Money is merely the resource you need to reach the goal. Note that this a Company we are talking about not some greedy individuals. A foolish company would have greed dictated in their private mission statement. Elon stated clearly what that is. Of course the company wants as much money as possible, that guarantees the best chance of success and the achievement of their goal.

You can believe Elon or not, but I think he is not lying about his plans. Simple listen to his reasons for forming SpaceX and Tesla, and how much of his personal wealth did he spent to achieve it.( everything at one point )