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Nia Impact Solutions Fund
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
What is impact investing?
With impact investing, your portfolio reflects your values around issues like climate change, racial equity, gender inclusion, and social justice, while still seeking competitive financial returns. At Nia we actively engage with companies In an effort to reduce risk, encourage responsible and sustainable business practices, and to increase long term return on investment in areas that we identify as material.
Is impact investing just for wealthy or institutional investors?
Not at all. The Nia Impact Solutions Fund (NIAGX) was specifically designed to make impact investing accessible to individuals, families, and retirement savers through brokerage and financial platforms many investors already use.
Does investing with my values mean sacrificing returns?
This is one of the most common misconceptions about impact investing. Companies with strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices have been shown to carry lower long-term risk. At Nia, we believe that doing good and investing well are not mutually exclusive.
What issues does Nia focus on?
Nia Impact Capital focuses on three core intersectional areas: diversity and inclusion, environmental sustainability, and social justice. We invest in companies advancing solutions in these areas, and we actively engage with the companies in our portfolio to push for continued improvement.
What is the Nia Impact Solutions Fund?
NIAGX is an actively managed equity mutual fund that seeks long-term capital appreciation by investing in companies contributing to advancements in diversity and inclusion, sustainability, and social justice. It is managed by Nia Impact Capital, a diverse and women-led, B Corp-certified investment firm based in Oakland, California. Learn more about the team here.
When did NIAGX launch?
The fund launched on May 10, 2022.
How many holdings does the fund typically have?
The fund typically holds between 45 and 50 companies, allowing for meaningful diversification while maintaining a focused, high-conviction portfolio.
How is NIAGX different from other ESG funds?
Unlike many ESG funds that rely on third-party ratings or simply exclude harmful companies, Nia takes an active ownership approach. We write letters, file shareholder resolutions, engage directly with company leadership, and vote proxies in alignment with our values making us genuine advocates for change, not just passive screeners.
Is NIAGX fossil fuel free?
Yes, Nia is both fossil fuel and fossil-fuel adjacent free. Nia invests in companies contributing toward a sustainable future and actively engages with portfolio holdings on environmental issues. Please refer to our current prospectus and fund fact sheet for the most up-to-date information on our holdings and investment criteria.
How do I invest in NIAGX?
You can invest in NIAGX through many of the brokerage platforms you may already use, including Fidelity, Charles Schwab, Pershing, BNY Mellon, Northern Trust, and US Bank. If you don't see your platform listed, reach out to us we may already be available there or you can request that NIAGX be added.
Can I open a direct shareholder account?
Yes. If you prefer to invest directly, you can set up a direct shareholder account with us. Contact our shareholder services team at (833) 571-2833 for help getting started.
Is there a minimum investment to get started?
Please refer to our current prospectus or contact our shareholder services team at (833) 571-2833 for minimum investment details, as these may vary by platform or share class.
Can I hold NIAGX in my IRA or retirement account?
Yes. NIAGX is available for retirement accounts on several supported platforms. Contact your brokerage or our shareholder services team to confirm availability for your specific account type. If it’s not available in among your retirement options you can request that it be added.
What if I already have a financial advisor can I still invest in NIAGX?
Absolutely. In fact, we encourage you to bring NIAGX to your advisor's attention. NIAGX is available on many advisor-friendly platforms including Schwab, Fidelity, and Pershing. See the section below on how to start that conversation.
Is NIAGX available on major advisor platforms?
Yes. NIAGX is available through Fidelity, Charles Schwab, Pershing, BNY Mellon, Altruist, Amalgamated, US Bank, and Matrix Trust Company, among others. If you don't see your custodian listed, please reach out we are actively expanding platform availability.
Where can I find due diligence materials for NIAGX?
Fund documents including the prospectus, fact sheet, semi-annual and annual reports, holdings, and proxy voting record are all available on the homepage. You can also contact us directly for additional due diligence support.
Does Nia offer support for advisors adding NIAGX to client portfolios?
Yes. We welcome conversations with financial advisors and are happy to provide materials, answer questions, and support the process of adding NIAGX as an option for your clients. Reach out to us at operations@niaimpactcapital.com or call (833) 571-2833.
How does Nia's active ownership approach benefit my clients?
Beyond financial returns, Nia actively engages with portfolio companies on environmental, social, and governance issues through shareholder resolutions, proxy voting, and direct company dialogue. This means your clients' investment dollars are doing double duty working toward returns and driving corporate accountability.
Where can I find the fund's current performance data?
For detailed performance history, please refer to the fund fact sheet or prospectus available on this site.
Does Nia publish an impact report?
Yes. We publish an annual Impact Report that details our shareholder engagement activity and the real-world outcomes of our investment approach. The most recent report is available for download on our homepage.
How often does Nia report on fund holdings?
We publish quarterly holdings reports, semi-annual reports, and an annual report all available on the homepage of this site.
How do I bring NIAGX up with my financial advisor?
Here are a few simple ways to start the conversation:
"I've been looking into impact investing and came across a fund called NIAGX. Can we talk about whether it makes sense for my portfolio?"
"I want my investments to reflect my values. I found a fund available on Schwab/Fidelity can we review it together?"
"I'd like to explore with you adding the Nia Impact Solutions Fund to my account. Are you familiar with it, or would it help if I shared the fact sheet?"
What materials can I share with my advisor?
You can download the NIAGX Fund Fact Sheet and Prospectus directly from this site and share them with your advisor. If your advisor has additional questions, they can contact us directly at operations@niaimpactcapital.com or (833) 571-2833.
What if my advisor isn't familiar with NIAGX?
That's okay and it's actually a great opportunity. Share the fund fact sheet with them and encourage them to reach out to us directly. We're happy to speak with advisors and provide any information they need to evaluate NIAGX for their clients.
How do I contact Nia?
You can reach our team through the contact form on this site, by emailing operations@niaimpactcapital.com, or by calling shareholder services at (833) 571-2833.
How do I stay informed about Nia's work and the fund?
Sign up for our newsletter to receive impact updates, shareholder engagement news, fund performance insights, and upcoming webinar invitations. Follow us on LinkedIn for regular updates.
We highly encourage investors to carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, and charges and expenses of the fund before investing. The prospectus contains this and other information about the fund, and we strongly recommend reading carefully before investing. Investors may obtain a copy of the prospectus by calling (833) 571-2833.
ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
As with any mutual fund investment, there is a risk that you could lose money by investing in the Fund. The success of the Fund’s investment strategy depends largely upon the Adviser’s skill in selecting securities for purchase and sale by the Fund and there is no assurance that the Fund will achieve its investment objective.
The Fund’s incorporation of ESG considerations in its investment process may cause it to make different investments than funds that have a similar investment universe and/or investment style and that do not incorporate such considerations in their strategy or investment processes.
Under certain economic conditions, this could cause the Fund’s investment performance to be worse or better than similar funds that do not incorporate such considerations in their investment strategies or processes. In applying ESG criteria to its investment decisions, the Fund may forgo higher-yielding investments that it would invest in absent the application of its ESG investing criteria.
Accordingly, investors in the Fund bear the risk that the Fund may not be successful in implementing its investment strategy or growing to an economically viable size.
Nia Impact Solutions Fund is distributed by Ultimus Fund Distributor, LLC (Member FINRA) Nia Impact Capital and Ultimus Fund Distributors, LLC are separate and unaffiliated.
Control # - 20260506-5466083
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