SC Paderborn 07 is a German professional football club based in Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia. The organisation traces its origins to 1907, when it was founded as Arminia Neuhaus. Following several mergers and organisational changes, the club adopted its current name, SC Paderborn 07, in 1997. Its professional men's first team competes in the 2. Bundesliga and plays its home matches at the Home Deluxe Arena, which has a capacity of approximately 15,000 spectators. The club has experienced several promotions to the Bundesliga, including appearances in the 2014–15, 2019–20 and 2026–27 seasons. SC Paderborn 07 is traditionally associated with blue and black colours and represents the East Westphalia region. Its sporting structure includes professional football, youth development and an academy known as the Nachwuchsleistungszentrum. The academy provides structured coaching, education and competitive opportunities for young footballers, supporting their technical, tactical and personal development. The club also operates programmes designed to connect football with education, professional development and social participation. Its organisational activities include professional team management, scouting, coaching, marketing, communications, commercial partnerships, ticketing and stadium operations. SC Paderborn 07 places importance on social responsibility and community engagement, with initiatives addressing equality, fairness, tolerance, sustainability and safety. Its CSR department works on projects involving education, health, inclusion and community participation. The club's professional football operations are managed through SC Paderborn 07 GmbH & Co. KGaA, while SC Paderborn 07 e.V. maintains the registered association structure. Its headquarters are located at Home Deluxe Arena, Wilfried-Finke-Allee 1, 33104 Paderborn, Germany. Through professional football, youth development, educational activities and community initiatives, SC Paderborn 07 remains an established sporting organisation in the East Westphalia region.