Not really pointless... guy is dying and worried about the financial security of his family, which I completely understand, but then outlines some financially irresponsible expenses?

How about posting on facebook "I'm dying, here's a fund we started to help support my wife and children in my absence" and leave it at that. This comes across as entitled and unrealistic.

That being said, his situation is extremely shitty and it is probably worthwhile for anyone with the means to help him out for that reason alone.