Not if you just give them money.

They can still buy food or rent with that money.

Let’s say they live with a family member for free or they have a small allotment. Maybe they don’t need rental help or food help. By giving them that they might not get what they really need. They might need gas money, or small starter money for a business or an eduction certificate.

Money still allows them to do what they want but also more. That’s why cash is becoming more popular. It has more value for the same cost to government