I agree with the gc idea unless you already know what would be useful to that specific person; otherwise its hard to know what they have, still need, etc. If you have contact with his parents or any one else who could make specific suggestions I would try that first. I know you come to the BBB for concrete ideas, not go ask someone else, but only saying it in this case as I think it does help to talk to someone who has direct knowledge of what is wanted/needed. I did have a couple of people ask me what dd would like for her graduation and I appreciate it. My dd would always be happy with gcs, but it is nice to open presents too as long as they are things she can make use of or wants.
lucky single mom to 20 yr old dd and 17 yr old ds through 2 very different adoption routes