The primary purpose of the New Deal programs, initiated by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in the 1930s, was to provide relief, recovery, and reform in response to the Great Depression. These programs aimed to address the widespread economic plight of Americans by creating jobs, stimulating economic growth, and instituting financial reforms. Initiatives such as the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and the Works Progress Administration (WPA) focused on infrastructure projects, while the Social Security Act established a safety net for the elderly and unemployed. The New Deal fundamentally reshaped the relationship between the federal government and American citizens, solidifying its role in economic and social welfare.