The granted funds shall go support park, open space and trail projects within the Brandywine Creek Greenway. âWe're proud to be a part of a strong, diverse conservation community in Chester and Delaware counties that works collaboratively to permanently protect open space for the enjoyment of current and future generations,â said Ellen Ferretti, director of the Brandywine Conservancy. âThe strong effort to preserve open space provides incalculable benefits to the public including air quality, recreation, wildlife habitat, food security, scenic vistas and clean water.â - Advertisement - The $40,000 shall has been awarded to support conservation efforts in seven communities â East Bradford, Chadds Ford, East Fallowfield, Wallace, Pocopson townships, the Borough of Modena and the Kennett Area Park Authority in Kennett Square â through the Brandywine Creek Greenwayâs new Mini-Grant Program, created by the Brandywine Conservancy.