COVID-19 relief packages are financial aid programs created by governments to help individuals and businesses affected by the pandemic. These packages often include direct payments to citizens, unemployment benefits, and loans or grants for small businesses to keep them afloat during economic downturns. In the United States, the CARES Act was one of the first major relief packages, providing stimulus checks and expanded unemployment benefits. Other countries also implemented similar measures to support their economies, ensuring that people could meet basic needs while facing job losses and health challenges due to COVID-19.