Atlantic
Robert “Bo” Rice
Vice Chair
Summary
Bo Rice is CCS Vice Chairman and one of the firm’s most seasoned advisors, having guided significant philanthropic efforts in the U.S., Europe, Bermuda, and the Middle East since 1987. His work is defined by a long-standing resolve to help organizations grow, strengthen their reach, and achieve sustained impact.
Specialties
The Full Story
Bo is known for counsel that blends strategic rigor with a deep respect for the communities his client partners serve. He is a trusted partner to nonprofit executives and volunteer leaders who value his ability to distill complex challenges into actionable paths forward. His work spans education, health, arts and culture, human service, conservation, and faith-based institutions—each engagement shaped by decades of sector knowledge and an unwavering belief philanthropy to drive meaningful change.
Bo’s leadership has contributed to securing tens of billions of dollars in philanthropic support, emphasizing mission alignment, long-term sustainability, and measurable community benefit.
And Bo’s commitment to service extends far beyond his professional role. He has held board positions with organizations including Boys’ Latin School of Maryland, Habitat for Humanity of New Castle County, Potomac Conservancy, and Peace Players International, and speaks regularly at industry conferences. Bo holds a BA in English from Denison University.
Bo divides his time between Lutherville, MD, and Stone Harbor, NJ, where he lives with his wife, Maryann. Together they have three sons—Nelson, Charles, and Robert—whose own commitments to community reflect the values that have guided Bo throughout his life and career.
Our work is meaningful because it helps address urgent priorities in our communities and around the world. It is especially gratifying to see sustained impact long after the campaigns are completed—with our cherished nonprofit partners engaging new volunteers, expanding awareness, and seeing the robust return on philanthropic investment.