura Linnartz |
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Associate
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Paula Madonna |
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Associate
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Michael McEachern |
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President
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Claudia J. McPherson |
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Vice President
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Sharon Moran |
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Vice President
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Brian Nold |
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Managing Director
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Andrea Pagnozzi |
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Vice President
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Cynthia Panebianco
Vice President
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Brian Reid
Vice President
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Michael Reiger
Managing Director
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David Schwartzman
Vice President
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Robert Sherman
CEO |
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Robin Shulman
Managing Director
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Atul Sibal
Vice President
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C-21
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CONNECTION WITH OTHER |
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NAME OF OTHER COMPANY |
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COMPANY |
Damanjit Singh |
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Associate |
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Robert Stampfl |
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Associate
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Eric Storch |
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Managing Director
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Perry Troisi |
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Managing Director
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William A. Turner
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Ceredex
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Officer |
Officer |
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StableRiver |
|
Officer |
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IronOak
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|
Officer |
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Director |
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Certium
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|
Officer |
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Silvant
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Officer |
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Julie Vinar |
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Associate
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Ania Wacht |
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Vice President
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George Way |
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CFO
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Adrien Webb |
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Managing Director
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Ellen Welsh |
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Managing Director
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Ann Williams |
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Associate
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Thomas Winters |
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Managing Director
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Jonathan Yozzo |
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Vice President
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Samuel Zona |
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Managing Director
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C-22
Silvant Capital Management LLC
Silvant Capital Management LLC serves as the investment sub-adviser for the Registrants Large Cap
Growth Stock Fund, Select Large Cap Growth Stock Fund and Small Cap Growth Stock Fund. The
principal address of Silvant is 50 Hurt Plaza, Atlanta, Georgia 30303.
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CONNECTION WITH |
NAME |
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NAME OF OTHER COMPANY |
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OTHER COMPANY |
Brandi Allen
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Director |
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Michael A. Bain
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Director |
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Sandeep Bhatia
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Director |
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Matthew B. Carney
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|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
|
|
Director |
Officer
|
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Ceredex
|
|
Officer |
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Certium
|
|
Officer |
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IronOak
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Officer |
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Brad Erwin
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Director |
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Jim Foster
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Managing Director |
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Christopher Guinther |
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President/CIO
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|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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|
Officer |
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|
Diana Hanlin
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|
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
|
|
Director |
Officer
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Ceredex
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Certium
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Silvant
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IronOak
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StableRiver
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Randy Loving
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Laura B. Newberg
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Vice President |
Officer
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Ceredex
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Officer |
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Certium
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Officer |
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IronOak
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Officer |
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Patrick Paparelli |
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CCO
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Managing Director |
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SunTrust Banks, Inc.
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Officer |
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SunTrust Bank
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Certium
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CCO |
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StableRiver
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Officer |
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Seix
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Officer |
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IronOak
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Officer |
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CONNECTION WITH OTHER |
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Ashi Parikh |
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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President & CIO |
CEO |
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Ceredex
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CEO |
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Iron Oak
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CEO |
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Certium
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CEO |
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StableRiver |
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Chairman |
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Joe Ransom
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Managing Director |
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Josie Rosson |
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Officer
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Managing Director |
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SunTrust Bank
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Officer |
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IronOak
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CCO |
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Certium
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Officer |
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StableRiver |
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CCO |
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Ceredex
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Officer |
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Kristin Ribic
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Director |
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Michael Sansoterra
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Certium
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Officer |
Managing Director
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Seix
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Officer |
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StableRiver |
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Officer |
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Ceredex
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Officer |
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IronOak
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Officer |
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Officer |
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Marc Schneidau |
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Managing Director
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Officer |
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Jennifer Stewart
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Associate |
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Jessica Lacey Thompson
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Ceredex
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Officer |
Officer
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Certium
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Officer |
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StableRiver |
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Officer |
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IronOak
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Officer |
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Director |
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William A. Turner
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Ceredex
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Officer |
Officer
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StableRiver |
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Officer |
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IronOak
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Officer |
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Director |
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Certium
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Officer |
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Seix
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Officer |
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Joseph Ward
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RidgeWorth Capital Management
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Vice President |
Officer
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Ceredex
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Officer |
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Certium
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Officer |
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IronOak
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Officer |
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CONNECTION WITH OTHER |
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John Stebbins |
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. |
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Managing Director |
CFO |
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SunTrust Banks, Inc. |
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Officer |
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SunTrust Bank
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Officer |
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Ceredex
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CFO |
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IronOak
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CFO |
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Certium
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CFO |
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Seix
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Officer |
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StableRiver
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CFO |
StableRiver Capital Management LLC
StableRiver Capital Management LLC (StableRiver) serves as the investment sub-adviser for the
Registrants Georgia Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, High Grade Municipal Bond Fund, Investment Grade
Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, Maryland Municipal Bond Fund, North Carolina Tax-Exempt Bond Fund, Short-Term
Bond Fund, Short-Term U.S. Treasury Securities Fund, U.S. Government Securities Ultra-Short Bond
Fund, Ultra-Short Bond Fund, Virginia Intermediate Municipal Bond Fund, Institutional Cash
Management Money Market Fund, Institutional Municipal Cash Reserve Money Market Fund, Institutional
U.S. Government Securities Money Market Fund, Institutional U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market
Fund, Prime Quality Money Market Fund, Tax-Exempt Money Market Fund, U.S. Government Securities
Money Market Fund, U.S. Treasury Securities Money Market Fund and the Virginia Tax-Free Money
Market Fund. The principal address of StableRiver is 50 Hurt Plaza,
Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30303.
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CONNECTION WITH |
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OTHER COMPANY |
Kaltrina Baraliu Carney |
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Associate
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Matthew Boden |
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Director
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George Calvert |
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Director
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Christopher Carter
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Kimberly Cook |
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Associate
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Robert Corner |
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Managing Director
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Officer |
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Elizabeth P. Cunningham |
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Associate
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Christopher Giglio |
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Director
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Matt Edelstein |
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Vice President
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Gregory Hallman |
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Vice President
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CONNECTION WITH |
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OTHER COMPANY |
Diana Hanlin
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Director |
Officer
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Ceredex
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Officer |
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Certium
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Officer |
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Silvant
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Officer |
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IronOak
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Officer |
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Seix
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Officer |
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Michael Honshurak |
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Director
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Phillip H. Hooks |
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Vice President
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Mark Kallis |
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Director
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Kimberly Maichle |
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Director
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Doug Mitchell |
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Vice President
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Hassan Moss |
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Associate
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Rick Nelson |
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CEO/CIO
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Officer |
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William H. Peck |
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Director
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Paul Robertson, III |
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President
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SunTrust Banks, Inc.
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Officer |
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SunTrust Bank
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Officer |
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Josie Rosson |
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CCO
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SunTrust Bank
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Officer |
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Ceredex
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CCO |
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Certium
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Officer |
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IronOak
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CCO |
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Silvant
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Officer |
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Managing Director |
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Ron Schwartz |
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Managing Director
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Michael Sebesta |
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Managing Director
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Dusty Self |
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Director
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Mark Smith |
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Associate
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CONNECTION WITH |
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OTHER COMPANY |
John Stebbins |
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc. |
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Managing Director |
CFO |
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SunTrust Banks, Inc.
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Officer |
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SunTrust Bank |
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Ceredex |
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IronOak |
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Silvant |
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StableRiver |
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Seix |
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Chad Stephens |
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Managing Director
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Sonny Surkin |
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Director
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Jessica Lacey Thompson
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Ceredex
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Officer |
Officer |
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Certium
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Officer |
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Silvant
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Officer |
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IronOak
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Officer |
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Director |
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William A. Turner
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Ceredex
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Officer |
Officer |
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Silvant |
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Officer |
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IronOak
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Officer |
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RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
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Director |
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Certium
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Officer |
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Seix
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Officer |
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J.P. Yarusinski |
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Director
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Scott Yuschak
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Vice President |
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Justin Wu |
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Vice President
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Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC
Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC (ZCI) serves as the investment subadviser for the
Registrants Aggressive Growth Stock and Emerging Growth Stock Funds. The principal address of ZCI
is 601 Union Street, Seattle, Washington 98101.
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NAME OF OTHER |
NAME |
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COMPANY |
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Brooke de Boutray
Managing Director, Portfolio Manager
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Rivendell Capital Inc.
Seattle University |
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Vice President and Director
Member, Department of
Finance Advisory Board |
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Lisa Foley |
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Managing Director, Investment Officer
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Rivendell Capital Inc.
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Secretary |
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Leslie Tubbs |
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Managing Director, Portfolio Manager
and Chief Compliance Officer
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Rivendell Capital Inc.
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Treasurer |
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Nancy A. Zevenbergen
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Rivendell Capital Inc.
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President and Director |
President and Chief Investment Officer
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Seattle Pacific University
Foundation |
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Director |
ITEM 32. Principal Underwriters:
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Item 32(a) |
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RidgeWorth Distributors LLC (the Distributor) acts as principal underwriter for
the following investment companies: |
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RidgeWorth Funds |
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The Distributor is registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as a broker-dealer
and is a member of the Financial Regulatory Authority or FINRA. The Distributor has its main
address at Three Canal Plaza, Suite 100, Portland, Maine 04101. The Distributor is an indirect
wholly-owned subsidiary of Foreside Financial Group LLC.
Item 32(b) Information about the Directors and Officers of the Distributor is as follows: |
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Position with Underwriter |
Mark S. Redman
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690 Taylor Road, Suite 150, Gahanna, OH 43230
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President & Manager |
Richard J. Berthy
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Three Canal Plaza, Suite 100, Portland, ME 04101
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Vice President, Treasurer & Manager |
Jennifer E. Hoopes
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Three Canal Plaza, Suite 100, Portland, ME 04101
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Secretary |
Paul F. Hahesy
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Three Canal Plaza, Suite 100, Portland, ME 04101
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Chief Compliance Officer |
Mark A. Fairbanks
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Three Canal Plaza, Suite 100, Portland, ME 04101
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Vice President & Director of Compliance |
Item 32(c) Not applicable.
C-28
ITEM 33. Location of Accounts and Records:
Books or other documents required to be maintained by Section 31(a) of the Investment Company Act
of 1940, and the rules promulgated thereunder, are maintained as follows:
(a) With respect to Rules 31a-1(a); 31a-1(b)(1); (2)(a) and (b); (3); (6); (8); (12); and
31a-1(d), the required books and records are maintained at the offices of Registrants custodians:
SunTrust Bank
303 Peachtree Street, N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30308
Brown Brothers Harriman & Co.
40 Water Street
Boston, MA 02109
(Institutional Cash Management Money Market Fund, International Equity Fund, International
Equity Index Fund, Seix Global Strategy Fund, International Equity 130/30 Fund, Real Estate
130/30 Fund and U.S. Equity 130/30 Fund)
(b) With respect to Rules 31a-1(a); 31a-1(b)(1),(4); (2)(C) and (D); (4); (5); (6); (8); (9); (10);
(11); and 31a-1(f), the required books and records are maintained at the offices of Registrants
administrator:
Citi Fund Services Ohio, Inc. (formerly, BISYS Fund Services, Ohio, Inc.)
3435 Stelzer Road
Columbus, Ohio 43219
(c) With respect to Rules 31a-1(b)(5), (6), (9) and (10) and 31a-1(f), the required books and
records are maintained at the principal offices of the Registrants adviser and subadviser:
RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.
50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1400
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
Alpha Equity Management LLC
90 State House Square
Suite 1100
Hartford, CT 06103
Ceredex Value Advisers LLC
300 South Orange Avenue, Suite 1600
Orlando, FL 32801
(records relating to its function as subadviser)
Certium Asset Management LLC
50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30303
(records relating to its function as subadviser)
IronOak Advisors LLC
919 East Main Street
Richmond, VA 23219
(records relating to its function as subadviser)
C-29
Seix Investment Advisors LLC
10 Mountain View Road
Suite C-200
Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458
Silvant Capital Management LLC
50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30303
(records relating to its function as subadviser)
StableRiver Capital Management LLC
50 Hurt Plaza, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30303
(records relating to its function as subadviser)
Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC
601 Union Street
Seattle, Washington 98101
(records relating to its function as subadviser)
(d) RidgeWorth Distributors LLC
Three Canal Plaza, Suite 100
Portland, Maine 04101
(records relating to its function as distributor)
ITEM 34. Management Services: None.
ITEM 35. Undertakings: None.
C-30
NOTICE
A copy of the Agreement and Declaration of Trust for the Registrant is on file with the Secretary
of State of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and notice is hereby given that this Registration
Statement has been executed on behalf of the Registrant by an officer of the Registrant as an
officer and by its trustees as trustees and not individually and the obligations of or arising out
of this Registration Statement are not binding upon any of the trustees, officers, or shareholders
individually but are binding only upon the assets and property of the Registrant.
C-31
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1933 (the Securities Act) and the
Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, the Registrant has duly caused this Post-Effective
Amendment No. 81 to the Registrants Registration Statement (the Amendment) to be signed on its
behalf by the undersigned, duly authorized, in the City of Atlanta, State of Georgia on the 28th
day of May, 2010.
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/s/ Julia Short
Julia R. Short,
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President and Chief Executive Officer |
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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act, this Amendment has been signed below by the
following persons in the capacity and as of the dates indicated.
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Trustee |
Jeffrey M. Biggar |
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Trustee |
George C. Guynn |
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Trustee |
Sidney E. Harris |
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Trustee |
Warren Y. Jobe |
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Trustee |
Connie D. McDaniel |
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Trustee |
Clarence H. Ridley |
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Trustee |
Charles D. Winslow |
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President and |
Julia R. Short
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Chief Executive Officer |
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Treasurer and Chief |
Martin R. Dean
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Financial Officer |
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* By:
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/s/ Jennifer English
Jennifer English, pursuant to the powers of attorney filed herewith |
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C-32
RIDGEWORTH FUNDS
RIDGEWORTH VARIABLE TRUST
POWER OF ATTORNEY
KNOWN ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that each of the undersigned as trustees of RidgeWorth Funds
and RidgeWorth Variable Trust (each, a Trust), business trusts organized under the laws of the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, hereby constitutes and appoints Jennifer English and Danio
Mastropieri, and each of them singly, his or her true and lawful attorney-in-fact and agent with
full power of substitution and resubstitution, to sign for him or her and in his or her name, place
and stead, and in the capacity indicated below, to sign any and all Registration Statements and all
amendments thereto relating to the offering of each Trusts shares under the provisions of the
Investment Company Act of 1940 and/or the Securities Act of 1933, each such Act as amended, and to
file the same, with all exhibits thereto, and other documents in connection therewith, with the
Securities and Exchange Commission, granting unto said attorneys-in-fact and agents, and each of
them, acting alone, full power and authority to do and perform each and every act and thing
requisite or necessary to be done in and about the premises, as fully to all intents and purposes
as he or she might or could do in person, hereby ratifying and confirming all that said
attorneys-in-fact and agents or any of them, or their substitute or substitutes, may lawfully do or
cause to be done by virtue hereof.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have herewith set their names as of the 26th
day of February 2010.
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/s/ Jeffrey Biggar
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/s/ George C. Guynn |
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Jeffrey M. Biggar, Trustee
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George C. Guynn, Trustee |
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/s/ Sidney E. Harris
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/s/ Warren Y. Jobe |
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Sidney E. Harris, Trustee
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Warren Y. Jobe, Trustee |
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/s/ Connie McDaniel
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/s/ Clarence Ridley |
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Connie D. McDaniel, Trustee
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Clarence H. Ridley, Trustee |
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/s/ Charles D. Winslow
Charles D. Winslow, Trustee
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C-33
Exhibit Index
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Exhibit |
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Document |
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D6
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Expense Limitation Agreement dated August 1, 2009 among the Registrant, RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc., Alpha
Equity Management LLC and StableRiver Capital Management, LLC. |
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D7
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Form of Expense Limation Agreement dated August 1, 2010 among the Registrant, RidgeWorth Capital Management, Inc.,
Alpha Equity Management LLC and StableRiver Capital Management, LLC. |
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E2
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First Amendment to Distribution Agreement dated August 1, 2009 between the Registrant and RidgeWorth Distributors LLC. |
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G9
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Amendment to Custodian Agreement dated October 1, 2009 between the Registrant and SunTrust Bank (formerly known as
Trust Company Bank). |
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H11
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Amendment dated January 16, 2009 to the Master Services Agreement dated July 16, 2004 between the Registrant and Citi
Fund Services Ohio, Inc. (formerly, BISYS Fund Services, Ohio, Inc.). |
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H12
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Amendment dated May 20, 2009 to the Master Services Agreement dated July 16, 2004 between the Registrant and Citi Fund
Services Ohio, Inc. |
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H15
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Shareholder Service Plan and Agreement relating to Corporate Trust Shares dated June 1, 1999 between the Registrant and
SunTrust Bank is filed herewith. |
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H16
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First Amendment to the Shareholder Service Plan and Agreement relating to Corporate Trust Shares dated March 31, 2008
between the Registrant and SunTrust Bank is filed herewith. |
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H21
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Amendment to the First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Securities Lending Management Agreement dated March 4,
2009, between the Registrant and Credit Suisse First Boston. |
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H22
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Shareholder Service Fee Allocation Agreement dated August 1, 2009 between the Registrant and RidgeWorth Capital
Management, Inc. |
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M1
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Distribution and Service Plan dated May 17, 2005, as amended March 31, 2008 relating to A Shares. |
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M2
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Amended Schedule A dated August 1, 2008, as amended August 1, 2009 to the Distribution and Service Plan dated May 17,
2005, relating to A Shares. |
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M3
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Distribution and Service Plan dated February 11, 2003, amended March 31, 2008 relating to B Shares. |
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P3
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Code of Ethics for Zevenbergen Capital Investments LLC dated September 29, 2009 |
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P5
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Code of Ethics for Seix Investment Advisors LLC dated June 24, 2009. |
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