How to Invest in Green Century Mutual Funds

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Green Century offers two mutual funds, the Green Century Balanced Fund (GCBLX) and the Green Century Equity Fund (GCEQX). These funds focus on environmentally sound investments that reflect Green Century's socially responsible investment principles. Follow these steps to learn more.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

  • Prospectus
  • Brokerage account

Invest in Green Century Mutual Funds

Step1
Download the prospectus (it covers both funds in the family) from the Green Century Funds Web site (see the Resources section below).
Step2
Use the online form on the Web site to ask the company to mail a prospectus, or call (800) 93-GREEN (934-7336).
Step3
Fill out the account registration form, which comes with the prospectus. Specify the type of account you want to open (for example, a standard account or an IRA account).
Step4
Mail your registration form and a check to the address you'll find on the Green Century Web site (on the "Download Prospectus" page). In general, you must invest at least $1,000 to open an account.
Step5
Use your own brokerage account to invest in Green Century mutual funds. Contact your investment adviser for assistance. You can also contact Green Century by e-mail or phone for assistance.

Manage Your Account

Step1
Manage your account online at the Green Century Web site. You need a PIN to do so, and you cannot access the company's online account services until you are officially a shareholder.
Step2
Learn about environmentally friendly business initiatives. Investors in Green Century mutual funds typically invest because they have a keen interest in promoting environmentally responsible business practices. Sign up for Green Century's e-mail newsletter to stay current on the efforts of Green Century and others to improve the environment.

Tips & Warnings

  • You can invest in Green Century mutual funds through Charles Schwab, Fidelity and FundsNetwork.
  • You can obtain a copy of the latest annual and semi-annual reports from Green Century at the company's Web site.
  • The Green Century Funds are not open for investment to non-U.S. citizens or residents.

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