Stewards Inc. exists to ignite hope and inspire futures of those who need assistance budgeting their disability and retirement income. As a representative payee organization, Stewards Inc. recognizes the worth and dignity of each person by providing financial counsel, good stewardship and guidance toward an abundant life for all.

Stewards Inc. is dedicated to transforming the lives of the most vulnerable men, women and children in Bakersfield, Bellflower and Fresno. Serving over 1600 people, we. manage the income of individuals struggling with mental, physical, emotional, and/or relational challenges. Staff and volunteers work to live out its mission to ignite hope and inspire futures for the homeless, drug addicts, alcoholics, people with schizophrenia and bi-polar disorder, seniors with dementia, and children suffering from financial abuse.   The overall goal is to help our clients as they negotiate the path toward a more abundant life, with dignity and respect. Approved by the Social Security Administration, Stewards Inc. is a �representative payee organization� (RPO). As such, Stewards Inc. receives a social security beneficiary�s disability or retirement income check $845 a month on average), deposits it in an individual bank account, and pay bills based on an agreed upon budget that allows for housing, utilities, food, and other basic necessities.   For clients, Stewards Inc.�s money management provides the stability they need to begin improving their quality of life. Many struggle with basic life and money management skills to meet their basic daily needs.   In fact, the majority of clients are referred by the Social Security administration, Kern County Mental Health, and other agencies because they are mismanaging their income, wasting money on drugs, alcohol, prostitution, or frivolous purchases.   As a result of Stewards Inc.'s work, over 1,000 people were prevented from being homeless in Kern County; over $9 million was taken out of the local drug trade; and 1600 individuals secured food, shelter, and vital necessities to survive throughout the year.