Why might the government decide to send stimulus checks?

to help stimulate the nations GPD
to improve public opinion about government
to stimulate the Dow Jones
to stimulate changes in prices

of goods and services

to provide financial support to individuals and families facing economic hardship
to encourage spending and boost economic activity
to prevent or mitigate a recession or economic downturn

of which of the options would you choose

I would choose the option to provide financial support to individuals and families facing economic hardship. This is often a primary goal of stimulus checks, as they can help provide much-needed relief to those who are struggling financially.