Holstein Kiel, officially known as Kieler Sportvereinigung Holstein von 1900 e.V., is a German sports association based in Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein. Founded on 7 October 1900, the club has a history spanning more than a century and is primarily recognised for its football activities. The organisation is traditionally known as Die Störche (The Storks), and its official club colours are blue, white and red. Holstein Kiel has played an important role in German football history. One of its most significant achievements came in 1912, when the club won the German national championship. The team reached the final of the German championship again in 1910 and 1930. In modern football, Holstein Kiel has competed in Germany's professional league system, including the 2. Bundesliga and Bundesliga. Its promotion to the Bundesliga in 2024 marked its first appearance in the country's top division. The club plays its home matches at Holstein-Stadion, located on Steenbeker Weg in Kiel. The stadium is closely connected to the club's history and supporter culture. Holstein Kiel operates a structured football organisation that includes the men's professional team, women's football, youth teams and academy development programmes. Its youth development centre, known as the Nachwuchsleistungszentrum, focuses on identifying and developing young players through structured coaching, education and competitive football. The club also supports grassroots football and other sporting activities through its wider association structure. Beyond its sporting operations, Holstein Kiel works with sponsors, commercial partners, local institutions, volunteers and supporters. Its community initiatives include educational activities, social engagement and programmes designed to promote inclusion and sustainability. The organisation has approximately 12,000 members according to its official club information for the first quarter of 2026. Through its professional football operations, youth development structure and community activities, Holstein Kiel contributes to the sporting and social life of Kiel and the wider Schleswig-Holstein region.