GOBI GALLOP GALA - 2019
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Celebrating the achievement of intrepid riders from around the globe who will have ridden 700 kms in 10 days on horseback as part of the longest annual charity horseback ride on the planet :
 
The Gobi Gallop 2019
 The Road to Kharkhorin
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Heroes of the Narnii Huuhduud Kindergarten (Children of the Peak Sanctuary)

​As in the time of Genghis Khaan, each of the riders will have ridden part of the way in a traditional Mongolian wooden saddle...all to help some of the most disenfranchised and neglected children in Mongolia!

Gobi Gallop Gala 2019
Is Brought To You By

​Come join us and help us help the children. We have an exciting line up for you at the Gobi Gallop Gala, including fantastic entertainment, wonderful cultural displays, live music, excellent food, a charity auction and a great way to be part of the team that is changing the lives of over 400 children!


All money raised will go directly to help the children and families from the Narnii Huuhduud Kindergarten Project (Children of the Peak Sanctuary) which includes a variety of community outreach programs designed to alleviate the suffering of families currently scavenging at the dump and empower them to be able to move toward a life that does not include subsisting on garbage. 


 Please take a moment to check out our "Home" & "Recognition" pages to get a good look at what we do, visit our website at  www.veloofoundation.com then scroll down to see what kinds of fabulous auction items we have in store for you!

Our Amazing Auction Items

LIVE AUCTION ITEMS

Yokozuna Hakuho's "July Nagoya Tournament NHK Golden Cup"+ Slippers
Yokozuna Hakuho has personally donated his July Nagoya NHK Golden Cup as well as his personal slippers to the Veloo Foundation auction.

Hakuho is the most outstanding Sumo wrestler of his time. In 2009, he broke the record for the most wins in a calendar year, winning 86 out of 90 bouts, and repeated this feat with the same record again in 2010 when he established the second longest winning streak in sumo history. He also holds the record for the most undefeated tournament championships at fifteen, which is seven more than any other sumo wrestler in history.  In January 2015, he broke a long-standing record by winning his 33rd top division championship, the most in the history of sumo. He holds the records for most wins in the top division, achieved in May 2016.
"Growing A Better Future" A Custom Made Jewelry Piece From Darrell Hubbell Designer Goldsmith
As he has every year since the beginning of the Gobi Gallop Gala, Darrell Hubbell has generously agreed to hand craft a custom jeweled piece for the children up at the Children of the Peak. 

The beautiful diamond represents the children of the peak, the Veloo Foundation and their supporters. Whom's path lead to a greener brighter future, represented by the green emeralds. 

14kt yellow white gold
1e.20 dimond
16e green natural emeralds (4gr)
17kt yellow gold chain (6,3 gr)

To look at the artistic designs and top of the line quality of work that Darrell does, please check out his website at hubbellgoldsmith.ca.

Gobi Gallop 2019 - In Celebration of the Mongolian Horse 
The Official Mongolian "Comfort" Saddle as ridden on the Gobi Gallop


​And, of course, The Gobi Gallop would NOT be the Gobi Gallop without the prized "Official Mongolian Comfort Saddle" for some lucky person to take home to showcase the beauty and toughness of your average Mongolian herder! Yes, this saddle is just what it looks like - WOOD! Specially put together for the Gobi Gallop, this saddle will have been ridden in by every single Gobi Galloper and will be an important part of the history of the 2019 Gobi Gallop - In Celebration of the Mongolian Horse Everyone will have enjoyed at least 20 kms in this unique, hand crafted stunningly beautiful saddle and it will embody not only the dedication and hardship that not only our riders have endured, but symbolizes the difficult life situation many of our children from the Peak find themselves in.
            Discover Istanbul
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​A travel package to the ancient city Istanbul in Turkey, donated by the Turkish Airlines & Khan Palace Kempinski Hotel Ulaanbaatar, for one person.

Located in the Marmara region of Turkey, Istanbul is the world's most gorgeous and mysterious city, the biggest Turkish city. It's the city that joins continents, cultures and people. Every step you take will take you either to the past with beautiful historical architecture of the once glorious Ottoman Empire, or take into the contemporary modern buzzing city that is Istanbul. The perfect vacation destination for all travelers!

This package includes a business class round trip with Turkish Airlines, on a date of your choice. Donated by Turkish Airlines.
In Istanbul you will be staying at the Çırağan Palace Kempinski Hotel, rated as one of the most beautiful hotels in Turkey. Occupying their luxurious Superior Bosporus View Room for 2 nights. Donated by Khan Palace Kempinski Hotel Ulaanbaatar. 

For information about the wonderful sponsors please click here, Khan Palace Kempinski Hotel Ulaanbaatar and Turkish Airlines.
   Crochet Afghan “Elements”
     by K Zeynep Sayim Yazal

This afghan has been designed by Sandra Kuijer, of the Hooks & Yarn from Amsterdam. I have crocheted it, getting great help from a series of video tutorials made by Esther, of itsallinanutshell.com . Using mostly Turkish yarn as well as some Canadian yarn left to me by the spouse of the former Canadian Ambassador to Mongolia, Ms Cathy Jaeger, it’s taken me about 2 months to complete. It’s a square of about 140cm by 140cm, made with partly warm wool, and partly bamboo mixed with acrylic yarn. I like to take my crochet with me wherever possible. And so this one travelled with me to Khuvsgul Lake during the Ice Festival, and on to Tsagaanuur and the settlement of Tsaatan people. I crocheted in the tippies in one of the remotest parts of the world - it is difficult to get there even in Mongolian standard! Then I kept working on it during our visit to Japan, a drastically different environment from rural Mongolia! Now this lovely afghan’s journey with me is over. It is ready to start its new journey with... You! I made it with love, and enjoyed every single moment of the process! I see many similarities between crocheting and Veloo Foundation’s caring for the Children of the Peak: Crocheting is one stitch at a time; just like “one child at a time”. There are many different types of stitches, some easier and some more challenging; just like children. Not every stitch turns out to be perfect and there are always a number of imperfect ones in any given completed project; just like with children. Using various colours and designs, and devoting a considerable amount of time, at the end, every project turns out to be fine; just like with children. Yarn and time do not cost me much, if any. But Veloo Foundation needs a large budget to care for the Children of the Peak in its now two centres. Therefore please consider donating as much as you can, tonight and in the future, to help raise the money needed. Thank you.  ​
                           "Blue Foal"
           BY S. ZAYASAIKHAN

​"Blue Foal" is a giclee print on 100% cotton canvas 39 x 28cm. It's a limited edition piece signed and numbered by the Internationally renowned artist Zaya.
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Zaya's paintings are sold in some of the finest and most exclusive galleries in the world and as a philanthropist he is very generous in supporting Veloo Foundation's work with the children through the donation for auction of his paintings.  

More about his art here.
          Handmade Custom                   Mongolian Leather Bag

This beautiful bag is a custom handmade leather purse. You will be the only one on this planet carrying this bag. 
        A Costum Fitted Tuxedo
            by Shaglaa Brand

Shaglaa brand is proud to support the Gobi Gallop Gala auction with this classic bespoke tuxedo. Shaglaa-brand menswear makes the finest quality suits, tuxedos, and custom costumes for all occasions. All Shaglaa suits are made 100% in Mongolia by Mongolian seamstresses and not outsourced to overseas factories.

​This auction tuxedo set comes complete with trousers, jacket, vest/cummerbund, shirt, bow tie, cuff-links, and button studs. The winner of this tuxedo will have a fitting session, when the measurements will be taken and the suit and shirt will be custom-tailored to fit perfectly.
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        A Costum Fitted Dress
            by Sara Fashion

SILENT AUCTION ITEMS

            Kempinski Hotel
         Khan Palace Voucher
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​Experience an unforgettable stay at the luxurious Kempinski Hotel Khan Palace, in Ulaanbaatar. With this voucher you can enjoy a 2 day 1 night stay in their Junior Suite for 2 people, with a delicious complimentary breakfast. The perfect weekend get away for a lovely couple.

Additionally you  will receive a voucher for a 60 min. full body massage at their highly esteemed Aster Spa, where you can relax, put everything on hold and re-energize in their tranquil services

The vouchers are valid till June 30th 2019.

For a quick look at the hotel and suite click here. 
      “A Summertime Dream”
         by Marianne Dennison
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This beautiful custom made stained glass by Canadian artist Marianne Dennison features a gray (white) stallion and yellow daffodil's. 
Chingis Khaan was known to only ride on white horses when going into battle. It is said that two white horses were Genghis Khan's favorite. These two horses received special respect from the Mongolian people. It is said that the ancestors of these two white horses once received Genghis Khan's awards. They are reincarnations of Sa'erle, the magic horse of the heaven god Huoermudesi. Herdsmen here worshiped them as their idols. The magic horse has bred ever since Genghis Khan's time. When an old white horse dies, people will select a new horse to replace it. The criteria for selection are: dark and bright eyes, black hooves and white hair all over.
      
Jalman Meadows
Wilderness Camp
Spent 3 days 2 night in a the beautiful Khan Khentii Strictly Protected Area, it extends all the way up to the Russian-Siberian frontier surrounded by lush green scenery and wildlife. 

The package is for 2 people, incl. transportation from and to UB, 3 Meals & accommodation.

The vouchers are valid from May 20th - September 25th, 2019.
Donated by Nomadic Journeys.

For a quick look at the camp click here. 
         Ikh Nart Nature Reserve​

Ikh nartiin Chuluu Nature Reserve is a community reserve where local people have partnered with the Denver Zoo Foundation, the Mongolian Academy of Sciences and Nomadic Journeys for conservation of the plateau. The reserve houses one of the wolds sizable vulture population, Argil sheep as well as Siberian ibexes.

This package is for a 3 day 4 night stay for 2 people. It incl. transportation from and to UB, 3 meals and accommodation.   

The vouchers are valid from May 20th - September 25th, 2019.
Donated by Nomadic Journeys.

For a quick look at the camp click here. 

         Mongol Textile Yak Wool Plaid

A beautiful 100% Mongolian yak wool plaid will be the best edition to your winter warmth collection! Mongol Textile exclusively uses only Mongolian cashmere and yak wool in their products not only do they actively support local herders but also are very diligent in their CSR efforts.

Donated by Mongol Textile.
           Luxury Date Night
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Plan a luxurious date night with your significant other! 

First go and watch the newest movie at Gegeenten cinema, in their VIP section. 

Afterwards, enjoy a custom 4 course dinner accommodatedwith a Laborie Chardonnay 2016 South Africa Western Cape; in a home like cozy and comfortable environment, 
furnished in a refined modern style "Industrial Chic" at
Route 22. Route 22 is considered as one of Mongolia's finest & hippest restaurant, not only that they are a strong supporter of the Veloo Foundation as certain percentage of their menu items profits go directly to the Foundation as donations.
            Terelj Hotel Stay

Pristine and right next door, Gorkhi-Terelj National Park in Mongolia’s Tuv province offers the Terelj Hotel guests access to outdoor adventures from bird-watching to hiking and climbing or horseback riding through meadows of edelweiss, grassy steppes and forest-covered mountains. The park is part of the Khan Khentii Strictly Protected Area, a vast, protected and almost uninhabited wilderness.

Enjoy a relaxing weekend with a 1 night stay in their Deluxe Suite Room. 

​More information here.
   "Cycle Series" by Anunaran

The cycle series is a 60 x 60 prime example of a mixed media art piece by the young artist Anunaran.

Anunaran uses different materials in her art that seemingly fuse together in harmony making a beautifully teal piece of art. She took the negative version of a photograph filtered it to enhance the natural marks of the human body such as freckles that look like little specks of stars covering the body. The different structures that the painting houses silk paper, actual flowers and pencil lines all mix together in harmony giving the viewer the illusion of 3D. This wonderful piece will captivate any viewer by the simplicity of complexity. Symmetry in Asymmetry! 

​Donated by Anunaran.
        "Dream" by S. Erdene

Dream by S. Erdene is a 100 x 60 acrylic painting. 

It depicts the state of sleep that your mind and body drift into in your dreams. The different colors inside the bodies show the flow of energy of the mind that pulsates through your body showing ones inner movement of an unless peaceful motionless resting physical body. All the bodies are surrounded by a purple aura which has the meaning of enlightenment, creativity and ideas that cleanses and soothens ones soul, making sure the viewer feels the purity of sleep. All of it is enhanced by the surrounding deep blue ocean of peace.
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Item was donated by S. Erdene.
         Sapphire Earrings

Beautiful sapphires which were found in Montana, USA. 

14-karat White Gold
2 = 0.75ct TWT Montana Yogo Sapphires
Child with Horse ​
This painting was inspired by the Gobi Gallop itself. It represents what the gallop stands for to help children by going through the hardships of the Gobi by horse.

Komatsu PC2000-8 Backhoe Model

This collector item model of the Komatsu PC2000-8 Backhoei scaled 1:50 after the new style of body with a slide down access ladder located on the side of the model. The rear engine compartment has textured cooling and access panels with accurately scaled metal safety railings present all round the upper structure with rear facing work lights and safety mirror system allowing the driver to clearly see all around the machine.
Hydraulic piping has been cast into the back surface of the boom with flexible plastic piping fitted between the boom and the detailed valve block. Piping has also been added to the back of the hydraulic cylinders with flexible pipe work between boom and stick.The undercarriage features some very detailed track pads which are all metal and individually linked. The track frames have side access steps with three upper rollers keeping the tracks nice and tight. The paint finish is excellent with crisp printing of the Komatsu logo.

Donated by Transwest Mongolia.

5 Night Stay at the Aranya Resort, China 

Located on the Gold Coast of Changli County, Aranya Resort is an artistic holiday resort. It contains churches, libraries, etc. The architecture style is unique and artsy. One of the better known places in the resort is the Beachside Charity Public Library by the Sanlian Bookstore Group. It is well-loved by artistically-inclined youth. If you have the time, walk on the beach and experience the breeze from the sea. It is truly a wonderful experience.

This voucher enables maximum 5 lucky guests to indulge in a 5-night vacation in the Aryana Gold Coast of China. A premium sea resort 2 hours from Beijing, at Aryana Resort. You will be staying at a 2 bedroom apartment with a terrace from where you can see the full glory that is the Golden Coast.

​Find more about them here.

 "Blue Pyramid Mountains" by Gan-Ulzii 

100x75 foam print photography. This blue wonderland photography is by Gan-Ulzii taken in Khentii Province at the Ondor Khaan Oroi mountain range. 

Gan-Ulzii waiting for hours at the peak of the Ondor Khaan Mountain, to capture the perfect moment of morning mountain fog meeting the sunrise. 

"Volume 1 Series" by D. Duulal

Volume 1 Series is a 70x30 oil on canvas painting by Artist Duulal.
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This Modern, vibrant and aesthetic painting of owls. utilized unique shapes, colors, Oil paint, and composition to illustrate wise birds and nocturnal hunters. the usage of the vibrant yellow colour gives the birds a feeling of awake & alertness.

"UVS" BY ERDENE BULGAN

80x60 foam print photography. Taken in Uvs Province, with the Uureg river and White bird mountain.

"JARGANT RIVER" BY GENCO

100x75 foam print photography. Genco has captured the snowy winter in the khuvsgul province at the jargant river.​

Rinchinlumbe soum is known for their beautiful nature not only during the summer but also during the icy winter, with snow covered trees and half frozen rivers.

RAFFLE ITEMS

        Terelj Mountain Lodge

​The resort offers a unique opportunity to experience 
beauty of nature in a relaxing atmosphere at the majestic mountain slopes of Gorkhi Terelj Zalaat. The vacation 
homes are made out of solid wood with decorations of 
colorful natural stones. Each room has their own unique 
charms making your vacation extra special. With various indoor and outdoor activities your stay will surely be nothingbut exciting. 

This voucher is worth 300,000 MNT.

​Dinner for 4


​Win a dinner for 4 people at the Turkish restaurant Gobi cave.
Served will be an assorted set menu of Podnus Shashliks Turkish style for 4 people including some aromatic Turkish tea.
Painting & Necklace by Barbara Morrison
This beautiful painting and handmade 3D necklace was donated by Barbara Morrison who believes that every child deserve a good life. With the donation she hopes to help the children of Peak and make a difference one child at a time. 

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    Reserve bidding will be accepted until June 13th - 4:00 p.m. Mongolia time.

More auction items including trips, hotels stays, and unique one-of-a-kind events and opportunities being added soon! Check back often!

If you would like to sponsor a rider directly or make a donation in support of the ride, please check out our 

​Rider's Pages​​ 
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100% of all donated funds go directly to help at the Children of the Peak Project

Our Intrepid Riders:


Julie Veloo
(yes, that's Julie Veloo of the Veloo Foundation - For the 7th time!)
Anita Selva
Emma Bailey
Kate Harkness
Logue Williams
Martin Ruppert
Michele Thornton
Morganne Price
Sandra Coombe
Sue Smith